Superhero Mom by Kelly Frick My mom,to me and our family, is not only our superhero, she is an incredible human being. My mom took care of my Dad for years as he fought though, first, kidney cancer (which he beat) and then through a year battle with lung cancer. (He lost that battle). 3…
Oakland County Celebrates Main Street Success Stories (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 12, 2018) Pontiac, MI – The superheroes of downtowns throughout Oakland County gathered at the Strand Theater in Pontiac Thursday evening for the annual “Main Event,” recognizing accomplishments of communities in the Main Street Oakland County program. The program provides planning, resources and sharing…
Oakland County Celebrates Main Street Success Stories (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 12, 2018) Pontiac, MI – The superheroes of downtowns throughout Oakland County gathered at the Strand Theater in Pontiac Thursday evening for the annual “Main Event,” recognizing accomplishments of communities in the Main Street Oakland County program. The program provides planning, resources and sharing…
Four Reason to Become a Foster Parent (MDHHS, May 12, 2018) LANSING, MI – During National Foster Care Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) wants to stress the important role that foster parents can play in a child or teen’s life. “When children are unable to stay with their families…
Burglar Smashes Windows of Two Highland Businesses, Fails to Get ATMs (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, May 12, 2018) Highland Township, MI – Two Highland Township businesses had windows smashed and theft attempts made on ATMs. According to Oakland County Sheriff’s Department the break-ins happened around 4 am Saturday morning. They releasesed the following reports: INCIDENT:…
Burglar Smashes Windows of Two Highland Businesses, Fails to Get ATMs (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, May 12, 2018) Highland Township, MI – Two Highland Township businesses had windows smashed and theft attempts made on ATMs. According to Oakland County Sheriff’s Department the break-ins happened around 4 am Saturday morning. They releasesed the following reports: INCIDENT:…
Ferndale to Vote Monday on Medical Marijuana Facilities (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 10, 2018) Ferndale, MI- Ferndale City Council is expected to vote Monday evening on whether to allow medical marijuana businesses in the city. Two options are being presented for consideration for the application approval process. According to a Memo by City Planner Justin…
15 Pics from the Detroit Zoo (part 3) (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 10, 2018) Royal Oak, Huntington Woods, MI- Happy Thursday Oakland County Times readers. Here is the third installment of pictures from the Detroit Zoo. Thank you to the zebra , the ostrich, the cuddly snakes, the peacock and all the other animals who…
Crafters from Near and Far Share Wares at Holly Craft Show (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 9, 2018) Holly, MI – When Carol Zombow’s mother broke her hip, her daughter was at her side, helping her recover. She wanted to do something to cheer her up, so she learned how to make flowers out of fabric…
Crafters from Near and Far Share Wares at Holly Craft Show (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 9, 2018) Holly, MI – When Carol Zombow’s mother broke her hip, her daughter was at her side, helping her recover. She wanted to do something to cheer her up, so she learned how to make flowers out of fabric…
Workbench Fire Fills Troy Home With Smoke (Troy Fire Dept, May 9, 2018) Troy, MI – The Troy Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in the basement at 6403 Tanglewood Wednesday morning. Caller reported seeing smoke and flames up to the ceiling. Prior to their arrival, Firefighters were told the occupant believed…
Workbench Fire Fills Troy Home With Smoke (Troy Fire Dept, May 9, 2018) Troy, MI – The Troy Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in the basement at 6403 Tanglewood Wednesday morning. Caller reported seeing smoke and flames up to the ceiling. Prior to their arrival, Firefighters were told the occupant believed…
Pontiac Celebrates the Arts (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 7, 2018) Pontiac, MI – Downtown Pontiac was bustling Friday evening as the Arts and Cultural Commission hosted the inaugural Arts and Culture Crawl. Businesses along Saginaw Street hosted performances and art exhibits from creators of all ages. Among them was rapper Sean Preston who got the…
Pontiac Celebrates the Arts (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 7, 2018) Pontiac, MI – Downtown Pontiac was bustling Friday evening as the Arts and Cultural Commission hosted the inaugural Arts and Culture Crawl. Businesses along Saginaw Street hosted performances and art exhibits from creators of all ages. Among them was rapper Sean Preston who got the…
These Kids are Stars- Bloomfield Youth Assistance Helps them Shine (Sam Gurwin, May 6, 2018) Bloomfield Hills, MI – Not your glamorous celebrities strutting up to the podium for an acting award. This night is about student heroes making positive changes in the local community of Bloomfield Hills. Changes that began with wanted effort to…
Love Art Deco? Author Sheds Light on Man Behind Detroit’s Architectural Marvels (Dennis Burck, May 7, 2018) Birmingham, MI – One someone mentions Detroit architecture, one name comes to mind: Albert Kahn. However, though Kahn was at the helm of the firm responsible for some of Detroit’s architectural gems, much of the creative work can…
White Castle Donation Helps towards Ferndale Literacy Project (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 6, 2018) Ferndale, MI – “When I was a kid, a group of us boys would take the bus up from Highland Park just to get sliders for twelve cents. We’d come get sliders and take the bus back home. This White Castle…
White Castle Donation Helps towards Ferndale Literacy Project (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 6, 2018) Ferndale, MI – “When I was a kid, a group of us boys would take the bus up from Highland Park just to get sliders for twelve cents. We’d come get sliders and take the bus back home. This White Castle…
Unique Pinecrest Circle Home on the Market in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 6, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Along Pinecrest just south of 9 Mile is a strange little block where six special houses sit on a crescent with what could almost be considered a garden separating their more secluded “Pinecrest Circle” from the regular…
Man Killed by Fallen Tree During High Winds in Independence Twp. (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, May 5, 2018) INCIDENT: 11:57 hrs.May 4, 2018 – Independence Township – Death Investigation / Crushed by Tree – #18- 82733 SUMMARY: Deputies and Independence Township Fire Department responded to the 4700 block of Rattek for a subject trapped…