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Monthly Archives: August 2021

OC Restaurant Quest:  Irish Tavern in Madison Heights and Waterford

All Stories, Madison Hts., Reporter Food, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 31, 2021

Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County.

After Being Struck by SUV, Ferndale Girls Urge Others to Drive Safely

All Stories, Ferndale, Oak ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 30, 2021

…they had no idea that just minutes later they would be going to the hospital instead of school.

Broadway in the Burbs Packs Ferndale’s New Event Plaza

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 30, 2021

The area is designed to be easily closed off for events, like Broadway in the Burbs, which featured a live performance by Michigan Stage, a live painting demonstration, and booths for sharing city information.

Boy Scout Projects in Pontiac and Lake Orion Teach About Giving Back

All Stories, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, PontiacBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 29, 2021

Oakland County scouts are wrapping up the National Summer of Service, having helped dozens of local charities over the past few months.

Detroit Institute of Arts Selling Art-Themed Face Masks

All Stories, Berkley, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel ParkBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 29, 2021

Designs range from the abstract to the painterly and come in a variety of color palettes to compliment your wardrobe.

Melissa Beyrand Crowned Miss Oakland County

All Stories, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 29, 2021

 A bioengineering major, the new Miss Oakland County’s social impact initiative is “Women in Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics (STEAM)”. 

Reporter Food: A Taste of Europe Crepes

All Stories, Reporter Food, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 29, 2021

Some of the more inspired savory crepes include the beefy cheese, the spicy pulled pork, the gyro, the cordon blue, and the crepizza

Ozone Action Day Declared, How You Can Help

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 28, 2021

“With this ongoing heat wave compounded by air quality issues, we encourage everyone to take care this weekend.”

Dozens of Animals Rescued from Dangerous Conditions in Independence Township

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Clarkston/Independence Twp., PontiacBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 26, 2021

This case remains under investigation. When complete, animal control officers will present the results to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Officer for review and consideration of criminal charges.

2021 Candidate Interview: Jay Reid for Southfield City Council

All Stories, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 26, 2021

For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!

2021 Candidate Interview:  John Carter for Northville City Council

All Stories, Northville, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 26, 2021

For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!

Reporter Food: Mookey’s Beans & Greens in Oak Park

All Stories, Oak Park, Reporter Food, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 25, 2021

Mookey’s Beans and Greens is located at 26076 Greenfield Rd, Oak Park, MI 48237

Oakland County Health Order Requires Masks in Schools and Daycares

All Stories, Berkley, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 24, 2021

“This order allows teachers to get back to educating our students and focusing on their success.”

Creating Together Builds Community at Berkley Street Art Fest

All Stories, Berkley, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 24, 2021

Each of them claimed a section of Coolidge to use as their canvas, making a family day of the event.

Thoughtful Threads: Women-Made Products Featured in New Holly Store

All Stories, Holly, Rose TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 23, 2021

“When someone walks in the door, I want every person, of every size and socioeconomic demographic, to feel welcome and that the store has something for them,” Watt said.

Boaters Asked to Be Aware of European Frog-bit

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Fenton, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 23, 2021

Inspect boats, trailers, docks and gear and remove all mud, debris and plant material. Use a hose or power washer when available. Dispose of unwanted material in a trash can.

2021 Candidate Interview: Jacob Nelson for Farmington City Council

All Stories, Farmington/Farmington HillsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 22, 2021

For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!

2021 Candidate Interview:  Alex Lenko for Pleasant Ridge City Commission

All Stories, Pleasant RidgeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 22, 2021

For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!

Reporter Food: Paint Creek Cider Mill in Oakland Twp.

All Stories, Explore!, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, Oxford, Reporter Food, Rochester/Rochester HillsBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 22, 2021

Paint Creek Cider Mill stays open year round, serving up meals both onsite and to go, as well as offering an array of Michigan-made snacks and products.

Ferndale Mayor and Council Unopposed in Nov. 2 Election

All Stories, FerndaleBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 21, 2021

“These are the things that protect and support our residents, business owners, and visitors in our community and make us pioneers within the region.”

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