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Category Archives: Rochester/Rochester Hills

Test Results Show Reading Proficiency Among Third and Fourth Graders Across Oakland County

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 14, 2025

The charts below track the share of 3rd and 4th graders scoring Proficient or higher on the MEAP English Language Arts test, given in the Spring of this year, across Oakland County public school districts.   

SEMCOG Online Survey Seeks Perceptions on SE Michigan’s Economy

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Huntington Woods, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Waterford, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 12, 2025

Survey results will help shape Southeast Michigan’s next five-year economic development strategy.

Sept 11  – LWV Candidate Forum for Rochester City Council Candidates

Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 6, 2025

The League of Women Voters Oakland Area hosts non-partisan candidate forums for contested elections (in LWVOA’s service area) prior to elections.

One Dead, Another Wounded As Altercation Leads to Gunfire in Rochester Hills

Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 1, 2025

While no one sustained serious injuries in the vehicle collision, two of the at least three individuals involved in the parking lot altercation were shot, and one has died.

Sept 6 – Palooza ’92 Tribute at Wildwood Amphitheater in Orion Twp

Auburn Hills, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 1, 2025

Don’t miss this epic tribute to the unforgettable summer of ’92—grunge fans, this one’s for you!

Sept 5, 12, and 26 – Auburn Hills Blues and Jazz in the Park

Auburn Hills, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 1, 2025

For everyone who loves blues and jazz, welcome back for our fifth installment of the blues and jazz series in Downtown Auburn Hills.

Number of Births Decline in Oakland County, While Age of Women Giving Birth Increases

Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Ferndale, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Troy, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 25, 2025

Women are having children later in life and there are numerous contributing factors to modern-day delays in parenthood. 

Entrepreneurs Can Apply for Goldman Sachs Small Business Program

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Northville, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 25, 2025

This program is a great opportunity for small businesses

Oakland County Urges Prevention as First West Nile Case of the Year Confirmed

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Commerce Twp., Fenton, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Keego Harbor, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 18, 2025

West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne virus. Mosquitoes are infected with the virus by biting an infected bird.

Income Guidelines Announced for Free and Reduced School Meals Across Michigan

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 18, 2025

These guidelines aim to help make sure that no child goes hungry during the day, leading to better learning and overall health.

Overturned Concrete Truck Causes Closure of Snell Road in Oakland Twp

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 15, 2025

A concrete truck has flipped onto it’s side and spilled concrete over the road the intersection of Snell Road and Orion Road in Oakland Township, causing Snell Road to be closed for an unknown length of time. 

Voter Turnout in Oakland County Communities in Aug 5 Election

Northville, Novi, Oakland Township, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 13, 2025

Suffice it to say, voting is still one of our most basic rights in America.

Nonprofits and Local Governments Can Apply for DTE Tree Planting Grants

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Waterford, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 12, 2025

“Tree planting is more than an environmental initiative; it’s a way to bring neighbors together, strengthen local pride and create healthier, more vibrant places to live.

Candidate Interview: Max Donovan for Rochester Hills City Council District 1

2025 Election, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 9, 2025

For Council Member in District 1 the candidates are Max Donovan and Diana Mannino. 

Section of Clarkston Road in Orion Twp to Close for Culvert and Road Repair

Clarkston/Independence Twp., Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 8, 2025

The traffic detour route is Clarkston Road to Joslyn Road to Indianwood Road to Lapeer Road/M-24, back to Clarkston Road and vice versa.

Video: Matthaei Botanical Gardens Welcomes Baby Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnakes

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 5, 2025

Between shrinking populations, dwindling habitat, and their shy nature around humans, Eastern Massasauga sightings are considered a rare delight.

Candidate Interview: Jessica Clauser for Rochester City Council

Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 31, 2025

In the City of Rochester there are eight people running for four city council positions.

Candidate Interview: Diana Mannino for Rochester Hills City Council District 1

2025 Election, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 29, 2025

For Council Member in District 1 the candidates are Max Donovan and Diana Mannino. 

Aug 5 Ballot:  Oakland Township Has Two Proposals on the Ballot for Library Services

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 28, 2025

Both the renewal and the new millage must pass this year to ensure the continuation of Oakland Twp residents’ library services past December 31, 2025

State Rep Brenda Carter Introduces Bill to Require Cursive be Taught in Schools

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 27, 2025

I’ve been proud to introduce this bill in each of my prior three terms, and in its most recent form, it passed out of the House with overwhelming bipartisan support.

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