BOSS Interview: David Garcia of Affirmations
“One day I might be talking about something as important as eliminating conversion therapy in Michigan and the next hour I’m up on the roof looking at an HVAC system that’s about to give out,” he said.
Oct 14-16 – Motor City Comic Con Featuring Alice Cooper
The Fall 2022 Motor City Comic Con will be taking place Friday, October 14 – Sunday, October 16 at the Suburban Collection Showplace located at 46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, Michigan.
Explore: Pictures from the Detroit People Mover
Enjoy the pictures below and consider your own Detroit People Mover Tour, as well as taking time to…
Oak Park Has Lots to Celebrate in State of the City Address
Oak Park is “a city that isn’t afraid to try new concepts, think outside the box and simply just go for it!” she said. “We have a lot to be proud of Oak Park!”
Reporter Food: The Red Hook in Detroit and Downtown Ferndale
Operating with a walk-up window since the pandemic, The Red Hook remains a popular spot for customers to grab coffee and baked goods in Downtown Ferndale.
Exiled to Motown Exhibit Shares Stories of Japanese Struggles in the US
The items reflect the journey of the community throughout Michigan,
Building Bridges: Ferndale Mayor Earns Spirit of Detroit Award
I view my position as one that strives to improve the quality of life for not only my Ferndale residents but also residents in adjacent cities such as Detroit’s neighborhoods that border 8 Mile.
Housing Needs & Placemaking at Forefront of 8 Mile & Woodward Collaborations
“We’re trying to build something here that lasts, that is consistent, and that will be effective in responding to the actual conditions.”
Benevolent Texting, Censorship, and Snorkeldorf: The Story Behind…
Benevolent Texting, Censorship, and Snorkeldorf: The Story Behind a Billboard in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 14, 2019) Ferndale, MI- Like many roadways across the county, Woodward Avenue is lined with billboards. As people make their way along such roads, their journey is dotted with images of attorneys promising to fight for their clients. With…
Developers Continue to Refine Plans for 34 Acre Site at 8 Mile and Pinecrest
Developers Continue to Refine Plans for 34 Acre Site at 8 Mile and Pinecrest (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 18, 2018) Ferndale, MI- The Ferndale Planning Commission heard updated preliminary plans for 34-acre former Hayes Lemmerz location at 8 Mile Road and Pinecrest which would bring a community full of homes, apartments, and other amenities to…
From Royal Oak Apartment Lavender Field to CSA Bouquets
From Royal Oak Apartment Lavender Field to CSA Bouquets (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 31, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – What started as just a unique cooperative concept is blossoming into a beautiful partnership that’s bringing joy to people in Detroit and Royal Oak. Earlier this month we brought you word that Detroit based nonprofit ABloom…
Man Dead in Crash Near State Fair
Man Dead in Crash Near State Fair (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 20, 2017) Detroit, MI – A 72-year-old man was killed at about 2:30pm Monday when a vehicle with two women in it struck his red pickup truck on Woodward Ave. near State Fair. According to a report by Fox 2, police had attempted to…
Gobble Gobble Give Massive Feed the Homeless Effort Nov. 24
Gobble Gobble Give Massive Feed the Homeless Effort Nov. 24 (EVENT page) Detroit, MI – This will be our 1st year in Detroit… Last year we Fed, Clothed, and gave Hope to almost 17,000 people who were down on their luck in different cities across the U.S… This year our goal is to serve…
Ferndale: Hilton Fall Festival Oct. 8
Ferndale: Hilton Fall Festival Oct. 8 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – It’s time for hayrides & Fall family fun! It’s time for hayrides, trick or treating and lots of fun for the whole family! The Ferndale Recreation Department is hard is hard at work preparing for the event this year at the Activity Center…
ArtWorks Detroit to Benefit Matrix MAC Health Oct. 7
ArtWorks Detroit to Benefit Matrix MAC Health Oct. 7 (EVENT page) Detroit, MI – ArtWorks 2016 21st Annual ArtWorks Detroit Friday, October 7, 6-11:45pm 460 W. Baltimore, Detroit, MI CCS, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education presents original Works of Art by 150 Artists. With live and silent auctions, appetizers, drinks and desserts…
Look for Weekend Events at oc115.com Event Page
Look for Weekend Events at oc115.com Event Page (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 18, 2016) Oakland County, MI – Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Our oc115.com Event Page is a nice collection of events that might appeal to our readers. This is a great page to keep bookmarked, or you can always find…
Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade Pictures 2016
Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade Pictures 2016 (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 28, 2016) Madison Heights, MI – The annual Madison Heights Memorial Day Parade took place Saturday with a procession moving north on John R. from 12 Mile to 13 Mile and ending at City Hall. For pictures from last year see https://oaklandcounty115.com/2015/05/23/madison-heights-memorial-day-parade-pics-2015/ For info…
Reporter Food: A First Timer Tries Detroit Bubble Tea
Reporter Food: A First Timer Tries Detroit Bubble Tea (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 9, 2016) Ferndale, MI – This one time while visiting a Chinese bakery a friend of mine’s kid got a “bubble tea.” It was made out of iced green tea and little tapioca balls at the bottom. At the time I was…
DRIVE Group Advocates at County Commission Meeting for Public Transit
DRIVE Group Advocates at County Commission Meeting for Public Transit (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 21, 2016) Pontiac, MI – Members of an interfaith group called DRIVE (Detroit Regional Interfaith Voice for Equity) spoke Thursday to the County Commission about the upcoming ballot measure to fund regional public transit through Metro Detroit. Ballot language is not…
Ferndale Denies Business License Renewal to 8 Wood Motel
Ferndale Denies Business License Renewal to 8 Wood Motel (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 14, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Ferndale City Council voted Monday night to deny the operating license renewal for the 8 Wood Motel on 8 Mile just west of Woodward. The 8 Wood is located just up the street from the Motorama, which…