Ferndale Schools Seeks to Fill Board Vacancy (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 21, 2017) Ferndale, MI – After sending off longtime Board of Education Member Karen Twomey with a certificate and cake, Ferndale Public Schools announced Tuesday that the process is open for filling the vacancy. The following was sent by Ferndale Schools Communications Director Bill…
Ferndale Names New Street After Former President Ferndale, MI – With the 28-home development in progress at the site of the former Wilson School property, Ferndale City Council voted Monday night to name the newly created street in the development after former President Woodrow Wilson. Wilson Street will run north and south, parallel to Hilton…
Ferndale Businesses Send Money to Help Downtowns in Texas (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – When hurricane Harvey hit Texas at the end of August, it devastated not only neighborhoods and cities, but also the small downtowns where mom and pop shops have challenges even when the sun is shining and the…
Ferndale Elks Honor City Workers and Volunteers (Oscar Renautt, Nov. 11, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Each Year Ferndale Elks hosts a ceremony to honor those who serve the community as volunteers and as city staff. Law and Order Night thanks all who serve Ferndale, including the Firefighter of the Year and Police Officer of the…
Not Just an Artist Market, Rust Belt is a Launchpad for Businesses (Mark Stowers, Nov. 10, 2017) Ferndale, MI – As an artist and construction worker, Tiffani and Chris Best didn’t plan on learning and teaching business skills. But they’ve been educating business owners since they opened the Rust Belt Market several years ago in…
Ferndale Election Results 2017 (Crystal A Proxmire, Nov. 8, 2017) Ferndale, MI – The race for Ferndale’s Mayor and two City Council seats were easily won Tuesday since the incumbents had no competition. Mayor Dave Coulter got 1,511 votes. For Council Melanie Piana got 1,426 votes and Greg Pawlica got 1,372.
Ferndale Chamber Celebrates Best of the Best (C. Proxmire, Nov. 5, 2017) Ferndale, MI – The community came together Thursday for the annual Ferndale Chamber of Commerce Gala where awards were given in 35 categories including best store for accessories, best outdoor festival, and best place for a fun night out. The Gala was held…
2017 Candidate Interview: Ferndale Councilperson Greg Pawlica (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 2, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Councilperson Greg Pawlica and Ferndale Mayor Pro Tem Melanie Piana are unopposed in the Nov. 7, 2017 election, as is Mayor Dave Coulter. Yet the election will go on and the candidates continue to connect with voters about…
Ferndale Woman’s Blood Alcohol Level One of Highest Grand Haven Judge Has Seen (compiled, Nov. 1, 2017) Grand Haven, MI – According to the Grand Haven Tribune, Kimberly Anne Elledge’s blood alcohol level was .37, more than four times the legal limit when she was arrested in Grand Haven on Sept. 11. .37 falls in…
Oakland County African American Parent Network Conference Nov. 11 Join us for our first Oakland County AAPN Collaborative Family Conference! This event is open to all families building a community around student success. Parents and students Invited! We have an exciting line up to share with you … Social Media Secrets: Presented by Rasheda Williams,…
Grant Helps Ferndale Get Golf in Elementary Schools (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 28, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Students at Ferndale Elementary Schools will soon be learning to play golf as part of their physical education classes. With thanks to the First Tee organization, the program was announced in the Oct. 27 e blast from the…
Ferndale Makes History with Installment of Rainbow Flag in Council Chambers (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 23, 2017) Ferndale, MI – When Ferndale City Councilperson Greg Pawlica moved to Ferndale in 2002, the decision was very intentional. “At that time Ferndale was already a warm, welcoming community and it was known as a place that was…
Karen Twomey Resigns from Ferndale School Board (Ferndale Schools, Oct. 23, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Schools Board of Education Secretary Ms. Karen Twomey has announced she will resign from her position on the Board effective November 21st, 2017. In her letter of resignation Ms. Twomey stated: “I joined the Board in 2008 in order to…
Following 12 Drug Trafficking Indictments, Sheriff Puts Heroin Problem in Context (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 18, 2017) Pontiac, MI – A dozen Oakland County residents have been charged with selling heroin mixed with fentanyl, seven of whom were charged with distribution resulting in death, revealed Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard in a press conference Wednesday…
Blumz Now Open in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 16, 2017) Holly, MI – Blumz by JR Designs is now open for business in Downtown Holly! This is the third location for floral and wedding/event planning experts Jerome Raska and Robbin Yelverton, who also own stores in Ferndale and Detroit. Located at 114 S. Saginaw…
Sugar Packets & Covered Mirrors: Becoming Detectives for those with Dementia (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 14, 2017) Novi, MI – Loretta and Gregory were married at the age of 16, over 40 years ago, and have always been true to each other. Yet as Gregory began to age, Alzheimer’s started to take its toll and…
Hilton Fall Festival Brings Ferndale Families Together (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – From hayrides to games, bounce houses to food trucks, the Hilton Fall Festival in Ferndale had much for families to enjoy. The annual event, hosted by Ferndale Recreation, took place at Martin Road Park on Oct. 6, with record…
2017 Candidate Interview: Ferndale Councilperson Melanie Piana (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale Mayor Pro Tem Melanie Piana and Councilperson Greg Pawlica are unopposed in the Nov. 7, 2017 election, as is Mayor Dave Coulter. Yet the election will go on and the candidates continue to connect with voters about the…
Ferndale Approves Body Cameras for Police Ferndale, MI – Ferndale City Council voted Monday to order 30 body-worn cameras and software for police to wear while on duty, as well as to replace in-car cameras with newer models. The cams will come from Watchguard at a cost of $120,846.20 and includes a three year warranty…
2017 Candidate Interview: Ferndale Mayor Dave Coulter (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 8, 2017) Ferndale, MI – In the City of Ferndale, Mayor Dave Coulter as well as Councilpersons Greg Pawlica and Melanie Piana are unopposed in the Nov. 7 election. However an election will still take place. Mayor Coulter has been in office since…