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…
Costume Party & Music at Andy’s Place in Holly Oct. 28 (EVENT page) Holly, MI – Get your Halloween fun on with live music by Gary Musgrave and a costume contest from 8pm to 11pm at Andy’s Place 208 S. Broad Street, Holly, MI. For more info call 248-382-5020 ****** For more event listings go…
Holly Twp. Library Spoktacular Oct. 28 (EVENT page) Kids from k-3rd grade are invited to stop by the library from 1-3pm for the Library Spooktacular. Listen to spooky stories, decorate a cookie, do a craft and play ghoulish games. Call 248-634-1754 to sign up. More info: https://www.facebook.com/158285620904372/photos/pcb.1143893889010202/1143893792343545/?type=3&theater ****** For more event listings go to https://oaklandcounty115.com/events/…
Holly Lanes Hosting LGBT and Friends Night to Connect Around Equality Oct. 19 (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 17, 20160 Holly, MI – Following last Tuesday’s decision by the Village of Holly Council not to adopt a human rights ordinance that would have given LGBT people the same civil rights at other marginalized groups, the folks…
Reporter Food: Battle Alley Burger at Andy’s Place in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 15, 2016) Holly, MI – About two years ago I was at an event and had not had a chance to eat yet, so I forced myself to have some of the salami that was there with the fruit and cheese. …
Holly Chamber Hosts Meet the Candidates Oct. 18 (EVENT page) Holly, MI – Tuesday, October 18,2016 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Karl Richter Community Center 300 East Street Holly, Mi 48442 Join us for our Meet the Candidates Event! More info: http://www.hollychamber.com/ ****** For more event listings go to https://oaklandcounty115.com/events/ Want to be…
Volunteers Hope to Turn Cyclone Park into a Dog Park in Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 12, 2016) Holly, MI – Plans are in the works to turn Cyclone Park in the Village of Holly into a dog park. The Village Council voted Tuesday to allow an ad hoc committee of the Parks Commission to…
Village of Holly Votes 6-1 Against Human Rights Ordinance (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 12, 2016) Holly, MI – The Village of Holly voted 6-1 against adopting a human rights ordinance that would have prohibited discrimination against LGBT people. Several members of the public spoke against the ordinance. “There’s a natural, inherent conflict because we’re trying…