Berkley Candidate Interviews 2017 Berkley, MI –Oakland County Times has invited all local candidates seeking office on the Nov. 7, 2017 ballot to do a video interview. Below are the ones who accepted. Click on the picture to view. In Berkley Daniel Terbrack is running unopposed for Mayor. There are three City Council Seats available,…
Ferndale Makes History with Installment of Rainbow Flag in Council Chambers (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 23, 2017) Ferndale, MI – When Ferndale City Councilperson Greg Pawlica moved to Ferndale in 2002, the decision was very intentional. “At that time Ferndale was already a warm, welcoming community and it was known as a place that was…
Melania Trump & Betsy DeVos Encourage Lunchtime Inclusion at Orchard Lake Middle School (Cheryl Weiss, Oct. 23, 2017) West Bloomfield, MI – “Being at lunch was the coolest experience ever!” said Bryce Hairston, an eighth grade student at Orchard Lake Middle School in West Bloomfield, where First Lady Melania Trump and U.S. Education Secretary Betsy…
Karen Twomey Resigns from Ferndale School Board (Ferndale Schools, Oct. 23, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Schools Board of Education Secretary Ms. Karen Twomey has announced she will resign from her position on the Board effective November 21st, 2017. In her letter of resignation Ms. Twomey stated: “I joined the Board in 2008 in order to…
The Key to Success in Rain Garden and Native Landscape Design for Cities (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 23, 2017) Southfield, MI – Many communities are embracing the idea of using natural, native landscaping as a way to both beautiful their public spaces and to help reduce storm water related issues such as flooding. But what…
After Clear Shelter Event, Here are Pets that Still Need Homes (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 22, 2o17) Pontiac, MI – With a brand new shelter and animal adoption facility, the cats and dogs that wind up in the care of Oakland County have more space, more privacy and brighter conditions than their previous location in…
$25,000 Super PAC Spending in Royal Oak Race Includes Disgruntled Developer (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 20, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – Voters in Royal Oak may have noticed an increase in campaign literature and robo calls this election season thanks to a Super PAC funded in part by a developer who is currently suing the…
Holly Arts & Crafts Show Nov. 4 The Holly Holiday Art & Craft Show celebrates its 40th anniversary this year and once again heralds the beginning of the holiday shopping season in northwest Oakland County. The event is Saturday, November 4, 2017, 9-4 p.m., at Holly High School, 6161 East Holly Road, in Holly. Admission…
Holly Man’s Award Winning Pumpkin Tops Over 2,000 lbs (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 19, 2017) Holly, MI – The look of wonder in people’s eyes as they pass by his giant pumpkin is enough to fuel the passion in Mark Clementz’s heart for growing the biggest and the best. The Holly man has spent years…
Former Oak Park Mayor Running as Write-In (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 19, 2017) Oak Park, MI – Former Oak Park Mayor Jerry Naftaly has been added as an official write-in candidate for the Nov. 7, 2017 Mayor’s race in Oak Park. He is challenging Mayor Marian McClellan who successfully ran against him in 2011 and…
Farmington Hills Police Searching for Hotel Robbery Suspects (City of Farmington Hills, Oct. 19, 2017) Farmington Hills, MI- The Farmington Hills Police Department is currently investigating reports of armed robberies at two Holiday Inn Express locations in Farmington Hills. On October 17, 2017 at 11:59 p.m., a black male subject approximately 6’0”, thin build, wearing…
Following 12 Drug Trafficking Indictments, Sheriff Puts Heroin Problem in Context (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 18, 2017) Pontiac, MI – A dozen Oakland County residents have been charged with selling heroin mixed with fentanyl, seven of whom were charged with distribution resulting in death, revealed Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard in a press conference Wednesday…
2017 Candidate Interview: Southfield Mayor Kenson Siver (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 18, 2017) Southfield, MI – Southfield Mayor Kenson “Ken” Siver is running unopposed for re-election on the Nov. 7, 2017 ballot. However he is still campaigning to stay connected to the voters and because there are contested seats on City Council and for City…
2017 Candidate Interview: Oak Park Councilperson Carolyn Burns (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 18, 2017) Oak Park, MI – Oak Park Mayor Pro Tem Carolyn Burns is seeking re-election to Oak Park City Council in the Nov. 7, 2017 election. There are two seats available. Also running are Andrew Cissell and Regina Weiss. Mayor Pro Tem…
2017 Candidate Interview: Alissa Sullivan for Hazel Park City Council (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 14, 2017) Hazel Park, MI – Alissa Sullivan is one of six people running for four spots on Hazel Park City Coucil. The two highest vote-getters will have four-year terms, the third and fourth highest will get two-year terms. Also on…
Blumz Now Open in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 16, 2017) Holly, MI – Blumz by JR Designs is now open for business in Downtown Holly! This is the third location for floral and wedding/event planning experts Jerome Raska and Robbin Yelverton, who also own stores in Ferndale and Detroit. Located at 114 S. Saginaw…
2017 Candidate Interview: Southfield City Coucilperson Lloyd C. Crews (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 16, 2017) Southfield, MI – Southfield Council President Pro-Tem Lloyd C. Crews is seeking re-election on the Nov. 7, 2017 ballot. There are three four year terms and one two year terms available. Also on the ballot are Myron Frasier, Sara…
2017 Candidate Interview: Patrick Giesa for Northville City Council (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 16, 2017) Northville, MI – Patrick Giesa is running unopposed in the Nov. 7, 2017 election to Northville City Council. Incumbent Councilperson Sam Ekong and Mayor Ken Roth are also unopposed. An election will still be held. Giesa has 42 years experience…
Historic Pine Grove Home Family Friendly Haunted Mansion Oct. 21 Pontiac, MI – The Haunted Mansion at Pine Grove Join us this Saturday, October 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. This is a family friendly tour of 19th Century funeral customs. Children’s crafts and light refreshments will be served in the Schoolhouse after your tour.…
Artober Transforms Hazel Park into Shining Spot for Art and Culture (Cheryl Weiss, Oct. 15, 2017) Hazel Park, MI – The Hazel Park Arts Council has transformed the month of October into “Artober”. Twenty artists have their work on display at twenty-two locations around the city “for residents and visitors to experience art in a…