Affirmations Executive Director Announces Departure After 7 Months on Job (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 14, 2015) Seven months since coming on board, Darrious Hilmon, Executive Director of Affirmations, has announced that he will be leaving the organization on January 1, 2016. A press release from Affirmations states: “Darrious has brought a fresh perspective and ideas to…
Ferndale: Tons of Fun at 2015 Hilton Fall Festival (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 14, 2015) The squeals and laughter of delighted children – many in various disguises – filled Martin Road Park this weekend as Ferndale Parks and Recreation hosted the Annual Hilton Fall Festival. With support from Garden Fresh Salsa and other sponsors, plus…
Ferndale Ballot Question Would Clarify How Nominating Petition Signatures are Counted (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 14, 2015) Voters in Ferndale will be faced with a Charter Amendment proposal on the Nov. 3, 2015 ballot regarding the way signatures are counted on nominating petitions. The wording on the ballot says “This Charter amendment would modify the…
Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept. Searching for Missing Person (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept., Oct. 13, 2015) UPDATED Oct 14, 2015 10:55pm – The missing woman was found during a traffic stop in Detroit according to a report by WDIV. Click for more details. The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the public’s assistance in locating…
CFF Hosting Ferndale Candidate Forum Oct. 24 (EVENT page) On Saturday, October 24, 2015, Citizens for a Fair Ferndale (CFF) will hold a City Council Candidate and Mayoral Forum at the Ferndale Library at 1:00 pm. The event will also be recorded and submitted to WFRN for airing until Election Day, and will be available…
All Ages Celebrate Ferndale Homecoming (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 10, 2015) The sound of the Golden Eagles Marching Band mixed with the cheers of parents and neighbors on the sidewalks as Ferndale Schools had a fantastic homecoming parade Friday evening. Kids from all schools and grades took part in the pride-filled march from Downtown…
Holiday Card Design Contest for FernCare – Deadline Nov. 13 (FernCare Press Release, Oct. 10, 2015) Feeling artistic? Yearning for the Holidays? How about a $25 gift certificate to one of Ferndale’s restaurants? FernCare is having a contest to design our 2015 Holiday card. The rules are short and sweet – only 4 of…
Orange Barrels Part of Traffic Study at Woodward & 696 (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 8, 2015) As drivers speed towards the curve just before 696 on northbound Woodward, they may be surprised by the extra wide swoop they must make coming around the bend. With orange construction barrels marking off a lane, drivers must slow…
Ferndale Community Concert Band Performs Nov. 1 (EVENT page) Made in Michigan Concert November 1, 2015 3:00 p.m. Ferndale High School Auditorium 881 Pinecrest Ferndale, MI 48220 FREE with suggested donation of $3 per individual or $5 per family Check out pictures and story from the last Ferndale Community Concert Band performance at https://oaklandcounty115.com/2015/06/24/ferndale-community-concert-band-has-grand-debut/. View…
D’Coolette & The Analog Lights Play Ferndale Library Nov. 7 (EVENT page) Ferndale Library Concert Series Still Going Strong D’Coolette and The Analog Lights Play Start Here Saturday November 7 Start HERE Saturday Featuring: D’Coolette and The Analog Lights Ferndale Area District Library 222 E. Nine Mile Road Saturday, November 7@ 7 PM / Free…
What Are Those Green Things on the Roads? (City of Ferndale Press Release, Oct. 7, 2015) You may have noticed some new additions to Hilton and E. Nine Mile Roads: narrow, right-side lanes with bright green patches. These are called buffered bike lanes, and the green markers indicate potential conflict areas between vehicles and bicycles.…
Ferndale Youth Assistance Bowl-A-Thon Oct. 18 (EVENT page) Sunday, October 18 at 1:00pm – 4:00pm Luxury Lanes 600 E Nine, Ferndale, Michigan 48220 Join us at this year’s Bowl-A-Thon and help support all of the wonderful programs Ferndale Youth Assistance provides for children and families in the Ferndale School District! At a new reduced cost…
Man with Fox 2 Tattoo Says Dumping Not an FHC Issue (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 3, 2015) Graham Emerson is no stranger to being on the news. In fact, he loves FOX 2 so much that he has their logo tattooed on his arm. “I’ve been on a few times. My friends really get a…
Ferndale Housing Commission Records Found Dumped in Detroit (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 3, 2015) UPDATE: Upon speaking with the resident and viewing the documents it is clear that the dumping was of someone’s personal records. The records were were communications from Ferndale Housing Commission to a a tenant of the program. The records also included…
Ferndale Schools Auctioning Items Online Oct. 6 (EVENT page) Ferndale Schools has contracted with Biddergy.com to sell surplus assets on Tuesday October 6th! The auction will consist of school furniture, computers, electronics, sporting goods, maintenance items, supplies, and much more! This is a great opportunity to bid on gently used items especially the early childcare…
Sewing Group at Ferndale Library Oct. 17 (EVENT page) Sewing Group October 17 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm |Recurring Event (See all) 3rd Saturday of each month – Sew with others – Get help – Share ideas Have fun! + Google Calendar+ iCal Export Details Date: October 17 Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm…
October Business Classes from Oakland County The Oakland County’s One Stop Shop Business Center is getting ready for another business month with their October workshops. Start-up entrepreneurs and business professionals can succeed with help from other professionals and experts. Register today for one, or all, of the workshops and get your business on the right track.…
Ferndale: Art Classes at Arcade Underground in October (Event Listings Page – submitted by Arcade Underground) OCTOBER 2015 classes at ARCADE underground – 195 W. 9 Mile, Ste. B-1, downtown Ferndale Bio. Alan Watson, BFA. U of Wichita, Artist in residence at Pioneer Studios, Detroit, Gallery Assistant, ARCADE underground, Ferndale. Taught several years at Paint…
Oct. 15 is Global Hand Washing Day (Centers for Disease Control Press Release) Global Handwashing Day is a way to support a global and local culture of hand washing with soap, shine a spotlight on the state of hand washing in each country, and raise awareness about the benefits of hand washing with soap.1 Since…
Local Org Love: Cub Scout Pack 1307 (Guest View by Kelly Eldred and Kristy Schlak, Oct. 1, 2015) In Hazel Park, there is a group of boys who meet once a week to participate in activities that build character, teach life skills, discuss environmental awareness, practice teamwork and instill outdoor skills. These are Cub Scouts.…