Candle Wick Shoppe Celebrates New Location (C. Proxmire, June 13, 2015) The first candle Jacki Smith created to sell turned out to be one that has served her well. She’d been inspired by seeing a field of bergamot that was lush and rich. “Bergamot helps calm fears,” Smith said. So she used that as part…
Hazel Park Police Get Donation for Positive Relations Program (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 6, 2015) In an era where there is tension between police and citizens, the community of Hazel Park is making a special effort to grow trust and respect. The Positive Relations Program is set up for youngsters to have items they can…
Cristina Sheppard-Decius: Moving On After 15 Years of Transforming Downtown Ferndale (Guest View by Cristina Sheppard-Decius, former Executive Director Downtown Ferndale, June 12, 2015) Cristina Sheppard-Decius recently left her position as Executive Director for the Ferndale DDA. This is her letter to the Ferndale community: I have had the privilege and honor to serve my…
Hazel Park Trunk Sale Aug 1st (event listing) City Wide Trunk Sale August 1st- Trunk sale will be held 8/1/2015 in the Viking Arena Parking Lot. The cost per space will be $10. Items may be sold out of your trunk or bring a table! (Tables will NOT be provided-you MUST bring your own table.)…
Commerce Township Approves Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facilities Ordinance (compiled, June 12, 2015) Westend, a news magazine serving NW Oakland County, reports the Commerce Township Board of Trustees voted to approve a zoning ordinance to regulate medical marijuana cultivation facilities. The unanimous vote happened June 9. Twelve or more pants in one building equals a “cultivation…
Disturbing Findings in Ferndale Housing Commission’s HUD Report (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 11, 2015) The mess left by the former Ferndale Housing Director and the Ferndale Housing Commission has become even more clear as a June 10 report by HUD shows several major problems, and imposes a list of corrective actions expected to cost the…
The Rides are on For New Oak Park Slow Roll Riders Group (Adapted from Oak Park Slow Roll Riders Press Release, Photos: Bill Berlin, June 11, 2015) A new group of bicycle riders has started a weekly ride in Oak Park. The group is called “Oak Park Slow Roll Riders”. Founded by Aaron Tobin, he…
Snyder Signs Bill Allowing Agencies to Deny Adoption for LGBT People, and Single Individuals (C. Proxmire, June 11, 2015) HB 4188, 4189 and 4190 have been signed into law by Governor Rick Snyder. The bills allow adoption agencies to refuse placing children in homes with LGBT parents, even if that agency receives state funding. According…
Berkley Doing Study to Help with New Logo Creation (Compiled, City of Berkley, June 11, 2015) Branding Study A historic project will be initiated in the City of Berkley as a branding study is launched later this month. The city’s current logo was crafted more than 75 years ago when Berkley High School students were…
Less Than 12 Hours Remain to Help Ferndale Qualify to Win a $100,000 Dog Park (compiled, June 10, 2015) The fifth annual PetSafe Bark for Your Park contest is reaching the end of the first round, and Ferndale has a good chance of reaching the finals supporters can rally enough votes in the final hours. Voting for the first…
Red Bull Promotes Crazy BMX Ride Through Silverdome (video) (C. Proxmire, June 9, 2015) Energy drink company Red Bull has made a video of a BMX rider taking a stunt-filled ride through the dilapidated Pontiac Silverdome. The sentimental video pays homage to the roar of the crowds and the sporting prowess exhibited in the stadium’s…
Wave of Investment Coming to Ferndale With Garden Fresh $231 Million Sale (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 9, 2015) After months of negotiations a deal has finally been reached for Campbell’s to purchase Ferndale-based Garden Fresh Salsa for $231 Million and a solid commitment to stay and grow in the Ferndale Community. Jack Aronson signed the…
Fire Extinguished at T & W Tool in Oak Park on Monday (C. Proxmire & Jaw Dropping Photography, June 9, 2015) The pretty blue sky over Oak Park filled with dark gray smoke Monday afternoon when a fire at T & W Tool in Oak Park. At around 2pm Oak Park Public Safety arrived to…
Registration Open for 8 Week Entrepreneurship Class in Ferndale The Ferndale Small Business Collaborative (FSBC) will present the Build Institute’s Build Basics course in Ferndale this summer. The eight-week class provides business training for aspiring and established entrepreneurs. Participants receive education in money management, business planning, market research, legal matters, accounting, professional development, and more.…
Kids Learn the Life Saving Benefits of Bike Helmets at Ferndale Bike Rodeo (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 7, 2015) As kids of all ages got fitted for free bike helmets at the Ferndale Bike Rodeo, they got to see the necessity firsthand. Ferndale Auxiliary Officer Bruce Jarvie had with him the helmet that saved his…
Driver Hits Multiple Vehicles, Flips Car, On Academy in Ferndale (Dave Cornett and C. Proxmire, June 8, 2015) At about four in the morning Monday an out of control driver hit multiple vehicles on Academy Street in Ferndale just west of Hilton. Witnesses say the driver, a male who appeared to be in his teens…
Motor City Pride 2015 (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 8, 2015) It’s easy to get lost in the sea of rainbows, glitter, generous amounts of flesh, and the vibe of happy people dancing at Motor City Pride. And of course there is a draw to the people with the wildest hair, sexiest outfits, hottest dance moves,…
Courthouse Gets Five New Trees Thanks to ReLeaf Michigan (C. Proxmire, June 7, 2015) A lovely spring day was celebrated on June 3 as officials from Oakland County, DTE and ReLeaf Michigan gathered to plant five trees at the south end of the County Courthouse in Pontiac. Two Princeton Elms and three Red Buds were…
What We Talk About When We Talk About Love (John Jeffire) Too many ways of looking At a blackbird tossed In the autumn sky. From the dry shadows Of the bed from which The sun cannot step, Your whisper flits above: I am free to leave. First, a living will, Power of attorney, No…
OCC and Pontiac Creative Arts Center Celebrate Together (C. Proxmire and Mike McGuinness June 6, 2015) Two Pontiac-based art programs paired together Friday night for the Oakland Community College Faculty and Student Art Exhibition. The opening featured about 80 pieces of painting, mixed media, pottery and more. The Pontiac Creative Arts Center is at 47 Williams…