Warming Center in Royal Oak has High Numbers, Several Needs (Jason Morgan, Executive Director of Welcome Inn, Jan. 9, 2015) New Year’s greetings to all! As I’m sitting at the desk for the “late shift” at the Welcome Inn, Ed has just passed on some numbers that are staggering. The most guests we have ever…
Two Men Injured, Two Animals Dead in Royal Oak House Fire (C. Proxmire, Jan. 8, 2015) A fire on Mace Street (near 11 Mile and Stephenson) destroyed a home and forced two men in the upstairs to jump from a window to escape. The men, a father and son, were injured from the jump. According…
Woman w/Loaded Gun Leads Police on Chase, Trooper Injured in Berkley (Michigan State Police, Jan. 8, 2015) Activity: Vehicle Pursuit/Driving on Suspended License/Carry a Concealed Weapon Incident Date: January 7, 2015 Location: Southbound Woodward Avenue at Coolidge Ave, City of Royal Oak Summary: Metro Post Troopers while on patrol observed a 2001 White in…
Just Baked Closes Shop (C. Proxmire, Jan. 6, 2015) The cupcake-themed chain Just Baked announced Monday they would be closing all of their stores except four franchise locations, according to the Detroit Free Press. A statement by Pam Turkin, founder of the business, said “After carefully evaluating our business operations, and how best to move…
Waterworks Gives Plumbing Tips for Winter (Guest Column by David Greylen of Waterwork Plumbing. Dec. 2, 2014,republished Jan. 5, 2015) NOTE: Waterworks Plumbing is a sponsor of The Oakland County 115 News Hub. This informative guest column is NOT paid advertising, but readers should be aware that the author does advertise with us. The plumbing…
Remembering Patricia Hill Burnett, 2012 Interview (video) (Cherie Wyatt Rolfe, Crystal Proxmire, Jan. 4, 2015) At the age of 94, the co-founder of Michigan National Organization for Women (NOW) and celebrated portrait artist Patricia Hill Burnett passed away last week. Burnett was a face for feminism spanning across socioeconomic and political lines. She was well-dressed,…
A Holiday Spree of Malicious Destruction, Royal Oak Police Seek Suspect, More in Crime Report (video) Royal Oak Police Department Weekly Update For the week of December 25, 2014 through January 1 , 2015 Larceny 25352 Woodward (L.A. Fitness), 12-29-14, 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.: Complainant reported an unknown suspect stole her coat, which contained…
The stories of 2014 Part 2 of 4 – April through June (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 1, 2015) This has been an amazing year as the oc115 has ventured on the path of county-wide news coverage. From feel-good stories of neighbors helping each other to mass expressions of love, to the challenges of local governments,…
Driver Stopped on 696 Near Scotia Flees Dangerously on Foot, Heroin Use Suspected (Michigan State Police, Dec. 28, 2014) Activity: Driving under the Influence of Narcotics/Resist Police Incident Date: December 18, 2014 7 05 PM Location: Westbound I-696 near Scotia Drive, City of Hunting Woods Summary: Troopers while driving westbound…
Community Foundation Awards $150,000 to Orgs. Across the Region to Benefit Youth (CFSEM Press Release, Dec. 27, 2014) The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announced the distribution of $150,000 in grants to fund 18 projects through its YOUth Voice Social Justice grant program. Earlier in 2014, the Metropolitan Youth Policy Fellows, a diverse group of youth…
Art Explored Unveiled in Downtown Royal Oak (Royal Oak Press Release, Dec. 26,2014) The second annual Art Explored Series kicks off in downtown Royal Oak on Dec. 22. This public art series launched last summer with three featured artists, grew to five local artists in its Fall/Winter Arts Explored Series, and is now showcasing 10…
Chabad-Lubavitch Chanukah Parade Shares Light Through Oak Park, Royal Oak and Birmingham (Photos and Interview by Aaron Tobin, Dec. 19, 2014) Dec. 17 was a day to celebrate light as the Labavitch Chanukah Parade made its way through Oak Park, Huntington Woods, Royal Oak and Birmingham “The idea was to reach as many Jews and non-Jews…
Southfield Skyscraper’s Demolition Felt Miles Away (video) (Crystal Proxmire, video by Amy Probst, Dec. 14, 2014) At 8:30am Sunday a rumble like thunder was felt at least five miles away from 9 Mile and Northwestern Highway, where a 17-story building was demolished by implosion. North Park Plaza was built 42years ago. Oakland Community College bought…
Ways to Help Boys and Girls Club this Holiday Season (Brett Tillander, Boys and Girls Club of Oakland and Macomb Co, Dec. 10, 2014) It’s Holiday Basket time at the Boys & Girls Club and we have numerous club families needing some extra support during this holiday season. Many of you have helped out in…
SOCRRA Accepting Styrofoam at Drop Off Center (Compiled, Nov. 30, 2014) SOCRRA [Southeast Oakland County Resource Recovery Authority] is now accepting Styrofoam at their Drop-Off Center in Troy, starting December 1. You can now drop off the following items: Cups and takeout containers Egg cartons Rinsed meat trays Food trays/lunch trays (No Styrofoam peanuts) All…
Guest View: A Great Night for Wild Lights (Adam Cooley, Nov. 29, 2014) While meeting friends at Java Hutt for chat and coffee drinks, we decided nobody was really in the mood to go to the bar that evening and my friend brought up the Wild Lights display at the Detroit Zoo. A quick search…
Royal Oak Tree Lighting Dec. 4 (City of Royal Oak Press Release, Nov. 29, 2014) The 33rd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place Thursday, Dec. 4 at the Royal Oak Farmers Market at 6:15pm. There will be refreshments, children’s choir free hot dogs, coffee and hot chocolate and music from the Salvation Army Band.…
2014 Royal Oak Holiday Magic Parade (video) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 28, 2014) Royal Oak kicked off the holiday season with the 13th Annual Holiday Magic Parade. The event brought several communities together, with marching bands from Detroit, Ecorse, Ferndale and Royal Oak. Dozens of groups and businesses took part as well, including guests of…
Guest Column: Thanksgiving for the Goodness of Regional Philanthropy (Kurt Metzger, Mayor of Pleasant Ridge, Nov. 25, 2014) A November 11 Detroit News Editorial, entitled “Foundations think out of box to aid Detroit,” paid credit to the foundations who came forth to help fund the Grand Bargain and move the Detroit bankruptcy process to…
Nick Kuhl and the Gang Concert for SOS Dec. 4 Join South Oakland Shelter and Live the Music Foundation as Nick Kuhl and the Gang preform live at Fifth Avenue Sports and Entertainment in Royal Oak, MI on Thursday, December 4 7:00pm – 11:00pm. Tickets are on sale for $25 each. Click here to purchase…