Shop Local Ideas: Blumz by JRDesigns
From Holly in northern Oakland County, to Ferndale and Detroit, Blumz by JRDesigns is here to help make the holidays merry and bright.
Shop Local Ideas: Hamilton’s of Ortonville
They’ve also curated an impressive collection of Michigan-made products such as honey, maple syrup, soup mixes, candy, nuts, seasoning, and sauces.
Shop Local Ideas: Clawson Makers Market
Clawson Makers Market opened their doors in 2019 with a business designed to feature local artists and brands.
Shop Local Ideas: Willow Pointe of Ortonville
The building is part flower shop and part boutique, with decorative items, gifts, Michigan-made snacks, local art, upcycled items, antiques, and even a section to celebrate Christmas.
Shop Local Ideas: The Candle Wick Shoppe
The Candle Wick Shoppe in Downtown Ferndale could be just to spot to find something wonderful!
Shop Local Ideas: Creative Fashions in Downtown Holly
Shoppers who prefer to avoid other shoppers may contact the store about setting up a private appointment, and sales can be made over the phone with curbside pickup.
Shop Local Ideas: For the Love of Local in Ortonville
From the enclosed porch featuring locally-made, woodland-themed furniture, to two inside rooms of local products, there are many gift ideas to browse.
Shop Local Ideas: Kerton Lumber
Kerton Lumber has been serving the Holly community since 1952, with a store full of useful things for home projects and more
Shop Local Ideas: Little Things in Downtown Ortonville
Shopping in person is fun because there are so many “little things” to see, but they also have an easy to use online shop as well.
Ceramic Tile Mural Celebrates Royal Oak History
“Each individual element is a story of its own. That’s the beauty of it. It shows the amazing variety and diversity of the people and events and images that make up our history.”
Children Abducted at Gunpoint from Madison Heights UPDATED
UPDATE: The missing children were found safe Friday at a relative’s in Toledo, OH.
Ferndale Detective’s Christmas CD Raises Money for Gleaners
Detective by day and singer by night, Brendan Moore is helping spreading Christmas joy and giving back to comfort those who are hungry and in need.
Gonorrhea Cases on the Rise in Michigan
This increase is even more alarming as it is likely an underestimate of the actual burden of disease due to decreased testing for STDs during the pandemic.
Fire Damages Units at Self Storage Facility in Troy
Upon arrival, firefighters found a large one-story storage unit building with flames through the roof.
Bike Lanes, Bump-Outs, Crosswalks and More as Ferndale Considers Mobility Plan
In progress is a Mobility Plan that “will take stock of Ferndale’s network of non-motorized transportation options, identify ways to improve the planning process, and plot a path forward for future street design projects.”
Troy Student Wins Award for Fitness App “Coach AI”
Michelle Hua of Troy won the competition for “Coach AI,” a smart fitness app that uses artificial intelligence-based human pose detection and recognition to provide real-time coaching for users while they exercise.
As Steckloff Heads to Lansing, Farmington Hills Seeks to Fill Council Vacancy
Following a review of all submissions, each candidate will be invited to attend a formal interview with City Council, currently scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 23, 2021
Shop Local Ideas: Hamilton’s of Ortonville
Hamilton’s Pet Food and More has products that can keep pets and people happy.
Reporter Food: Howe’s Bayou in Downtown Ferndale
Howe’s Bayou has a menu full of New Orleans style flavors including Blackened Voodoo Chicken, Shrimp and Grits, Jumbalaya…
Oak Park Holiday Lights Map 2020
See how residents are brightening their neighborhoods. Be sure to check out the City of Oak Park Holiday Decoration Map for locations.