Good Neighbors Honored in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 14, 2018) Ferndale, MI – “While the climate created by national politics divides people, Ferndale comes together,” said Ferndale School Board President Jackie Hart at Tuesday night’s Citizens for Fair Ferndale Good Neighbor Awards. “Our lives are like a knot,” she said. “the harder you…
Cities Pitch Dream Development Spots in Oakland County Property Showcase (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 14, 2018) Waterford, MI- Cities in the Oakland County One Stop Ready program have streamlined development processes and learned more about how to market the spaces they have with businesses they’d like to see. The culmination of this effort is the…
The Future of Ferndale’s Kulick Center Up for Discussion (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 13, 2018) Ferndale, MI – What is the future of Ferndale’s Gerry Kulick Community Center? That’s what will be discussed by a panel of ten residents who are expected to be approved for the Kulick Center Task Force. The center, located at…
Young Ladies Learn about Business and Life from Day Trip to Cambridge Offices (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 12, 2018) Royal Oak, Ferndale, Southfield, Washington Twp, MI- When you ask some kids what they want to do when they get older, some will pipe right away up with an answer. For example, Janese James wants…
Monetizing Sacred Spaces for Purposes of Preservation (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 11, 2018) Pontiac, MI- In a world where religious engagement is down and many churches face the challenges of aging buildings plus the lure of redevelopment dollars, there is one national organization holding on to hope that sacred spaces can remain active with…
Reporter Food: Anthony Quinn Omelette at LA Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 11, 2018) Waterford, MI – At Dixie Highway and Andersonville Road is a strange and delightful place full of fun décor, unusual items, and delicious food, called LA Café. It’s one of those places I’d drive past all the time and think “someday…
Ten Years of Go Comedy: Pj Jacokes Shares Memories, Laughs and Mentorship (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 24, 2018) Ferndale, MI- Earlier this year a city-wide scavenger hunt sent Go Comedy! patrons looking for such items as a full bag of garbage, a medium pizza and even the Mayor of Ferndale. Last summer Go Comedy! fans…
Over 200 Rally in Ferndale with “No One is Above the Law” Message Over 200 people gathered at Ferndale City Hall Thursday night to protest the Trump administration and the recent decision to remove Attorney General Jeff Sessions and appoint a replacement that has not been vetted by Congress. The move is seen by…
Local Author Debuts Kid’s Book “Even” at Launch Party in Ferndale Nov. 17 Ferndale, MI- Songwriter, writer and local businessman Andy Gutman has released a children’s book titled ‘Even.’ The 34-page story, written in a lyrical style amidst vibrant illustrations, offers a sweet lesson in the eternal love and strong bond between a father and…
Voter Turnout by City/Twp in Oakland County 2018 Election (Kurt Metzger, Crystal Proxmire, Nov. 7, 2018) Oakland County, MI- Oakland County voters came out yesterday in record numbers for a Midterm Election. The overall turnout percentage of 64.2 percent of all registered voters, compares to 48.0 percent in 2014 and 51.4 percent in 2010. Turnout…
County Commission Goes Blue for First Time in Decades (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 7, 2018) Pontiac, MI – For the first time in decades the Oakland County Commission has more Democrats serving than Republicans. The newly elected Commissioners will take their seats on Jan. 1, and a new Chair will be appointed. There will be…
Mix Up at ME’s Office Leads to Bone Being Buried with Wrong Body (Oakland County Executive Office, Nov. 7, 2018) Hazel Park, Farmington Hills, MI -The Oakland County Medical Examiner’s (M.E.) Office has uncovered a serious error where a decedent’s bone was buried with the remains of another decedent, Chief Forensic Pathologist Dr. Ljubisa J.…
Reporter Food: Vegetable Manchurian and Onion Dosa at Neehee’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 17, 2018) Troy, Canton, MI – I’m so glad for the recommendations for Neehee’s in Troy. This vegetarian Indian Street food restaurant has so many delicious choices, in a cheerfully bright setting, that it’s already a new favorite. I had a lunchtime…
2018 Election Results and Sticker Selfies (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 6, 2018) Election results are coming in! This page will be updated as information becomes available. Scroll down to see our collage of “I voted” sticker selfies. And visit Oakland County Clerk election results page for the most up to date info. The winners of…
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 4, 2018) Grand Rapids, MI- Water can mean different things to different people depending on the context. To some, the value of lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands is measured in terms of the environmental impact. To others the threat of flooded basements and…
Departing Holly Council Members Share Advice for Those Elected Tuesday (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 5, 2018) Holly, MI- Holly will have two new council members and possibly a new Village Council President after Tuesday’s election. Those positions of public service come with a lot of work, public challenges, and the responsibility of making decisions…
“Strength in Life” and Other Art Installed in Downtown Royal Oak (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 4, 2018) Royal Oak, MI- On the side of the Center Street parking deck in Downtown Royal Oak is a painting ripe with yellow and orange-red excitement, birds in flight and sunshine in the corner. The creation is called…
Video Interviews in State Senate Dist. 13 Race (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 3, 2018) Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Berkley, Clawson, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Rochester, Troy, MI – In the race for State Senate in the 13th District the candidates are Republican incumbent Marty Knollenberg, and Democrat Mallory McMorrow. Election Day is Nov. 6, 2018. Watch…
Video Interviews in State Senate Dist. 14 Race (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 3, 2018) Brandon Township, Groveland Township, Highland Township, Holly Township, Lake Angelus, Rose Township, Springfield Township, Waterford Township, Grand Blanc, and Fenton, MI – In the race for State Senate in the 14th District Republican Ruth Johnson is on the ballot as well…
Video Interviews in State Senate Dist. 15 Race (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 3, 2018) Commerce Township, Lyon Township, Milford Township, Northville, Novi, Novi Township, Orchard Lake, South Lyon, Walled Lake, West Bloomfield, White Lake and Wixom, MI – In the race for State Senate in the 15th District, Jim Runestad is running as the Republican…