Troy Firefighters Extinguish Flames at Oakland Mall (Troy Assistant Fire Chief Chuch Riesterer, June 23, 2017) Troy, MI – The Troy Fire Department was dispatched to a report of “flames visible from the roof” at Sears (Oakland Mall) 300 W. 14 Mile Road, Friday, June 23 at 4:29am. A motorist, passing by the building, had…
Two Lanes of WB I-696 to Remain Closed for Repair After Fire (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – The Michigan Department of Transportation has issued a travel advisory impacting the Royal Oak area, stating: “WB 696 from 75 to Woodward, the left lane remains closed till end of the week for concrete repair…
Two Lanes of WB I-696 to Remain Closed for Repair After Fire (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – The Michigan Department of Transportation has issued a travel advisory impacting the Royal Oak area, stating: “WB 696 from 75 to Woodward, the left lane remains closed till end of the week for concrete repair…
Madison Heights Police Give Tours, Bike Rodeo (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 11, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – Madison Heights Police have these goggles that make it seem like the person wearing them is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. That combined with a simple bicycle skills course made for a memorable experience to teach…
Madison District Public Schools fund for kids honors wrestler’s legacy (Joni Hubred, June 7, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – Madison District Public Schools has a dream, that every child who graduates will have the opportunity to attend the college or career training school of their choice. To help all families, particularly those who…
Madison District Public Schools fund for kids honors wrestler’s legacy (Joni Hubred, June 7, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – Madison District Public Schools has a dream, that every child who graduates will have the opportunity to attend the college or career training school of their choice. To help all families, particularly those who…
2017 Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade Pics (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 27, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – John R. was lined with patriotic people Saturday morning for the Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade. Here are photos from this year’s event.
Madison Heights Community Recognizes Youth for Volunteerism (Crystal A. Proxmire May 9, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – Families filled the UFCW Hall in Madison Heights Tuesday morning to honor youth throughout the Madison Heights Community for volunteer efforts. “Over 150 nominations were accepted,” said Kimberly Heisler of the Madison Heights Community Coalition, who hosted the…
“Blue Period” Wins First in Ferndale Chamber Student Art Competition (Natalie Berger, April 26, 2017) Ferndale, MI – “The Artist in You” competition presented by the Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates area youth in the Ferndale community from Ferndale high school, Ferndale University High, and CASA. On Tuesday April 25th at the Ferndale public…
Madison Heights Library by the Numbers (CP Proxmire, April 15, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – Madison Heights Councilperson Robert J. Corbett said “The door to the American Dream goes through the Library,” and there are many reasons to celebrate what this means in his community. Though the value of a library may be immeasurable, there…
Howrylak, Ellison and Webber Introduce Bipartisan Bill Against Distracted Driving (Traffic Improvement Association, April 2, 2017) SOUTHFIELD, MI -Jim Santilli, chief executive officer of the Transportation Improvement Association, and State Rep. Martin Howrylak (R-Troy) today announced distracted driving legislation they’ve designed with the goal of reducing fatalities, injuries, and traffic crashes in Michigan. “When operating…
Madison Heights and Orchard Lake Join One Stop Ready Program (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 27, 2017) Madison Heights, MI and Orchard Lake, MI – Madison Height is now the 22nd city to join the One Stop Ready Program offered through Oakland County, closely following Orchard Lake who signed on last week. The program helps cities…
DTE Working on Power Restoration, Warming Centers Available (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 11, 2017) Oakland County, MI – 250,000 people in DTE’s service area remain without power as of 3am Saturday after wind storms knocked down power lines through the area. According to the DTE website, “DTE’s restoration teams are fully mobilized and working 24/7…
Madison Heights: Powering up with Progress (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 23, 2017) Madison Heights, MI – A year ago the “City of Progress” had a power problem. In 2015, 1,689 customers lost electrical services six times or more times during the year. The culprits were aging infrastructure and falling tree branches. It took a bit…
Suspects Arrested After 7-Eleven Robberies in Ferndale, Oak Park & Madison Heights (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 7, 2017) Ferndale, Oak Park, and Madison Heights, MI – According to Ferndale Police St. Baron Brown there were four 7-Eleven robberies on Tuesday, that ended with the arrest of two suspects in Madison Heights. According to St. Brown…
Bowlabration to Fund Royal Optimist Club Feb. 26 (EVENT page) Madison Heights, MI – The Royal Oak Optimist Club presents their 2017 Bowlabration on Sunday, Feb. 26 at 1:30pm at Astro Lanes in Madison Heights on 32388 John R. There will be a silent auction, raffles and a wagon of cheer. Cost is $35 per…
County Commissioners Sworn In (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 11, 2017) Pontiac, MI – The Oakland County Board of Commissioners made their official start to the 2017-2018 term with a swearing in ceremony Wednesday night at the County Commission building in Pontiac. Nineteen of the Commissioners were incumbents that had been re-elected. Two new Commissioners took…
Jim and Jodie Ellison Talk about Political Journey (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 23, 2016) Royal Oak, MI – Lovebirds and partners in politics Jim and Jodie Ellison are adjusting to the change of Jim’s role as Mayor to that of State Representative. Jim now gets to represent the residents of Royal Oak and those…
Fire at 555 Building Closes Woodward Ave. in Birmingham (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 22, 2016) Birmingham, MI – A fire at the 555 Building on Woodward required at least five fire departments to respond and Woodward Avenue to be closed while the flames were doused and the building secured. There are no reported fatalities or…
Reporter Food: Green Lantern Pizza (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 19, 2016) Madison Heights, MI – I’ve been told that Green Lantern pizza is a classic, and they have certainly won many awards. So it seemed right to give it a try for myself. I indulged in a pizza with green olives and feta, which was…