Story of Big Top Changes, As Kelly Miller Circus Returns to Holly Animal-Free (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 6, 2018) Holly, MI – “The Greatest Show on Earth” ceased to exist in 2017 when Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus ended their nearly 150-year run of traveling the country to delight and amaze ladies and…
Reporter Food: Mackinaw Cheesesteak at Biere de Mac (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 3, 2018) Mackinaw City, MI – If you’re heading up to the Mackinaw City/St. Ignace Area this summer, it can be hard to decide on a great place to eat. My favorite Straits Area writing spot is the Biere de Mac Brew Works,…
Is Your Dog Sick? Cases of Canine Influenza on the Rise (Michigan Dept. of Agriculture, Aug. 2, 2018) Oakland County, MI- Since July 13, 2018, there have been 49 confirmed cases of canine influenza reported. The cases have occurred in Huron, Kent, Macomb, Oakland, Ottawa and Wayne counties. In all of 2017, there were nine…
Reporter Food: Dessert Drinks at Dino’s Lounge in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 1, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Dino’s Lounge has gotten creative with their drink menu, offering boozy desserts. I go there pretty often to write, and it’s nice to have something yummy to sip on while I do. My favorite is the Banana…
Explore: Favorite Finds at Holly Antiques (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 29, 2018) Holly, MI- Holly Antiques, located at 118 S Saginaw St in Downtown Holly, has been an advertising sponsor of Oakland County Times since they launched with new ownership in April 2017. Every once in a while I like to stop in and see what…
Reporter Food: Manhattan Dawg at Atomic Dawg in Berkley PERMANENTLY CLOSED (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 29, 2018) Berkley, MI – Looking for a yummy hot dog spot, with a cool vibe and quality food? Well, Atomic Dawg at 2705 Coolidge in Downtown Berkley could be for you. I had my first Atomic Dawg last week…
Explore: Blue Water River Walk in Port Huron (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 29, 2018) Port Huron, MI – I spent a drizzly Sunday morning in one of my favorite writing spots – Port Huron. This has all one needs for a beautiful day away, just an hour from SE Oakland County. The Great Lakes Maritime…
Reporter Food: The Robert Burns at Afton Tea Room (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 27, 2018) Plymouth, MI – A lovely afternoon was spent with a friend at the Sweet Afton Tea Room in Downtown Plymouth recently. The flowery décor and mixed tea cups gave lots to look at and a warm atmosphere. I had a…
Reporter Food: Fajitas at Mojave Cantina in Clawson (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Clawson, MI – Mojave Cantina in Clawson was a great choice for a pre-meeting feast. I ordered their steak fajitas which came sizzling hot on a cast iron pan that included peppers and onions. The other toppings were also fresh and…
Miss Oakland County Vivian Zhong will Compete for Miss Michigan Title (Miss Oakland County, July 17, 2018) Rochester, Northville, MI — Vivian Zhong, 21, of Northville was crowned Miss Oakland County 2018 at the annual pageant held July 14, 2018 at Oakland University’s Dodge Auditorium. The new Miss Oakland County won a $1,150 education scholarship…
Reporter Food: Pineapple Upside Down French Toast at Breakfast Club (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – In the mood for something sweet and unique? The Breakfast Club in Madison Heights and Clawson offer a variety of fancy breakfasts, including soft thick fresh baked french toast. My recent choice was the pineapple…
Reporter Food: Pineapple Upside Down French Toast at Breakfast Club (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – In the mood for something sweet and unique? The Breakfast Club in Madison Heights and Clawson offer a variety of fancy breakfasts, including soft thick fresh baked french toast. My recent choice was the pineapple…
Reporter Food: Toast ‘n Jams in Muskegon Muskegon, MI -One of the great things about traveling around Michigan is finding memorable dining experiences. Toast ‘n Jams in Muskegon is exactly the kind of place for an out of town writer to be inspired. Earlier this year I paid a visit and ordered their German Omelette,…
Reporter Food: Boxty at Blackthorn Pub (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 7, 2018) Holly, MI- In addition to a regular menu of delicious items, Blackthorn Pub in Downtown Holly offers specials that regularly change. I recently had Boxty, which was an Irish potato pancake stuffed with a mix of roasted mushrooms, kale, and whiskey cream sauce…
Reporter Food: Legs’s Inn on Lake Michigan (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 2, 2018) Cross Village, MI- A recent up north excursion led to one of the most interesting Reporter Food meals ever. Thirty Minutes south west of Mackinaw City, in an area high on dunes, is a beautiful place called Cross Village. Overlooking Lake Michigan…
SMART Transit Millage Renewal on Aug. 7 Ballot (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 1, 2018) Oakland County, MI- On Aug. 7, 2018 voters in Oakland County will be asked to renew a millage that funds public transportation. This is NOT the millage for the Regional Transit Authority. This IS for a continuation of SMART services already…
After Series of Attacks, Troy Fire Removes Baby Cooper Hawk (Troy Fire Dept, June 26, 2018) Troy, MI- A nesting pair of Cooper’s Hawks had been attacking residents on Hempstead Street in Troy for some time. After multiple citizens were injured from these attacks, and with no one in which to turn, a firefighter from…
Reporter Food: Pub Burger & Poutine under a Palm Tree at M-Brew (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 26, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Yesterday I had the good fortune to sit in a shady corner of a wrap around porch, sipping a fruity drink and writing with a view of a palm tree. This experience is often…
Reporter Food: Pollo a la Brasa and More at Culantro in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 20, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Peruvian fare has made its way to Downtown Ferndale with the new Peruvian polleria Culantro at 22939 Woodward Ave. It was a great place for a lunchtime meetup with a friend, though neither of…
Reporter Food: Dakota Inn Rathskeller in Detroit (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2018) Detroit, MI – In Germany, a rathskeller is a beer hall or pub in a basement where folks could gather together and discuss community issues and gossip, while drinking strong beer, and sometimes singing. Yes, singing. At 17324 John R St in…