2016 Candidate Interview Congressperson Brenda Lawrence (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 7, 2016) Southfield, MI – United States Congressperson Brenda Lawrence is seeking her second term representing the 14th District. Also running for the seat are Republican Howard Klausner, Libertarian Gregory Creswell and Green Party Candidate Marcia Squier. Congressperson Lawrence has represented the public in…
Holly-Ween Oct. 29 in Downtown Holly (EVENT page) Holly, MI – FREE EVENT: Trick or treating in Holly’s downtown area with our awesome merchants PLUS horse rides, petting farm, face painting, bounce houses, and more provided by The River Church. Plus come see the giant man eating pumpkin on display! More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/536776136513861/?active_tab=highlights ****** For…
Holly Cops to Take Over Donut Shop for Fundraiser Nov. 5 (EVENT page) Holly, MI – THE VILLAGE OF HOLLY POLICE PRESENTS: COPS TAKING OVER THE HOLLY DONUT SHOP!!! COME JOIN US IN HELPING RAISE FUNDS FOR SHOP WITH A COP!!! NOVEMBER 5th, 2016 7AM-11AM 421 N. SAGINAW HOLLY, MI 48442 ***SEE HOLLY’S FINEST HELP…
–MML #6 – State Helps Communities Become Redevelopment Ready (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 29, 2016) Mackinac Island, MI – Change in communities happens in one of two ways, either with thoughtful planning or by chaos. Across the state there are communities on the cusp of recovering from the recession of the past decade, and those…
Holly Celebrates Homecoming with Parade (video) (Richard Kinnamon, Sept. 24, 2016) Holly, MI – Friday evening’s Homecoming Parade was a great chance for the community to come together and celebrate pride in the Holly Schools. Thanks to Richard Kinnamon for sharing your video of the event.
Heritage Conference Shares Dixie Hwy History (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 24, 2016) Holly, MI – With a theme of pairing development with history, the 19th annual Oakland County Heritage Conference focused on Dixie Hwy and the 23 miles of this historic road that travel through the Oakland County borders. The highway stretches from Sault St.…
MML #4 – How Crowdfunding Builds Community with Patronicity (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 23, 2016) Mackinaw Island, MI – “When most people think of cities, they think of buildings, streets and cars. But when I think of cities I think of people… Where people go and where people meet is at the core of community,”…
Downtown Holly Ladies Night Out Nov. 11 (EVENT page) Holly, MI – Voted Best Retail Event from Main Street Oakland County, Downtown Holly’s Fall Ladies Night Out is an event you will not want to miss! Friday, November 11 at 5 PM – 9 PM in Historic Downtown Holly. Shop, dine and stroll through our…
Sheriff’s Office Hosting Self Defense Class Oct 1, 15 and 29 (EVENT page) The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is proud to team up with the Miss Michigan America Organization, the IGroup Model and Talent Agency, and Common Ground to present the Women’s Self-Defense Awareness Month in Oakland County during the month of October. Sergeant Jen…
MML#3 – Cities and Civic Tech, How Local Governments Serve Residents Online (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 18, 2016) Mackinaw Island, MI – Cities vary on how much effort they put into their websites, apps, social media, and online presence. Yet clearly the internet is important to residents and those wishing to do business. How can…
Live Action Clue in Historic Downtown Holly Oct. 29 (EVENT page) Holly, MI – Col. Mustard? With the candlestick? In the dining room? Join in Live Action Clue, with Historic Holly, Michigan as your playing board. This interactive event sets your teams on a hunt to discover where the murder has taken place, by whom,…
MML#2 – Cities Facing Increasing Lawsuits over Fees (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 18, 2016) Mackinaw Island, MI – Class action lawsuits against municipalities are becoming more common, particularly those over water and sewer billing. Litigation attorney Soni Mithani, a Principal at Miller Canfield in Ann Arbor, took time to educate officials about these types of…
Michigan Renaissance Festival Runs Through Oct. 2 in Holly (EVENT page) Holly, MI – The Michigan Renaissance Festival began in 1979 and is now a 7 weekend event that takes place at Dixie Hwy in the Holly area. Learn more about the Renaissance Festival at http://www.michrenfestnew.michrenfest.com. Thank you to Sam Gurwin of Gadfly Photography for…
MML #1: From Pork to Pollination, Best Ways to Support Local Development (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 15, 2016) Mackinac Island, MI – Development professionals often use the phrase “attract and retain businesses” as their main job functions. But economist and author Michael Shuman is determined to change that. “You cannot attract a local business,” Shuman…
Readers Urged to Check Thermostats for Recall Notices after Fire in Troy (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 15, 2016) Troy, MI -The folks at Troy Medical Plaza had no idea that the thermostat in their building had been similar to one ordered recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (SPSC) until it caught fire on Wednesday…
2016 Candidate Interview Dave Cruickshank for Holly Village President (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 4, 2016) Holly, MI – The race for Holly Village President is between three people: Dave Cruickshank, James Perkins and Richard (Dick) Rossell. The election takes place Nov. 8, 2016. Cruickshank is currently a member of the Village Council having first…
2016 Candidate Interview James Perkins for Holly Village President (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 4, 2016) Holly, MI – The race for Holly Village President is between three people: Dave Cruickshank, James Perkins and Richard (Dick) Rossell. The election takes place Nov. 8, 2016. Perkins is a former military police officer who currently owns a…
2016 Candidate Interview Richard (Dick) Rossell for Holly Village President (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 4, 2016) Holly, MI – The race for Holly Village President is between three people: Dave Cruickshank, James Perkins and Richard (Dick) Rossell. The election takes place Nov. 8, 2016. Rossell is currently the Chair of the Downtown Development…
Man Killed in Crash Making U Turn at Grange Hall Road I-75 Off Ramp (Michigan State Police, Sept. 6, 2016) Holly Township, MI – On September 5, 2016 at approximately 5 20 AM troopers from the Metro North Post were dispatched to a traffic crash at southbound I 75 and Groveland Road in Holly Township.…
2016 Candidate Interview State Representative Joe Graves 51st District (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 4, 2016) Holly, MI – State Representative for the 51st District Joseph (Joe) Graves is hoping to be the longest-serving member of the legislature since term limits were instituted. He began serving in March 2012 with partial term that will give…