Officials Warn of Potential Measles Exposure, New Cases in Michigan (Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services, July 26, 2018) Detroit, MI- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has confirmed two additional cases of measles in Michigan for 2018; both related to international travel. These individuals were residents of Oakland and Washtenaw…
Fire Chief McGee Makes Holly Full-Time Focus, Announces New Station and More (Drew Saunders, July 25, 2018) Holly, MI – Holly Fire Chief Steve McGee is excited to expand the scope, efficiency and quality of the services provided to the village that he now serves full-time. McGee’s years of experience have already been an asset…
Reporter Food: Fish Sandwich and Lollipop Kale at Toasted Oak in Novi (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 24, 2018) Novi, MI- Based on a suggestion from a reader, I decided to check out Toasted Oak Grill and Market at 27790 Novi Rd, which is near 12 Oaks Mall, and is located inside Baronette Renaissance Detroit-Novi Hotel.…
Gerty the Therapy Dog Helps Kids Read Confidently at Berkley Library (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 23, 2018) Berkley, MI- Gerty got as much love as she gave Saturday when she and her human volunteered at the Berkley Library for “Read to a Dog” day. On such days, kids of all ages take turns reading to…
Ferndale Housing Commission Aiming for Grand Upgrades (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 23, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Federal funding has become available for housing authorities to upgrade and replace aging properties, and Ferndale Housing Commission has been invited to apply. “We get to dream a little dream,” said Ferndale Housing Director Heater VanPoucker. “This is an…
2018 Candidate Interview: Gretchen Whitmer for Governor (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 22, 2018) Lansing, MI –Gretchen Whitmer is running in the Democratic Primary for Governor of Michigan. Also on the Aug. 7, 2018 Democratic Primary ballot are Abd.ul El-Sayed, and Shri Thanedar. In the Republican Party Primary are Brian Calley, Patrick Colebeck, Jim Hines and Bill…
2018 Candidate Interview: Marisa Prince for Brandon Twp. Trustee (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Brandon Township, Ortonville, MI – Marisa Prince is running unopposed in the Aug.7, 2018 Democratic Primary for Brandon Township Trustee. In the Republican Primary are Scott Broughton, Dale M. Creamer, Jayson W. Rumball and Steven D. Unruh. The winner of the…
2018 Candidate Interview: Dennis Cotton for Southfield School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Southfield, Lathrup Village, MI – Dennis L. Cotton is running for Southfield Public School Board Member for a six year term. There are two seats available. Thus far Michael Benson, Dennis L. Cotton and Darrell B. Joyce are running. The election…
2018 Candidate Interview: Robert Wittenberg for State Rep. District 29 (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Berkley, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park and Royal Oak Township, MI – State Representative Robert Wittenberg is running for re-election to the 27th District. On the Aug. 7, 2018 Democratic Primary ballot he is opposed by Michelangelo Fortuna…
Reporter Food: Fajitas at Mojave Cantina in Clawson (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Clawson, MI – Mojave Cantina in Clawson was a great choice for a pre-meeting feast. I ordered their steak fajitas which came sizzling hot on a cast iron pan that included peppers and onions. The other toppings were also fresh and…
2018 Candidate Interview: Ellen Lipton for Congress, 9th District (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 19, 2018) Berkley, Clawson, Centerline, Eastpointe, Ferndale, Fraser, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Heights, Royal Oak, Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Sterling Heights, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Franklin, Bloomfield Township, Clinton Township, Royal Oak Township and Southfield Township, MI –Ellen Lipton is running…
2018 Candidate Interview: Marty Knollenberg for State Senate District 13 (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 19, 2018) Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Berkley, Clawson, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Rochester, Troy, MI – State Senator Marty Knollenberg is running for re-election to the 13th District. He is unopposed in the Republican Primary. In the Democratic Primary, Mallory McMorrow is unopposed.…
Developers Continue to Refine Plans for 34 Acre Site at 8 Mile and Pinecrest (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 18, 2018) Ferndale, MI- The Ferndale Planning Commission heard updated preliminary plans for 34-acre former Hayes Lemmerz location at 8 Mile Road and Pinecrest which would bring a community full of homes, apartments, and other amenities to…
18 Month Old Hospitalized After Being Struck by Neighbors Car (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, July 18, 2018) Pontiac, MI – On 07/18/18 at 8:46 AM OCSO Deputies responded to the 100 block of Warwick on a Personal Injury Accident. The caller reported that an 18 month old child was run over and was not breathing. …
Miss Oakland County Vivian Zhong will Compete for Miss Michigan Title (Miss Oakland County, July 17, 2018) Rochester, Northville, MI — Vivian Zhong, 21, of Northville was crowned Miss Oakland County 2018 at the annual pageant held July 14, 2018 at Oakland University’s Dodge Auditorium. The new Miss Oakland County won a $1,150 education scholarship…
2018 Candidate Interview: Vincent Gregory for State Rep Dist. 35 (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Southfield, Lathrup Village, Bingham Farms, Beverly Hills, and Franklin, MI – Vincent Gregory is running in the Democratic Primary for State Rep in the 35th District. Also in the Democratic Primary are Kyra Harris Bolden, Lisa Cece, Alex Meyers,…
2018 Candidate Interview: Ethan Baker for State Rep. District 41 (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Troy, Clawson, MI –Ethan Baker is running in the Republican Primary for State Representative of the 41st District. Also on the Aug. 7, 2018 Republican Primary ballot are Ronald Dwyer and Doug Tietz. Padma Kuppa is unopposed in the Democratic…
2018 Candidate Interview: Danielle McCluskey for County Commission Dist. 2 (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 15, 2018, updated Oct. 20, 2018) Highland, Holly, Groveland, Springfield, and Rose Townships, MI – Danielle McCluskey is the Democratic Candidate for County Commissioner of District 2. Incumbent Bob Hoffman is running as the Republican candidate. Election Day is Nov. 6, 2018.…
Reporter Food: Pineapple Upside Down French Toast at Breakfast Club (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – In the mood for something sweet and unique? The Breakfast Club in Madison Heights and Clawson offer a variety of fancy breakfasts, including soft thick fresh baked french toast. My recent choice was the pineapple…
Reporter Food: Pineapple Upside Down French Toast at Breakfast Club (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – In the mood for something sweet and unique? The Breakfast Club in Madison Heights and Clawson offer a variety of fancy breakfasts, including soft thick fresh baked french toast. My recent choice was the pineapple…