13 Monologues + One Speech, Ferndale Theatre’s “Got Rights”…
Twelve FHS students rehearsed individually with director Kelly Komlen over Zoom for several weeks and one by one video-recorded their parts on the high school stage on a recent Sunday.
Seconds Mean Safety for Wheelchair Users Crossing Woodward
Everything seemed to converge at once, with rapid communication between MDOT, city staff at Ferndale, and myself, to identify what we needed to recommend to fix this.
State Allows Sports to Resume with Masks Beginning Feb. 8
Safety protocols like wearing masks and testing will help keep kids, coaches and families safe.
Zoom Now Has Free Live Transcription/ Closed Captioning Option
In a step toward online inclusion Zoom has added a new feature, live transcription.
Valentine’s Gifts that Support Ferndale Pride
Blumz by JRDesigns, The Candle Wick Shoppe, Elaine B. Jewelry and LIVFerndale have stepped up as the first group of small businesses to help raise funds for Ferndale Pride in 2021.
Veterans in Oakland County Invited to Apply for COVID Assistance Grants
The grants can be used for eligible food, utility, property taxes and personal care expenses.
Southbound I-75 Closed Overnight Due to Truck Hitting Overpass
Every effort will be made to open southbound I-75 prior to morning rush hour (Thursday, Feb. 4). It is unknown if the Savanah overpass will be open by tomorrow morning.
Fiery Crash Blocks I-696 Monday Morning
It is unclear what caused the crash or if there are any injuries
Michigan Hosting Kids Earth Day Poster Contest, Environmental Awards
The deadline for both contests to submit entries is February 28, 2021.
Ferndale to Fly Pan African Flag for Month of February
“The Pan African/Afro -American flag symbolizes strength, determination and invaluable contributions made by black and brown people over the course of history
Meghan Evoy Appointed to Fill Ferndale Library Board Vacancy
“Evoy stood out to the Board for her leadership capabilities as a school principal, along with her enthusiastic commitment to both the library and the Ferndale Community.”
Ferndale Schools MLK Peace Walk Tradition Marches On
The families held signs and marched around the building and down the block to celebrate peaceful protest, solidarity, and racial justice.
Winter Driving Safety Tips
Here are some winter driving tips courtesy of the Birmingham Police…
City of Ferndale Welcomes New Fire Chief Teresa Robinson
Chief Robinson’s tenure will begin on Monday, February 1.
Crossing at Woodward Leads to Talks About Timing, Technology, and Priorities
In early October, I wrote a letter to the MDOT Director inquiring why the light timing had changed without the involvement of city administration.
Students’ Environmental Art Featured on Water Resource Calendars
Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water
Driver Turns Onto Tracks, Vehicle Struck by Train in Ferndale
A vehicle was traveling northbound on Hilton and turned westbound onto the train tracks Saturday evening.
Indoor Dining Begins Feb. 1, With Limitations
The order will allow for indoor dining at restaurants with certain requirements
Police Warn: Phone Scammers Claim to be From DTE
If you suspect the call may be fraudulent, hang up and call DTE at their toll-free number 800-477-4747. Ask to be connected to a customer service representative and explain to them what occurred.
Proposed Raymond E. Shepherd House Aiming for Low Income LGBTQ Seniors
Several leaders in the LGBTQ community and housing advocates joined in the Planning Commission on Wednesday via Zoom to express support for the project.