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Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Events, 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 Publisher July 10, 2025

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Tigerlily in Downtown Ferndale Launches Weekend Brunch Menu

Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Reporter Food, Royal Oak, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 9, 2025

Aloha brunch is available Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Brunch carryout is currently available in-store order only, with online ordering to be included in the near future.

Recall Petition Launched Against Two Hazel Park School Board Members

Ferndale, Hazel Park, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 8, 2025

A grassroots coalition, the Committee for Ethical Transparency, has initiated a recall petition against two members of the Hazel Park School Board – President Beverly Hinton and Vice President Deborah Laframboise,

Michigan’s Population Continues to Age Faster than the Nation

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 7, 2025

In fact, the number of states and counties where older adults outnumber children is on the rise, especially in sparsely populated areas

Oakland Thrive Accepting Applications for CEO

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, Jobs, 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, White Lake Township, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 6, 2025

The CEO serves as the public face of the organization and works closely with elected officials.

Downtown Ferndale Hosting Market Days July 19 and 20

Ferndale, Hazel Park, Royal Oak, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 6, 2025

Ferndale Market Days is a two-day event featuring various merchant vendors selling clothes, food, jewelry, DJ sounds, a food court, a kids play area, sidewalk sales, and the PATIO Zone.

Royal Oak Adds Thrones, aka Smart Restrooms, for Six Month Trial

Ferndale, Madison Hts., Royal Oak, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 2, 2025

A trio of new toilets are gracing Royal Oak as the city conducts a six-month trial of “Throne” smart restrooms.

Oakland Thrive Restaurant Quest: Zaytoona Mediterranean Grill in Hazel Park

Ferndale, Hazel Park, Madison Hts., Reporter Food, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher July 2, 2025

With support from Oakland Thrive, Oakland County Times Editor and Publisher Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County.

New Book Chronicles Oak Park’s Rise and Rebirth, Sales Benefit Library

Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 30, 2025

That story is one that civic-minded readers from any town could learn from, and of course that any Oak Parker could take pride in.

July 13 – Ferndale Library’s Artist Opening Reception with Linden Godlove

Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 28, 2025

For this special solo show, titled ‘Keep,’ Godlove is bringing together a spectacular survey of new and recent works

Explore: Belle Isle Park in Detroit

Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Explore!, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Holly, Huntington Woods, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Novi, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Slide, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 27, 2025

While it seems like Belle Isle is most famous for it’s giant slide, there is a lot to love on this beautiful Detroit River Island, especially for nature-lovers like me.

Latest Data: Births and Deaths in Oakland County, Statewide

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 25, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released preliminary birth and death data for 2024.

Municipalities Can Apply for Invasive Species and Habitat Project Grants

Berkley, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Ferndale, Franklin, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 24, 2025

Past grant projects have supported native plant restoration efforts, invasive species treatments, boot brush stations, raingarden plantings, prescribed burns, research projects and more.

Oakland County Celebrates 25 Years of Main Street Program

Berkley, Birmingham, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Oak Park, Oxford, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Uncategorized, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 23, 2025

Each year MSOC participants gather to celebrate successes, and this year the Main Event was extra special as it celebrated 25 years of this effort.

Ten Students Earn Scholarships from Pleasant Ridge Woman’s Club

Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 22, 2025

All residing within the boundaries of the Ferndale School District as required, four attended Ferndale High School, two Berkley High School, and one each from Shrine, Bishop Foley, U of D Jesuit, and Royal Oak high schools.

Oakland County Announces Winners of First Juneteenth Art & Essay Contest

Bloomfield Area Communities, Ferndale, Pontiac, Slide, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 22, 2025

“Freedom means being able to live your life without fear, to speak your mind, and to make your own choices.”

June 30 – After Hours Pool Party for 50 and Older at Red Oaks Waterpark

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Troy, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 21, 2025

On June 30, you can leave your worries, cares and kids at home because we’re throwing an after-hours pool party for adults 50 and older ONLY!

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, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher June 20, 2025

The National Weather Service is predicting a heat wave beginning Saturday morning through Tuesday evening with temperatures in the high 90s and heat indexes over 100.