2016 Candidate Interview: Lisa Brown Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 26, 2016) West Bloomfield, MI – Former State Representative and current Oakland County Clerk Lisa Brown is seeking re-election. Brown faces challenger Michael D. Smith in the Aug. 2, 2016 primary. The winner of that race will face…
2016 Candidate Interview: Bill Bullard for Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 26, 2016) Highland Twp, MI – Longtime Republican politician Bill Bullard is running for Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds, a position that he had been appointed to for 2010-2012 before losing the position to Democrat…
MDOT Shares View of Plaza Reconstruction Over 696 in Oak Park (C. Proxmire, May 26, 2016) Oak Park, MI – As the rebuilding of a plaza and community park goes on above, cars zoom along underneath on I-696 without most drivers realizing that a large project is happening over them. MDOT is redoing the plaza…
HP Police Body Cam Petition Could End up in Court Battle (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 25, 2016) Hazel Park, MI – Oak Park resident Andrew Cissell said he is ready to take The City of Hazel Park to court if they refuse to put an initiative on the ballot to require police officers to wear…
Detroit Police Dance in New Recruitment Video (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 24, 2016) Detroit, MI – Dancing is not a requirement of police work, but it came in handy for the men and women of the Detroit Police Department as they have put together a video of officers getting their groove on to Inoj’s…
Ferndale Recreation Seeking Class Instructors (City of Ferndale, May 24, 2016) FERNDALE, MI – The Ferndale Recreation Department is currently seeking instructors to bring their expertise to the Ferndale community by teaching a class. Instructor are needed for Fitness, Arts & Crafts, Music Education, Health, Technology, Enrichment, and Community. Ferndale Recreation is dedicated to improving…
Troy Chamber of Commerce Unveils New Logo and Website (Jessica Hruska, Troy Chamber of Commerce, May 24, 2016) Troy, MI -The Troy Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled a new brand identity, signified by the introduction of a new logo and website that represent its growth and transformation. The logo and website were created by Basso…
Two Cats Saved & Damage Minimized in Multi-Unit House Fire in Troy (oc115, May 23, 2016) Troy, MI -. Two cats are safe and three apartments were spared damage in a multi-unit house on Brentwood thanks to the efficient work of The Troy Fire Department. According to Assistant Fire Chief Chuck Riesterer the fire was…
The Latest Pontiac Community Calendar (EVENT page) Pontiac, MI – The latest Pontiac Community Calendar can be downloaded at https://oaklandcounty115.com/pontiac-community-calendar-2016-05-23/ The calendar is produced by and shard with permission from Mike McGuinness, Pontiac Arts Commission Chair. Compiled and circulated each week to hundreds of community members; feel free to forward to anyone that is…
Foundations Detroit Opens Office in Royal Oak (Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, May 23, 2016) Royal Oak, MI – The Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce welcomed Foundations Detroit to the Royal Oak community in a special Grand Opening celebration which took place on Thursday, May 19 at 117 W. Third Street, Royal Oak. In addition…
Royal Oak Police Annual Report Shows More than Just the Numbers (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 22, 2016) Royal Oak, MI – From rescuing ducklings from a storm drain to helping a man recreate a traffic stop as a wedding proposal – to solving murders and other crimes, the Royal Oak Police have had a busy…
Pontiac Community Honors Volunteers (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 22, 2016) Pontiac, MI – Over 30 individuals and groups were nominated for volunteerism awards since Main Street Pontiac opened up nominations to the general public. “We got to meet so many new people,” said Executive Director Glen Konopaskie at an awards ceremony on May 18. “Hopefully…
Claws and Paws Brings Doggie Fans Together (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 22, 2016) Clawson, MI – Jennifer Seidl of Farmington found Bat Girl tied to the fence of a shelter in Redford with a little black cat at her side, also tied. The ebony colored bulldog with large ears that look like bat wings had…
Clean the Ferndale Up Gives Kulick Center Some Care (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 21, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Over 100 people came to Clean the Ferndale Up on Saturday morning at the Ferndale Kulick Center, including a self-reported “super hero in disguise.” As the volunteers donned comfy yard-work-style clothes and t shirts custom made for…
Ingredients for Life Speech by Garden Fresh Founder Jack Aronson (Jack Aronson, Guest View/Commencement Speech at Oakland Community College May 21, 2016) Auburn Hills, MI – Tomatoes, artichoke hearts, garlic, onions, bell peppers, jalapeños, cilantro, vinegar, lime juice and salt. Sounds good – I know – but you’ve got to wonder why I begin this…
Ferndale Bike Rodeo Gets Kids Ready to Ride (Sam Gurwin, Gadfly, March 21, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The annual bike rodeo was held in Ferndale on May 19. Kids and adults were welcomed to have their bicycles inspected and to take a test ride on their chalk-drawn training course. The Ferndale Rotary donated bike helmets…
County Democrats Propose Fund to Help Schools Test for Lead in Water System (Oakland County Democrats, May 19, 2016) Oakland County, MI – Yesterday, Oakland County Commissioner Dave Woodward (D-Royal Oak) announced a plan to introduce a proposal to fund lead and copper testing of county schools and childcare centers (including day cares, preschools,…
Waterford Man Charged with B&E at Airway Lanes (Waterford Police, May 19, 2016) Waterford, MI -On 5/18/16 Jason Adam Bachman, 27 years old from Waterford was arraigned in front of the honorable Judge Kuhn for the December 24, 2015 Breaking and Entering of the Airway Lanes Bowling Alley. Bachman is charged with one count of…
Huntington Woods Neighbors Honor Rachel Jacobs with Gazebo Dedication (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 17, 2016) Huntington Woods, MI – A little boy playing in a brand new gazebo in a park in Huntington Woods can peek between the slats, run carefree up the ADA-compliant ramp, and marvel at the fact that octagons have eight…
2016 Birmingham Hometown Parade Pictures (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 17, 2016) Birmingham, MI – The Birmingham Hometown Parade took place Sunday with many smiles and waves in spite of the unseasonably cold temperatures. Check out pictures from the parade below. Want more news and events about Birmingham? Go to our Birmingham Page! You can also…