Pleasant Ridge Issues DTE Tree Trimming Information (City of Pleasant Ridge, Aug. 6, 2015) DTE is in several communities doing tree trimming. This information is from the City of Pleasant Ridge, but may be useful for surrounding cities as well: The City has received word from DTE that they will soon be starting tree work…
Pontiac Election: A Perfect Example of Why Voter Turnout Matters (Guest View by Kurt Metzger, Detroit’s Data Guru, Aug. 5, 2015) Yesterday, voters in the Pontiac School District, which currently is under a consent agreement with the state to address a massive deficit, asked voters to allow for the creation of a special fund —…
Dream Cruise 2015: Birmingham Event Info – Aug. 15 (event listing, cp) Birmingham is getting ready for the world’s largest one-day automotive event, the Woodward Dream Cruise. It’s the time of year when 40,000+ classic cars and more than one million people line Woodward Avenue to celebrate the automobile. The Birmingham Cruise Event, scheduled for…
State Rep Hosting Town Hall on Redistricting Aug. 12 (event listing) State Representative for the 27th District Robert Wittenberg will be hosting a “Town Hall” on Wednesday, August 12th at the Berkley High School Collaborative Center (2325 Catalpa Dr.). This event begins at 6:30 p.m. and will cover topics including redistricting, gerrymandering and proposals…
Election Results: HP Police Millage Passes, Losses in Pontiac and Madison School Districts (C. Proxmire, Aug. 4, 2015) Hazel Park Election results are in, with Hazel Park voters supporting police services with a 10-year 2.8 mil assessment. The millage will bring in about $431,000 and is the main source of funding for police services. This…
CN Rail Agrees to Quiet Zone, New Entrance in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 3, 2015) Discussions between The City of Ferndale and Canadian National Railroad (CN) have led to a couple of changes that residents are likely to notice. A public meeting was held Monday to talk about what residents can expect and…
Pontiac: Shoot Out During Robbery Sends Two Men to Hospital (Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept, Aug. 4, 2015) INCIDENT: 14:39 hrs. – Aug 4, 2015) City of Pontiac – Attempted Armed Robbery/Shooting #15-124495 SUMMARY: Deputies were dispatched to the 30 block of Stowell Street for a shooting victim. Upon their arrival, deputies observed a trail of…
Body of Southfield Fire Chief Found by Dive Team(City of Southfield Press release, Aug. 3, 2015) We are sorry to report that Southfield Fire Chief Keith Rowley drowned in a boating accident on July 31 on Lake St. Clair in Macomb County. The city of Southfield extends its deepest condolences to the family of Fire…
With Election Tuesday, Pontiac Activists Try to Drive Home Votes (C. Proxmire, Aug. 2, 2015) Pontiac School Board President Brenda Carter wanted to remind people to get out and vote on Tuesday. There is a 2.87 mil sinking fund millage proposal on the ballot to be used for building repairs in the school district. So…
Interview: William “Bill” White, Candidate for Ferndale City Council (video) (C. Proxmire, Aug. 2, 2015) William “Bill” White said now that his kids are taking over the family business, he’s looking to get involved in the community and help keep Ferndale the way it is. That’s why he’s decided to throw his hat in the…
Clarkston City Council Candidate Forum Sept. 17 (event listing) Thursday, September 17, 2015 7:00 PM Clarkston Independence District Library 6495 Clarkston Rd. Clarkston, MI 48346 City of the Village of Clarkston: City Council. Local elections are coming up November 3, and the League of Women Voters is hosting candidate forums in several communities through Oakland…
Royal Oak: Washington Ave. Ribbon Cutting & Sidewalk Celebration Aug. 20 Join us for the Washington Avenue Ribbon Cutting & Sidewalk Celebration Thursday, August 20 from 5 – 7p Ribbon Cutting at 4th & Washington at 5:30p Sidewalk Celebration Food Court with Appetizers provided by: Lily’s Seafood Five15 Media Gayle’s Chocolates Pronto The Crepe Washington…
Southfield Fire Chief Keith Rowley Missing After Falling From Boat (City of Southfield Press Release, Aug. 1, 2015) Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham reports that Southfield Fire Chief Rowley, who is a 58-year-old Milford resident, went overboard from a 40-foot vessel at approximately 7:12 p.m. on July 31. Deputies with the Macomb County Sheriff’s Marine…
Ferndale Creates a Demo Garden for Native Vegetation (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 31, 2015) Dotted with bright yellow Black Eyed Susans and a spattering of blue Blazing Stars, the newly planted demo garden in front of Ferndale City Hall has replaced what was once a plain patch of grass. The change in landscaping is not…
Oakland County Spotlights Leader Dogs for the Blind (Oakland County Blog, Aug 1, 2015) The Leader Dogs for the Blind success story began in 1939, when it was founded by three Detroit-area Lions Club members. They began their new venture on a small, leased farm in Rochester Hills, Michigan and that’s where they remain today. Since…
Clawson: Senior Brigade Town Hall on Investment Fraud Aug. 7 (State Rep. Martin Howrylak) Once again I am partnering with the Michigan Attorney General’s office to host a Senior Brigade Town Hall on Friday, August 7. The subject is “Investment Fraud – presenting the tools to help check out the seller and product before investing…
Ferndale: Green Cruise Aug 8, 2015 (event listing) The 11th Annual Sierra Club-sponsored Green Cruise on Saturday, August 8th, 2015 in downtown Ferndale, MI, is held on Nine Mile Road (blocked off) immediately east of Woodward from 10 am to 2 pm. The Green Cruise celebrates walking, biking, running, hiking, skateboarding, rollerblading, and other forms…
Rochester’s Paint a Miracle to Exhibit in Ferndale’s Level One Gallery, Reception Aug. 21 (event listing) Three years ago, Carol Cameron was asked to be a visiting artist at Paint a Miracle, a local art studio uniquely designed for individuals living with disabilities. After spending a few months working with Paint a Miracle artists, Carol…
Huntington Woods Movies in Park: Lego Movie Aug. 4 (Event Listing) Movies in the Park Begin in August Two movies will be shown in Scotia Park beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) starting in August. August 4th will feature “The Lego Movie” and “Spiderman 2” will be shown on August 11th. Join your neighbors and support…
Huntington Woods Movies in Park: Spiderman 2 Aug. 11 (Event Listing) Two movies will be shown in Scotia Park beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) starting in August. August 4th will feature “The Lego Movie” and “Spiderman 2” will be shown on August 11th. Join your neighbors and support the Tri-Community Coalition who will be…