Crossing at Woodward Leads to Talks About Timing, Technology, and Priorities
In early October, I wrote a letter to the MDOT Director inquiring why the light timing had changed without the involvement of city administration.
Students’ Environmental Art Featured on Water Resource Calendars
Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water
Driver Turns Onto Tracks, Vehicle Struck by Train in Ferndale
A vehicle was traveling northbound on Hilton and turned westbound onto the train tracks Saturday evening.
Reporter Food: Elie’s Mediterranean Grill in Downtown Birmingham
Along with expected favorites like housemade hummus, fried kibbee, kabobs, kaftas, and shawarmas, there are also alluring items like sauteed dandelions, feta stuffed portabella mushrooms…
Indoor Dining Begins Feb. 1, With Limitations
The order will allow for indoor dining at restaurants with certain requirements
Police Warn: Phone Scammers Claim to be From DTE
If you suspect the call may be fraudulent, hang up and call DTE at their toll-free number 800-477-4747. Ask to be connected to a customer service representative and explain to them what occurred.
Students in Royal Oak Get Multicultural Crayons Thanks to Teens’ Efforts
“The opportunity presented itself when we saw that schools would be facing budget cuts. We immediately thought about how this would impact younger students in school and realized the use of shared supplies wouldn’t be a possibility anymore,”
Proposed Raymond E. Shepherd House Aiming for Low Income LGBTQ Seniors
Several leaders in the LGBTQ community and housing advocates joined in the Planning Commission on Wednesday via Zoom to express support for the project.
Hungry? Here are 150+ Restaurants We’ve Tried in Oakland County
Please consider checking out new places, trying new things, and supporting local restaurants.
Applications Open for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program
In an effort to continue to support small businesses, the Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program will provide funding to eligible small businesses disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
Can You Top “Sir Salts-A-Lot”? MDOT Seek Plow Name Suggestions
Yes, Plowy McPlowface is on the list.
Royal Oak Blessings in a Backpack Has a Wish List to Help Kids
Blessings in a Backpack has continued to feed Royal Oak School students through the pandemic and the need is always there because hunger never takes a break.
Entertainment Venues Can Apply for Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program
The Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program will provide a total of $3.5 million in one-time grants of up to $40,000 to eligible entertainment and live music venues throughout Michigan
Reporter Food: Voyager in Ferndale
For a special evening I splurged on a Connecticut Lobster Roll, Winter Fennel Salad, and Hushpuppies.
Rochester Snowglow Adds Enchantment to a Wintry Saturday
Others included a shooting star, a gingerbread man, a Christmas kitten and a toy soldier. One even had poinsettias frozen into sculpture.
From 120,000 Deaths to 91% Saves, No-Kill Efforts Working…
Shelters in Oakland County collectively reached over 90% live release rate, with several organizations reaching 98% or higher.
New Affordable Townhomes in Oak Park Welcoming First Residents
The $15M development is a partnership between Lighthouse of Oakland County and Southwest Solutions.
Girl Scouts’ Efforts Lead to Free Little Pantry at Berkley First UMC
In this time of pandemic, the pantry has been an immense blessing – both to those with a need for food assistance, and for those with the desire to give. It is filled and emptied almost every day.”
Holly Moves Forward with Creation of Social District for Outdoor Drinking
The Village of Holly joins three other Oakland County municipalities in moving towards establishment of a Social District to allow for outside consumption of adult beverages in specially approved areas.
Video Break: Two and a Half Minutes of a Tiger Grooming Itself
We caught one of the trio getting all primped and ready to see guests one morning in early January…