Michigan DHHS Sending Free Condoms During COVID-19 Crisis
If you and your partner are staying home together, you can send an e-mail…
Nearly 800 Businesses Benefit from County Small Business Grants
Oakland County Executive David Coulter on Friday, April 24 announced that 797 small businesses in the county were awarded about $2.3 million in grants from the county’s small business stabilization fund.
To Protect Victims from Stalking & Harassment, PPOs in Michigan Extended
“Unfortunately, these victims are particularly vulnerable to stalking and harassment — which is why they sought protection in the first place,” Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said.
Governor Whitmer Extends Stay Home, Stay Safe Order
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-59, extending her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 15.
Ferndale Elks Bond w/ T-Rex Parades, Happy Hour Zooms, & Helping Others
So of course a parade of interesting creatures seemed like a good idea!
Downtown Ferndale Businesses Can Access Free HR…
“With so much information flying around, it can be difficult to cut through the noise.”
Court Order Extends Filing Deadline for Candidates, Reduces…
US District Court Judge Terrence Berg issued a court order that changes the April 21 filing deadline and rules for some candidates
Mike Kowall Announces Candidacy for Oakland County Executive
Mike Kowall, a Republican from White Lake, has filed to run for Oakland County Executive.
Councilperson Shares Love for Local Bands with “Ferndale Playlist”
Ferndale is a hot spot for musical creativity, so much so that City Councilperson Kat Bruner James has been growing a Spotify list to honor that spirit.
Cities Hope for Federal Funds, Adjust to Pivoted Roles, Layoffs…
“We’re used to doing more with less, but there is a limit to that,”
Coronavirus Crisis Complicates Ferndale’s DOT Parking Deck Project
“It’s not a question of if, it’s just when… We will get there.”
Ferndale’s Musical Families Make Neighborhood Memories – at a Distance
The musicians on West Lewiston plan to keep the concerts going through the “stay home, stay safe” order, getting together from a safe distance once a week to jam.
Things to See: A Stroll Through Downtown Ferndale
But there is plenty to be seen, including the Downtown Development Authority’s investment in public art…
Ferndale Library Encourages Patrons To Keep Reading (Digitally) During Closure
Beyond books and databases, Ferndale Library cardholders can also access Mango Languages and select a course on more than 70 languages…
How to Make Cloth Face Masks, and Where to Donate Them in Metro Detroit
“If you can sew a straight line on a home sewing machine, you are good.”
Ferndale Family Displaced by Fire on E. Breckenridge
Firefighters arrived from both Ferndale and Hazel Park and quickly contained the fire.
Democracy Continues as Local Governments Have Electronic Meetings
“We are taking every measure we can to mitigate the spread of coronavirus and protect Michigan families, but recognize that public bodies still have an obligation to conduct business as usual.”
Before the Closures: Rocky and Roberta’s Wedding Graces Ferndale High School
“Never give up on the chance to find love again,” she said.
Clean Planet Offers Meal Delivery and Pickup of “Mindful Meals”
Flavors include grilled chicken and broccoli over rice; fajita chicken and veggies over rice, chicken with corn over rice, cheese tortellini with tomato sauce and meat tortellini with tomato sauce.
Bagpipe Music in Hazel Park a Surprise for Dad in Senior…
“Dad has always loved the bagpipes and all things history and military so I knew he would really enjoy it.”