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Ferndale UHS Teacher Uses Horror to Help Teens Learn to Love Reading
“You’re still doing the same exact skills in English, but you’re doing it with materials that interest you.”
Attorney General Nessel Visits Ferndale to Discusses Hate Crime Prevention Following Alleged Terror Plot
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel hosted a town hall at Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center to discuss hate crimes and terrorism, including prevention, reporting, and prosecution.
Dec 12 – Ferndale Hosting Community Conversation on License Plate Cameras
According to the City, the event will include a brief educational presentation followed by an open, community-focused discussion.
Ferndale Supervisor of Special Education Presented with Spirit of Detroit Award
The award, signed by the Detroit City Council, acknowledges the profound impact of her efforts in bringing the community together around an important cause.
Village of Beverly Hills Seeking Sculpture Artists
Selected artists will receive a $1200 stipend.
High Schoolers in Oakland County Invited to Enter Financial Empowerment Arts Contest
“This contest invites students to bring their imagination forward while engaging with themes that have real impact on their futures,” said Oakland Schools Superintendent Kenneth Gutman.
Panelists Share Experiences with Neurodiversity and Autism
The discussion included three neurotypical individuals as well as a presentation about autism and neurodivergence.
Ferndale Schools Works on Teacher Retention with Raises and Relevant Training
When we invest in our educators, we strengthen every classroom and every student’s opportunity to succeed.
Still Time to Enter Oakland County’s Local Gems Sweepstakes
Oakland County’s Local Gems Sweepstakes continues to the end of this month, so there is still time to get your small business shopping selfies in!
Amazon Prime Air Launches Drone Delivery in Metro Detroit Area
Amazon Air is a test program that allows online shoppers within 7.5 miles of the Amazon distribution centers in Hazel Park or Pontiac to order small items to be delivered by drone in one hour or less.
Nominations Sought for Hometown Health Hero Awards
The online nomination form is available at Michigan.gov/MPHW and must be submitted no later than Friday, Dec. 19.
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Police Share Details in Border Patrol Arrest in Oak Park
The incident had begun in Pleasant Ridge.
Acorns Gathered in Ferndale to Help Grow White Oaks in Northern Oakland County Nature Preserves
Thanks to nature-loving volunteers, Ferndale acorns are getting around.
Royal Oak Hosting Series of Holiday Events
“This year’s Royal Oak Holidays will deliver even more energy, music and magic to downtown,” said Mike Fournier, Mayor of Royal Oak.
Local Governments Are Hiring – List of Employment Pages for Cities, Townships, & Villages
From part time and seasonal jobs working in parks, pools, and Departments of Public Works to full-time careers, local governments often have a variety of opportunities.
A Statistical View of Veterans in Michigan
For this Veterans Day we’ve decided to take a look at statistics regarding veterans in Michigan.
Michigan DHHS Announces that SNAP Food Benefits Will Resume
In Michigan, more than 9,700 retailers accept SNAP. In 2023, retailers redeemed over $3.6 billion in SNAP.
Voter Turnout in Oakland County Communities in Nov. 4, 2025 Election
The November 2025 election is in the books and it is time to look at turnout.