15 Goals from Ferndale’s New Master Plan (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 20, 2017) Ferndale, MI – What does the future hold for the City of Ferndale? On Wednesday the Planning Commission approved a Master Plan that sets over 180 goals for the next five years, covering everything from land use, recreation, city services and economic…
Ferndalehaus Gets Approval for Phase Two of Development (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 19, 2017) Ferndale, MI – With shovels in the ground for the first phase of construction at the former Save-a-Lot property in Downtown Ferndale, developers of Ferndalehaus are ready to move forward with phase two after getting approval from the Planning Commission on…
Food Truck Restaurant “Detroit Fleat” Coming to Ferndale’s East Side (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 18, 2017) Ferndale, MI – A proposed development could turn the Wing Hing Inn at 1820 E. 9 Mile into a food-truck themed restaurant called “Detroit Fleat.” (Yes, that is the way it’s spelled) Aaron Tye, who owns the food truck…
Discussion Continues on Future of Taft and UHS Properties in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 18, 2017) Ferndale, MI – The planning process continues for two properties in Ferndale that were purchased by Robertson Homes from Ferndale Schools in 2016 after the district closed schools as part of restructuring. The properties are the sites of…
Reporter Food: Bone Marrow & More at Otus Supply (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 18, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Otus Supply in Ferndale continues to amaze as I made my second visit to their uniquely decorated restaurant at 345 E. 9 Mile in Ferndale. There are many small plate menu options, so my friend and I…
Como’s Has First Inspection Since Re-Opening, Offers New Menu & Dance Classes (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 11, 2017) Ferndale, MI – After being shut down by the health department, Como’s Restaurant at 22812 Woodward has been back in business for about 11 weeks. Oakland County 115 News shared with the public the violations that had…
oc115 Featured in MetroMode Article on Independent Journalism (Jan. 13, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Metromode, a website that celebrates Metro Detroit, included The Oakland County 115 News in their feature this week titled “Metro Detroit’s independent local news outlets making the best of a bad time in journalism.” Oc115 was included along with Motor City…
County Commissioners Sworn In (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 11, 2017) Pontiac, MI – The Oakland County Board of Commissioners made their official start to the 2017-2018 term with a swearing in ceremony Wednesday night at the County Commission building in Pontiac. Nineteen of the Commissioners were incumbents that had been re-elected. Two new Commissioners took…
Reporter Food: Chicken Parmesan at Pop’s For Italian (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 9, 2017) Ferndale, MI – It’s been a few days since I went to Pop’s for Italian, yet I’m pretty sure my tummy is still full. It was a comfort food kind of night, and my friend and I both went for a…
Ferndale to Consider St. James Senior Living Proposal (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 7, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Planning continues on a development that would turn the former St. James School and Convent into an assisted living facility. Ferndale City Council is having a public hearing on Monday at 7pm to consider a special land use…
Reporter Food: Beef Tartare & More at Otus Supply (Crystal A. Proxmire, Jan. 3, 2017) Ferndale, MI – A “Rebel Waltz” seemed like the appropriate drink to kick off a night of culinary exploration at the new Otus Supply restaurant in Ferndale. One of many craft cocktails, this one had Flor de Cana Rum, Atsby…
Ferndale Area Chamber Announces New Board Members (FAC, Jan. 2, 2017) Ferndale, MI – The Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced new board members and Executive Board Directors. Congratulations to: Heather Coleman-Voss of Oakland County Michigan Works! Ferndale Benjamin Long of Schmidt & Long, PLLC Aaron Stone of STONE+TEAM Business Consulting Dale Vigliarolo of LakePointe Construction Newly appointed…
Monthly Dinner at Ferndale First Methodist Church Changes Lives (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 29, 2016) Ferndale, MI- When the time was right for Delando Perkins to give up his life of homelessness and addiction, The Ferndale First United Methodist Church gave him the first steps to a better life. Now he volunteers at the church,…
Ring in the New Year at Go Comedy! (EVENT page) Come ring in the New Year with your friends at Go Comedy! Two Shows – 730 and 10pm. 730pm Show includes hors d’oeuvres, prizes, and drink specials! 10pm Show includes food, prizes, specials, and a champagne toast at midnight! We’ll also be up late partying with music, a…
Dino’s Lounge Hosting MiLegalize Fundraiser for New Years Eve (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Dino’s Lounge is hosting MiLegalize for a New Year’s Eve party and fundraiser. Donations are requested. Money raised will help with the effort to legalize marijuana in Michigan. “Come celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Dino’s Lounge in Ferndale –…
New Way Bar: New Year’s Eve with Detroit Hammers (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Come to New Way Bar on New Years Eve to hear the Detroit Hammers. $10 in advance $15 at the door. Doors open at 8pm. New Way Bar is located at 23130 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220 More info: http://www.newwaybar.com/nwb_schedule3.html ******…
Ferndale Garden Club: “Myths and Legends from the Garden” Feb. 9 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – The Ferndale Garden Club has a lively series of speakers for the winter and spring. The public is welcome! Ferndale Garden Club: Presentation on “Myths and Legends from the Garden” by Janet Macunovich. Thursday, February 9, 2017, 7 p.m.…
First United Methodist in Ferndale Open House Dec. 25 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – December 25th First United Methodist will be hosting an open house from 12:30pm till 5pm for anyone who wants to stop by Christmas Day for a light lunch of soup, sandwich, hot drink, snacks, company etc. The social hall of the…
Ferndale Passes Resolutions About DAPL Protests and Bats (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 20, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Fendale City Council passed two resolutions Monday night. One proclaims the city to be bat-friendly and establishes Oct. 31 as “The Night of the Bat.” The other resolution “proclaims support for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s opposition to…
Ferndale Housing Commission Sets New Vision, Seeks Board Member UPDATED (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 16, 2016) Ferndale, MI – As Ferndale Housing Commission Director Heather Van Poucker prepares for her presentation to City Council on Monday, her main thought is on the residents of the housing program and how to show that they are the…