Reporter Food: Bacon n’ Brie Hotcakes at The Laundry in Fenton (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 23, 2018) Fenton, MI – Ah, breakfast. The time for sweet and savory combinations created by restaurants trying to outdo each other in uniqueness. The Laundry in Fenton is one of those places where the items on the menu make…
2018 Candidate Interview: Nicole Wilson for Troy School Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 22, 2018) Troy, MI- Nicole Wilson is running for Trustee of Troy School Board. There are three people running for three positions. Also on the ballot are Gary Hauff and Karl Schmidt. This is a nonpartisan position with a six year term. Check…
Explore: Robert H. Long Nature Park in Commerce Twp (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 22, 2018) Commerce Township, MI – Former Commerce Township Supervisor Robert H. Long was passionate about nature and the creation of spaces to protect it. That’s why the Robert H. Long Nature Park bears his name. And it is, indeed, an oasis.…
Female Leaders Share Advice at Lathrup Village Luncheon (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 10, 2018) Lathrup Village, MI- Lathrup Village Councilperson Donna Stallings urged women to be “BOLD.” “Bend but don’t break. Own our power. Be a Legacy Leader. And Dominate whatever your calling is,” she said. Stallings was part of a luncheon panel on Friday…
Fun Times at HollyDays Festival (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 10, 2018) Holly, MI- The Holly community came together over the weekend for three days of community spirit and fun for the HollyDays Festival. Events included a Color Run to raise money for the Holly Area Community Coalition, a parade with over 50 entries, vendor booths,…
2018 Candidate Interview: Dan Christ for Judge of Circuit Court (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 10, 2018) Oakland County, MI- Dan Christ is running for Circuit Court Judge in the Sixth Circuit. This is a county-wide non-partisan position. The election is Nov. 6, 2018. Also on the ballot is Jake Cunningham. Check out the interview with Christ…
Ferndale Garden Club Mum Sale Fundraiser Sept. 15 Ferndale, MI – The Ferndale Garden Club will host their annual mum sale to raise money for a Blue Star Memorial. The sale will be held on Saturday, September 15, from noon to 4 p.m. at two Ferndale locations: Kulick Community Center (1201 Livernois) and the Ferndale…
Highland Fall Festival Oct 6 Highland, MI- Highland Fall Festival featuring a pancake breakfast (starting at 9 am), kids zone, crafts, artists and makers as well as a chili cook-off. Join us at the Highland Township Field from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, Oct. 6. More info: FACEBOOK ****** Visit the Event Page for other…
Explore: The Parks Over I-696 in Oak Park (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 6, 2018) Oak Park, MI- Driving along I-696 between Lincoln and Coolidge in Oak Park and Southfield, one might not even realize they are driving underneath parks – complete with trees, pathways, and playground equipment. Two of those parks – Victoria Park and…
County and Local Officials Learn About Human Trafficking Prevention (Sam Gurwin, Sept. 5, 2018) Farmington Hills, MI- Theresa Rich & Samantha Steckloff of the Farmington HIlls City Council were sparked to educate the public on the local level on the challenge of stopping Human Trafficking after they attended a panel on the subject and noticed…
Oakland Integrated Healthcare Network Expanding Substance Use Disorders Services (OIHN, Aug. 29, 2018) Pontiac, MI- Oakland Integrated Healthcare Network (OIHN), the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Oakland County, is expanding its practice to include substance use disorder treatment by offering Medication Assisted Treatment. OIHN service expansion comes after its operational site visit from…
Reporter Food: Corned Beef Omelette at Omelette and Waffle Cafe in Northville (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 25, 2018) Northville, Plymouth, MI – As you might guess from the name, Omelette and Waffle Café in Northville (and also in Plymouth) specializes in breakfast/brunch. They do have a good selection of lunchtime items too, but they are…
Explore: Garden of Healing & Renewal, McLaren Clarkston (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 19, 2018) Clarkston, MI – McLaren Clarkston has an enchanting bit of nature mixed with man-made comforts inside their Garden of Healing and Renewal, which is located across from the hospital at Sashabaw Road and Bow Pointe Drive. The flowery landscaping around the…
Reporter Food: Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sliders at Detroit Fleat (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 19, 2018) Ferndale, MI – I’m combining a couple visits together for this Reporter Food column, because really the noteworthy thing about Detroit Fleat in Ferndale is the mix of food choices. That’s because Fleat is actually a restaurant with a food…
Huntington Woods Surprises Former Mayor with Name on Community Center (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 12, 2018) Huntington Woods, MI- “Whoa!” That’s what former Huntington Woods Mayor Ron Gillham said when surprised with the news that his name was placed in limestone above the Gillham Recreation Center that he helped get constructed during his time in…
What Caused the Oakland County Ballot Shortage, What to Expect in November (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 10, 2018) Pontiac, MI- Several communities in Oakland County fell short of ballots during Tuesday’s Primary Election, leaving many to wonder what happened and what could be done to avoid this in the future. Clerks at the municipal level…
Neighborly Competition Drives Voter Turnout Challenge between PR & HW (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 10, 2018) Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, MI – The Mayors of two of Oakland County’s smaller cities are hoping to increase voter turnout with a neighborly competition – and a $1,000 prize. Pleasant Ridge Mayor Kurt Metzger often analyzes election data,…
How’d Your Community Do? Voter Turnout Rates Throughout Oakland County (Kurt Metzger, Crystal Proxmire, Aug. 8, 2018) Oakland County, MI- The numbers are in for the Aug. 7, 2018 Primary Election, and data guru Kurt Metzger has compiled a list of communities ranked by voter turnout percentages. Huntington Woods took the top spot Tuesday, with…
2018 Primary Election Results and Voter Selfies (Compiled, Aug. 7, 2018) Oakland County, MI – Here are some of Oakland County’s election results. For the most up to date numbers visit the Oakland County Clerk’s page. Scroll down to check out our collection of “I Voted” sticker selfies! BALLOT PROPOSALS SMART renewal – Pass (total…
Ballot Shortages Hinder Elections in Oakland County (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 7, 2018) Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, and Pontiac, MI- Voters in multiple communities are reporting ballot shortages when they showed up to their local precincts. Among those impacted are Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, and Pontiac, MI. Some voters…