Ferndale Area Chamber Gives Awards, and Receives One As Well

Ferndale Area Chamber Gives Awards, and Receives One As Well (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 10, 2013) The Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce is giving and receiving this month as awards abound.  The business-driven organization held their annual awards ceremony on Nov. 7, recognizing outstanding members in several categories. On top of that, the Chamber was…

Senator Gregory Coffee Hours November 14th in Ferndale

Senator Gregory Coffee Hours November 14th in Ferndale (Vincent Gregory Press Release, Nov. 10, 2013) State Senator Vincent Gregory (D-Southfield) is inviting members of the community to join him for coffee and conversation regarding state and community issues on Thursday, November 14, 2013, in Ferndale. This will be an excellent and convenient opportunity for Ferndale…

View: Ferndale Fights for Fair Funding for our Schools

View: Ferndale Fights for Fair Funding for our Schools (Karen Twomey, Nov. 8, 2013) I am writing you as a board member, teacher, parent, neighbor and friend of education. Recently, Michigan State University’s Education Policy Center published a school finance analysis for our state which describes a crisis of long-term disinvestment, demographic shifts, and structural…

Just 4 Kicks Fundraiser Shows Ferndale Parent Talent

Just 4 Kicks Fundraiser Shows Ferndale Parent Talent (C. Proxmire, Nov. 3, 2013) JFK parents and supporters pulled together Saturday night for a fundraiser full of love and hilarity.  Just for Kicks was held at The Loving Touch and raised money for the school’s camp program. Teachers dressed up in 80s garb and did the…

Get Your Bid In: Hazel Park Schools Selling Buses

Get Your Bid In: Hazel Park Schools Selling Buses (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 2, 2013) Hazel Park Schools is selling some of its buses.  Sealed bids are being accepted until 3:30pm on Nov. 18. The 18 passenger vehicles are 1993 Thomas Built-International Chassis with diesel engines and automatic transmissions. Mileage is approximately 140,600 and the…

Sheriff Bouchard Gives Hunter Safety Tips

Sheriff Bouchard Gives Hunter Safety Tips (Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard Press Release, Nov. 2, 2013) With deer hunting season rapidly approaching, many sportsmen and women will take advantage of the opportunity to share time with their friends, relax, and enjoy the outdoors. The hunting season offers much in the way of sportsmanship and camaraderie,…

FS-PTSA Fall and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair Nov. 9

FS-PTSA Fall and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair Nov. 9 (Ernest Truant, Nov. 8, 2013) Want to support the Ferndale School’s PTSA, and check out some great gift ideas?  The Annual Fall and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair takes place Nov. 9 from 10am to 5pm at Ferndale High School. Tickets are $1, and kids 10 and under are free.  Strollers are…

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures (Ernest Truant, Oct. 30, 2013) The Ferndale Elementary PTA held their annual Halloween Fun Night on Oct. 25. K-6 students from Coolidge and Kennedy got together at Coolidge for games, contests, candy and other Halloween-themed fun. Thanks to the Ferndale Elementary PTA for providing pictures. Learn more about…

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures (Ernest Truant, Oct. 30, 2013) The Ferndale Elementary PTA held their annual Halloween Fun Night on Oct. 25. K-6 students from Coolidge and Kennedy got together at Coolidge for games, contests, candy and other Halloween-themed fun. Thanks to the Ferndale Elementary PTA for providing pictures. Learn more about…

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures (Ernest Truant, Oct. 30, 2013) The Ferndale Elementary PTA held their annual Halloween Fun Night on Oct. 25. K-6 students from Coolidge and Kennedy got together at Coolidge for games, contests, candy and other Halloween-themed fun. Thanks to the Ferndale Elementary PTA for providing pictures. Learn more about…

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures

Ferndale Elementary PTA Halloween Fun Night Pictures (Ernest Truant, Oct. 30, 2013) The Ferndale Elementary PTA held their annual Halloween Fun Night on Oct. 25. K-6 students from Coolidge and Kennedy got together at Coolidge for games, contests, candy and other Halloween-themed fun. Thanks to the Ferndale Elementary PTA for providing pictures. Learn more about…