Honey: A Sweet Space for Moms with Classes and Support (Cheryl Weiss, June 18, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Motherhood changes a woman. From changes in your body, to changes in your brain, to changes in your priorities, and changes in your schedule, nothing is the same after you have a baby. That can be isolating,…
Guest View: Visit to Middleton Berry Farm in Ortonville (Marissa Prince, June 17, 2017) Ortonville, MI – Middleton Berry Farm is a small, family-owned “you pick” farm in North Oakland County. It is located off Oakwood Road between 24 and M-15 (4790 Oakwood Road in Ortonville). We frequent this berry farm and feel that it’s…
Guest View: Visit to Middleton Berry Farm in Ortonville (Marissa Prince, June 17, 2017) Ortonville, MI – Middleton Berry Farm is a small, family-owned “you pick” farm in North Oakland County. It is located off Oakwood Road between 24 and M-15 (4790 Oakwood Road in Ortonville). We frequent this berry farm and feel that it’s…
Ferndale Says Cheers to Public Art with Art of Cocktail Event (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 17, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Patrons hit the town Thursday night in Downtown Ferndale to raise money – and their glasses – in support of public art. The Art of the Cocktail event took place at M-Brew and Valentine Distilling…
Ferndale Says Cheers to Public Art with Art of Cocktail Event (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 17, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Patrons hit the town Thursday night in Downtown Ferndale to raise money – and their glasses – in support of public art. The Art of the Cocktail event took place at M-Brew and Valentine Distilling…
Art, Fish, Fun Connects Pontiac Families to Nature (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 16, 2017) Pontiac, MI – Areeba Aalam of Southfield had only gone fishing once before Saturday’s Art, Fish, Fun event at Pontiac’s Beaudette Park. The young girl comes from Southfield to Pontiac for school and was excited to come to the event. “It…
Holly Taking Time to Weigh Both Sides in Marijuana Decision (Video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 16, 2017) Holly, MI – The Village of Holly Council heard a presentation Tuesday about what new laws mean for municipalities that chose to opt in or opt out of allowing medical marijuana businesses, but no vote has been taken…
Holly Taking Time to Weigh Both Sides in Marijuana Decision (Video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 16, 2017) Holly, MI – The Village of Holly Council heard a presentation Tuesday about what new laws mean for municipalities that chose to opt in or opt out of allowing medical marijuana businesses, but no vote has been taken…
Pictures from Berkley Art Bash + Artist Spotlights (Jon Berz, June 14, 2017) Berkley, MI – It was a fine day for family fun and treasure hunting on a sunny, hot, breezy Saturday, and felt like the official beginning of art festival season. Over 130 artists, crafters, vendors and local businesses converged in downtown Berkley,…
Pictures from Berkley Art Bash + Artist Spotlights (Jon Berz, June 14, 2017) Berkley, MI – It was a fine day for family fun and treasure hunting on a sunny, hot, breezy Saturday, and felt like the official beginning of art festival season. Over 130 artists, crafters, vendors and local businesses converged in downtown Berkley,…
Birmingham Outdoor Movie: Ghostbusters (1984) Aug 11 (EVENT page) Birmingham, MI – Movie Nights Returning to Booth Park Family-Friendly Entertainment: June 23, July 14 and August 11 The Birmingham Shopping District’s popular Movie Night series returns June 23, July 14 and August 11! Pre-show entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. followed by a movie at dusk.…
Ferndale Approves Skateboard Park, Detroit City Skateboards Relocating (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – A group of kids was really happy Monday night when Ferndale City Council voted to proceed with plans for a skate park at Wilson Park near Hilton and Marshall. The young people took turns speaking at the podium,…
Ferndale Approves Skateboard Park, Detroit City Skateboards Relocating (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – A group of kids was really happy Monday night when Ferndale City Council voted to proceed with plans for a skate park at Wilson Park near Hilton and Marshall. The young people took turns speaking at the podium,…
Two Lanes of WB I-696 to Remain Closed for Repair After Fire (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – The Michigan Department of Transportation has issued a travel advisory impacting the Royal Oak area, stating: “WB 696 from 75 to Woodward, the left lane remains closed till end of the week for concrete repair…
Two Lanes of WB I-696 to Remain Closed for Repair After Fire (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – The Michigan Department of Transportation has issued a travel advisory impacting the Royal Oak area, stating: “WB 696 from 75 to Woodward, the left lane remains closed till end of the week for concrete repair…
Lathrup Village Terminates Contract with City Administrator Andy Potter (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 12, 2017) Lathrup Village, MI – Residents and employees spilled out into the hallway at an over-capacity special meeting Monday night where Lathrup Village City Council voted unanimously to terminate the contract of City Administrator Andy Potter based on his evaluation by…
Video Shows Driver of Van Stopping Suspect in Ferndale Police Chase (Ferndale Police, June 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – On Friday, 06/09/17 at about 9:30 p.m. Ferndale police arrested a man who fled in a vehicle, and was caught after a citizen ran head on into the suspect in order to stop him. The arrested…
Tanker and Two Cars Crash and Burn on I 696, No Fatalities Reported (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 12, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – Cleanup continues on I-696 W just before Woodward Avenue after a tanker truck and two passenger vehicles that ended with explosions and fire. Firefighters on the scene said there were no…
Madison Heights Police Give Tours, Bike Rodeo (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 11, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – Madison Heights Police have these goggles that make it seem like the person wearing them is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. That combined with a simple bicycle skills course made for a memorable experience to teach…
Night of Stars Showcases Talent, Awards Scholarships in Pontiac (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 11, 2017) Pontiac, MI – The stars came out Friday to the Flagstar Strand Theatre in Pontiac for The Clarence E. Phillips Ascend Foundation annual celebration “Night of the Stars.” Families were able to enjoy a variety of performances, including Pontiac’s own…