Resource Day Showcases Over 40 Agencies for Housing, Health, Counseling and Other Services (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 26, 2016) Royal Oak, MI – Once a year the work that Leah McCall and others at Alliance for Housing of Oakland County do year-round gets laid out in an inspiring in-person kind of way. The 40+ agencies…
Mental Health First Aid Training by Oakland Schools Dec. 2 (EVENT page) Mental Health First Aid Training by Oakland Schools Dec. 2 in Holly Holly, MI – Parents, teachers, community members, school staff, church staff, first responders and any adults who are in contact with you are invited to a day-long “Youth Mental Health First…
Holly Welcomes Holiday Season with Light Parade, Tree Lighting & Awards (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 25, 2016) Holly, MI – The rain did not stop Santa and Mrs. Claus from visiting the Village of Holly for the annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday. Led by the Holly Bronchos Marching Band and a parade of lighted…
Reporter Food: Holly Dogman Brat at Andy’s Place (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 25, 2016) Holly, MI – Andy’s Place located at 208 S. Broad Street in Downtown Holly, is known for their burgers and beer. But something else they have is Holly Dogman Brautwurst. I had mine served “traditional” style, with sauerkraut, sautéed onion on pretzel…
As Dickens Festival Approaches, Things to Know about the Author (Crystal A. Proxmire, orig. 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…
15 Delightful Things at The Vintage Farm House in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, orig. Nov. 10, 2016) Holly, MI – Historic Downtown Holly is full of curious and delightful antique shops, resale shops, artist markets, and place for furniture and home décor. The Vintage Farm House at 310 S. Broadway is the newest addition to…
Sabra Hummus Recalled (FDA, Nov. 20, 2016) Colonial Heights, VA – Sabra Dipping Co., LLC is voluntarily recalling certain hummus products made prior to November 8, 2016 due to concerns over Listeria monocytogenes, which was identified at the manufacturing facility but not in tested finished product. The recall includes the products listed below; these…
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…
Two People Shot in Altercation in Holly -UPDATED (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 15, 2016) Holly, MI – An argument in a parking lot at Oakland Street just south of S. Sagniaw Street led to two people injured by gunfire. According Village Manager Jerry Walker, the incident happened around 8:45 Monday night. “An altercation occurred between…
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…
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…
Holly Chamber Ugly Sweater Themed Annual Dinner Dec. 3 (EVENT page) Holly, MI – The Holly Chamber of Commerce is having their annual dinner and awards ceremony on Sunday Dec. 3. Annual Dinner- Holly VFW Saturday, December 3rd 6:00 PM Evening’s Events Include – Dinner, Award Presentation,Live Entertainment (Northville Folk), “Ugliest” sweater contest and Blind…
15 Delightful Things at The Vintage Farm House in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 10, 2016) Holly, MI – Historic Downtown Holly is full of curious and delightful antique shops, resale shops, artist markets, and place for furniture and home décor. The Vintage Farm House at 310 S. Broadway is the newest addition to the…
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.…
Reporter Food: Upside Down Smoothie from Jacq n’ Diane’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 6, 2016) Holly, MI – My favorite treat when I go to Holly is actually something healthy that makes me feel great. Jacq n’ Diane’s Juice Box makes smoothies out of fresh fruits and veggies, and I love them. The past couple…
“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…
Red Hat Ladies Enjoy Daytrip to Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 22, 2016) Holly, MI – When it was Mary Butler’s turn to pick the daytrip destination for The Roaming Reds Down Under, the historic Village of Holly made perfect sense. “I like that it’s a little town. It’s quaintness,” Butler said when asked why…
Holly Lanes Rolls Out the Rainbows in Support of Equality (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 21, 2016) Holly, MI – John Butterfield had an amazing night at work Wednesday. That’s because his boss at Holly Lanes decided to throw a big rainbow-tastic party to celebrate equality and show support for all LGBTQ people who may chose…
Village of Holly Seeks Volunteers for Planning Commission (Village of Holly, Oct. 21, 2016) Holly, MI – The Village of Holly is currently seeking volunteers to serve on our Village Planning Commission. The Planning Commission meets once per month on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Village Council Chambers located…