Local Officials and Admins Gather in Lansing for Michigan Municipal League Capital Conference (C. Proxmire, March 21, 2019) Lansing, MI- Officials and city administrators from across the state gathered in Lansing this week for the Michigan Municipal League Capital Conference. MML provides educational and networking opportunities, including classes on topics that are important to local…
Additional Measles Cases Confirmed in Oakland County (Oakland County Health Dept, March 21, 2019) Pontiac, MI– Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Oakland County Health Division today received confirmation of four additional measles cases in Oakland County. Three other cases are currently under investigation. These cases follow a confirmed travel-related measles case announced…
Reporter Food: Grilled Skinny Jimmy at The Lunch Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 21, 2019) Berkley, MI -When I first went to The Lunch Cafe in September, I met Cindy and Angela Coon – the mother/daughter team responsible for the fine home-style soups and sandwiches that TLC is known for. At that time, Cindy was…
Skilled Trades Get Spotlight in Presidential Hopeful Beto O’Rourke’s Ferndale Visit (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 18, 2019) Ferndale, MI – A former El Paso City Councilperson,whose political career took him to the Texas State House and to Congress before falling shy of taking Senator Ted Cruz’s seat, visited Ferndale as one of his earliest stops…
Reporter Food: Capt’n Crunch Chicken n’ Waffles at Bobcat Bonnie’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 12, 2019) Ferndale, MI- Brunch is a big deal in Downtown Ferndale, and Bobcat Bonnie’s is among the popular destinations. A friend and I went a few weeks ago and were very happy with our breakfasts – and the build-your-own mimosa…
Cerebral Palsy Added to List of Approved Conditions for Medical Marijuana (LARA, March 11, 2019) Lansing, MI- The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) has approved adding Cerebral Palsy to the list of debilitating medical conditions set forth in the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act of 2008. Cerebral Palsy was approved by LARA after the Medical…
Reporter Food: Carrot Cake Oatmeal at LA Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 8, 2019) Waterford Township, MI- I made a healthy choice when I visited the LA Cafe at 5815 Dixie Hwy last weekend, and it ended up being a scrumptious one at that. The special was carrot cake oatmeal, which has julienne carrots, apples,…
Former Students Help Make 94th Birthday Special for Retired Clawson Music Teacher (Lara Mossa, March 8, 2019) BERKLEY – She said the secret to longevity is taking a nap every day and eating good food. “And my kids take good care of me,” said Zenovia Courtney, 93, of Berkley. A former music teacher, Courtney turns…
Waterford Fire Department Has a Firetruck for Sale (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 4, 2019) Waterford, MI- The Waterford Regional Fire Department got a new fire engine in 2018, and now they are letting go of a truck that has helped save lives and property for over 20 years. The 1995 Sutphen Fire Truck is listed…
Pinz for Parks Raises $1,222 for Holly Parks, Fireworks Fund (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 3, 2019) Holly, MI – Andrew Anderson Day, aka Feb. 22, was a hit in Holly as nearly 50 bowlers took to the lanes to raise money for the Village of Holly Parks and the annual fireworks show. Village Officials voted…
Mayors Share Successes in Madison Heights/Hazel Park State of the Cities Address (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 3, 2019) Madison Heights, Hazel Park, MI- The Mayors of Madison Heights and Hazel Park captivated an audience of local business people and community leaders Friday morning with stories of community success. The annual State of the Cities Address…
Cranbrook Science Center Offering Free First Fridays After Five (event listing) Bloomfield Hills, MI- Every month on the first Friday until Jun 07, 2019 except Sep 07, 2018. Friday, March 1, 2019 – 5:00pm to 10:00pm Courtesy of the MASCO Corporation Foundation, the Institute of Science is free after 5pm the first Friday of each…
Royal Oak Art Explored Program Accepting Applications for Public Art Pieces (Royal Oak Commission for the Arts, Feb. 24, 2019) Royal Oak, MI – The Royal Oak Commission for the Arts is excited to announce the 2019 Call for Artist for the Art Explored Program. Artists can find further information at www.romi.gov/arts. Artist have until…
Metro Times, Freep, and Others Fall Victim to Content Theft, Bad Bot Translations (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 21, 2019) Ferndale, MI- Metro Times, Detroit Free Press (Freep), and Clarkston News are among an untold number of publications whose online articles are being ripped off and slightly changed by a website operator profiting from the thefts.…
Common Ground Shares Warning Signs for Suicide (Common Ground, Feb. 22, 2019) Oakland County, MI – Common Ground is a nonprofit organization that helps “move people from crisis to hope.” Among the services they provide is suicide prevention, with a crisis center, chat line, and a helpline. They also shared the following signs to help…
Reporter Food: Kobe Beef Sliders at Sedona Taphouse (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 21, 2019) Troy, MI – A friend and I recently went to Sedona Taphouse at 198 E Big Beaver Rd in Troy for lunch. This is a franchise, but the one in Troy is the only Michigan location. My friend ordered the Cuban,…
Downtown Volunteers Share the Value of Helping Out in Holly (Crystal Proxmire, Feb. 21, 2019) Holly, MI – A recent volunteer open house was met with a massive snow storm, but that didn’t stop a handful of Downtown Holly enthusiasts from gathering to chat about their experiences volunteering. Lori Goldsmith is a Realtor with RE/MAX…
Madison Heights Arts and Cultural Board Helps Grow City’s Creative Spirit (Kymm Clark, Clark’s Fabrication, Madison Heights Arts and Culture Advisory Board, Feb. 18, 2019) Madison Heights, MI – “I just wish I could draw a stick figure…” This is a common expression us creative types hear. It’s the age old assumption that artists are…
Governor Whitmer’s 2019 State of the State Address (Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Feb. 12, 2019) Lansing, MI – Governor Gretchen Whitmer gave her first State of the State Address Tuesday in Lansing. Here’s what she had to say: I am grateful for the opportunity to speak tonight about the growing challenges we face in Michigan,…
Reporter Food: Guampky (Stuffed Cabbage) at Czapski’s Kitchen (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 5, 2019) Milford, MI – “Chop, ski.” That’s how you say the name of the adorable Polish/Mexican restaurant in Downtown Milford called Czapski’s. This friendly restaurant with ample parking, home-cooked meals, and an alligator head for a candy dish was recently my pit…