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Category Archives: Southfield

Top Baby Names for 2024 Announced, With Popular Names Carrying On

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 22, 2025

Parents apply for their child’s Social Security card when they are born, making the agency America’s top source for baby names.

Southfield Mayor Gives Actress Selma Blair Key to the City

Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 20, 2025

Selma James Blair is an iconic on-screen personality, fashion figure, and activist whose remarkable career spans several decades.

WB I-696 in Oak Park Area Reopens

Berkley, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 17, 2025

WB I-696 has reopened from I-75 to M-10, earlier than the scheduled Monday, 5/19 date

Local Journalism Needs Your Support

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, 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, 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 PublisherMay 17, 2025

We are here to prove that quality journalism can make a difference, and we invite you to be a part of it.

Community-Wide Yard Sale Dates Across Oakland County

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, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, 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, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 16, 2025

Many Oakland County cities, villages and townships host multi-day garage/yard/rummage sales

Oakland County Cities and Townships See Population Gains According to Census Update

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, 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, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 15, 2025

Oakland County’s gain was distributed across ALL 51 cities and townships.

Governor Signs Bills Increasing Disclosures for Public Officials

Madison Hts., Novi, Orchard Lake, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 15, 2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed two bills that will increase transparency and good governance in Michigan by clarifying and expanding reporting requirements for candidates and elected officials.

Michigan Treasury Urges Residents to Search for Unclaimed Property on Updated Website

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, 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, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 13, 2025

Michigan Unclaimed Property is the custodian of millions of dollars in lost or forgotten assets, including dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, stock certificates, and valuables left in abandoned safe deposit boxes.

Hate Crimes Town Hall Focused Not Just on Prosecution, But on Prevention

Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Civics, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake, Slide, Southfield, Troy, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 12, 2025

These are messaging crimes, and we need to send a message back.

Oak Park’s World Dance Day Celebrates Cultures, Local Talent

Berkley, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 10, 2025

“At a time when so much divides us, dance unites us as one world celebrating diversity, sharing love and art of other cultures.”

June 5 – Southfield Mayor’s State of the City Address

Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 10, 2025

Southfield Mayor Dr. Ken Siver will deliver his 2025 State of the City Address on Thursday, June 5 from 2-5 p.m. at Lear Corporation World Headquarters

Over 1,000 Residents See Savings on Student Loan Debt Thanks to Oakland County Program

Berkley, Beverly Hills, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Northville, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Slide, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 9, 2025

“We’re lowering costs, helping people reduce or eliminate student debt, and together making our local economy stronger.”

State Now Requires Blood Testing for Lead in Children

Auburn Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2025

Lead exposure can come from many sources including paint in homes built before 1978, dust, soil, drinking water from older plumbing, jobs or hobbies that involve lead and some imported goods.

Farmers Markets in Oakland County

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, 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, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2025

Craving the best fruits and vegetables of the season? Look no further than one of the many Oakland County Farmers Markets.

County Commissioners Introduce Ethics and Financial Disclosure Resolutions

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Ferndale, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2025

A pair of resolutions introduced to the Oakland County Board of Commissioner’s Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee would provide mechanisms for ethics complaints of county employees and financial disclosure requirements for county elected officials, if approved.

Southfield Appoints Joey Thorington as New Fire Chief

Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2025

Fire Chief Thorington retired from the City of Dearborn Fire Department after 27 years of service with his last three years as the department’s Fire Chief.

Oakland County Launches Online Survey About How to Use HUD Funds

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Milford, Northville, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 3, 2025

Here’s how to complete the questionnaire.

Oakland County’s 40 Under 40 Announced

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, 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, Milford, Northville, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 1, 2025

“This program continues to highlight the people who are transforming Oakland County for the better,” Coulter said. “Each year, I’m inspired by their dedication and the energy they bring to public service, the arts, education, and business”

Farmington Hills Council Adopts Plan to Cull Deer and Have Public Safety Officers Participate in Hunts

Farmington/Farmington Hills, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 29, 2025

After years of discussion and research, Farmington Hills City Council has voted on a plan of action for deer population management

36 Fugitives Arrested as Part of Oakland County Sheriff’s Office’s Operation Egg Hunt

Auburn Hills, Beverly Hills, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Groveland Twp., Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Slide, Southfield, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 28, 2025

Five teams of investigators who specialize in apprehending fugitives with a history of violent criminal activity arrested 36 felons last week as part of Operation Egg Hunt.

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