Ferndale Chamber Gives 2016 Awards (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 18, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Set in the beautiful gathering space inside Rust Belt Market, the Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce gave out their 2016 awards last week. Pops for Italian, the newest creation by Kramer Restaurant Group, won for the New Business of the Year.…
Communities Share Ideas for Surviving Infrastructure Projects (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 17, 2016) Waterford, MI – Sometimes communities put a lot of planning into projects – like parking decks and road improvements – but forget that as these projects start, there are needs of the residents and businesses in the area that are impacted by…
Ferndale Pauses on Marijuana Facility Applications while Reviewing State Law (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 16, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale officials put a pause on accepting applications for medical marijuana facilities, but want it to be clear they don’t oppose them. They just want to do things right. Ferndale City Council voted Monday to suspend…
SheHive in Ferndale Offers Women-Centered Events and Classes (SheHive, Nov. 15, 2016) Ferndale, MI– The SheHive, an intentional community where women who want to live to the fullest expression of their authentic selves gather to connect and grow, announced its first office is officially open and hosting events. The SheHive is located at 1840 Hilton…
Road Commission Uses Humor to Remind People “Don’t Veer for Deer” (Oakland County Road Commission, Nov. 15, 2016) Michigan’s firearm deer season begins on Tuesday, Nov. 15, and the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) is using this event to push its “Don’t Veer for Deer” safety message. According to the Michigan Office of Highway…
Ferndale Library Adds Delivery Service to Senior Apartments (Ferndale Area District Library, Nov. 14, 2016) FERNDALE, Mich. (Nov 10, 2016)– Starting in 2015, the Ferndale Library began a delivery service to housing complexes, carrying the most important cargo in the world: wisdom, knowledge, and literature. That’s right, Ferndale’s Traveling Library finds Interim Director Darlene Hellenberg…
Tips for Elevator & Escalator Safety Week (Office of Gov. Rick Snyder, Nov. 14, 2016) Lansing, MI – Gov. Rick Snyder has declared November 13-19 as Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week to educate the public to ride safely when using elevators, escalators, and moving walks. The state of Michigan has nearly 27,000 elevators and escalators.…
MDHHS Encourages Family Discussion about Health History this Thanksgiving (MDHHS, Nov. 23, 2016) LANSING, MI – In Michigan, approximately one in ten women has a significant family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer. Because of this and other hereditary diseases, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is encouraging potentially lifesaving conversations this…
Ferndale Holiday Ice Festival Dec. 10 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – It’s the most wonderful time of the year, which means it’s time again for Downtown Ferndale’s annual Holiday Ice Festival, Saturday, December 10th from 10am to 4pm! Presented by Cregger Plumbing & Sewer Service, there will be plenty of traditional holiday-time activities for the…
Over 40 Agencies to be Part of Community Resource Day Nov. 16 (EVENT page) Royal Oak, MI – For all those in need of help with housing, employment, food services, and much more, please consider attending the Oakland County Community Resource Day on Wednesday, November 16th from 10am-2pm at Genesis Church at 309 N. Main…
2016 Election Results and “I Voted” Sticker Selfie Page (ongoing) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 8, 2016) Oakland County, MI – Donald Trump has been elected as President of the United States. In Oakland County, the Regional Transit Authority proposal lost – getting 292,401 (49.91%) of the votes. 293,510 people (50.09%) voted against the plan. L.…
As Dickens Festival Approaches, Things to Know about the Author (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 7, 2016) Holly, MI – Did you know that in all his life, Charles Dickens never missed a deadline except once? That he had an unusual fondness for prostitutes? Or that his family pet helped launch the career of a gloomy…
Ferndale Elks Honor City Employees, Senior and Citizen of the Year (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 11, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The Ferndale Elks know the value that city employees bring to the community, so each year they honor one from each department – nominated by their supervisor – as well as an outstanding senior and…
Blumz Ladies Night Out Nov. 11 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Blumz by JRDesigns annual Ladies Night Out is only a week away! Mark your calender’s and check out the full lineup of vendors, food, entertainment and drink sponsors for this year’s event! VENDORS: Glambitious Shower Brew Soaps (Vegan) , Soutache by Anna Williams, Coming up…
Commissioner Takes Trip to Experience Transit Ahead of RTA Vote (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 2, 2016) Huntington Woods, MI – With one week to go before the Nov. 8 election, County Commissioner Helaine Zack of Huntington Woods decided to take a non-driving trip herself to see what challenges people without cars face, and to contemplate…
Ferndale Clerk Offers Friday and Saturday Hours for Absentee Voters (City of Ferndale, Nov. 2, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The City Clerk’s Office will offer expanded hours this weekend to issue and accept absentee voter ballots. The Clerk’s Office will be open Friday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m.to Noon and Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9…
Video Showcases Citizens for Fair a Ferndale Civility Pledge (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov 1, 2016, orig. July 26, 2016) Ferndale, MI – In a time of heated political discourse and feelings of division between people because of perceived differences, the Citizens for a Fair Ferndale Civility Pledge can help remind people that the power to…
“Clean it Up” Guide Shows How to Make Old Social Media Work for You (Oakland Schools, Nov. 1, 2016) GOING to college? Heave a big sigh of relief. The ACT and SAT are behind you. Common App and college essays should be wrapping up for Early Action. Transcripts have been sent… WOO-HOO your high school…
Hazel Park Voters Consider Staggered Terms, More Signatures and School Sinking Fund (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 30, 2016) Hazel Park, MI – Voters in Hazel Park face ballot proposals that will change a couple of aspects of local governance, and voters in the Hazel Park School District will be voting on a bond proposal for…
Ferndale Experiments with Green Drainage Solution (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 29, 2016) Ferndale, MI – In the midst of a longer than expected road construction project, Ferndale residents have been wondering what the city was thinking using bricks around the drains on three residential streets. The pavers are an experiment in environmentally-conscious design and an…