Downtowns Across Oakland County Come Together to Learn about Trends, Share Ideas
Main Street program managers across Oakland County gathered on Nov. 22 to get inspired by national leadership and to learn from each other.
Spirit of Main Street Grants Help Holly, Ortonville, Rochester, and Wixom
“Genisys understands the importance of supporting small businesses in our downtowns and its financial commitment helps ensure they remain vital and attractive destinations.”
New Ferndale Bench Adds Ambiance, Seating, and Safety
The bench serves as both a place to sit, and as a giant flower bed where the blossoms are are brilliant as the rainbow flags donned by the center near by it.
Drink Outside in Ferndale’s New PATIO Zones, Opening May 6
The new Ferndale PATIO Zones launch on May 6 so you can “Pay and Take It Outside!”
Lake Orion DDA’s Pam Belding Leaves to Pursue Writing Career
My decision to resign was made knowing I’m leaving Lake Orion in their very capable hands.
MML #4: Planning Makes Downtown Revival Happen
MML #4: Planning Makes Downtown Revival Happen (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 21, 2018) Grand Rapids, MI- Downtowns across Michigan vary. Some are desolate ghost towns, bypassed by highways and snubbed for big box stores. While others are vibrant centers of community life. Thriving downtowns do not happen by accident, and while there can be…
Oakland County Celebrates Main Street Success Stories
Oakland County Celebrates Main Street Success Stories (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 12, 2018) Pontiac, MI – The superheroes of downtowns throughout Oakland County gathered at the Strand Theater in Pontiac Thursday evening for the annual “Main Event,” recognizing accomplishments of communities in the Main Street Oakland County program. The program provides planning, resources and sharing…
Oakland County Celebrates Main Street Success Stories
Oakland County Celebrates Main Street Success Stories (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 12, 2018) Pontiac, MI – The superheroes of downtowns throughout Oakland County gathered at the Strand Theater in Pontiac Thursday evening for the annual “Main Event,” recognizing accomplishments of communities in the Main Street Oakland County program. The program provides planning, resources and sharing…
MML#6 – The Future of DDA and TIF Funding
MML#6 – The Future of DDA and TIF Funding (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 13, 2017) Lansing, MI – There are 640 TIF Authorities through the state, and sometimes their value gets questioned when budgets get tight. As the Michigan Legislature discusses potential change to the Downtown Development Authority Act and other Tax Increment Funding (TIF)…
Pirate Day Gives Kids a Chance to Explore Downtown Holly
Pirate Day Gives Kids a Chance to Explore Downtown Holly (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 1, 2016) Holly, MI – The cozy historic strip of Saginaw Street that makes up Downtown Holly was reportedly over-run by pirates Friday evening. Thankfully they were only children (and some adults) dressed up like pirates. And while they were not…
Councilperson Lennon Catches Shoplifter at Dollar Castle
Councilperson Michael Lennon relied on his police officer instincts to help employees at Dollar Castle (200 W. 9 Mile) catch and detain a shoplifter.
Lots to Learn at Live Green Fair
The weather was sunny and hot on Saturday, but there were many information booths showing you the way to keep cool and take care of the planet at the same time at the Ferndale Live Green Fair…
Andrea Johns takes the Leash for Thursday’s Fido Does Ferndale
The proceeds from this year’s Fido Does Ferndale event will be used to install a doggie drinking fountain in Schiffer Park. For more information visit the Fido Does Ferndale Facebook Page.
Coral Reefer Mac McAnally & Ilo to Play Rare Benefit
…To show his support for the troops, he has pledged his artist royalties from the hit single to the Wounded Warriors Project, whose mission is to honor and empower wounded warriors.
Cape Verde artist Ilo will join Mac on the Dino’s stage. Ilo was discovered by Buffet and signed to Buffett’s Mailboat Records…
Bridge Project’s First Performance Packs Library
An unfortunate prediction for rain moved the Bridge Project’s first public performance of big band jazz inside from the Library’s courtyard, but that didn’t stop them from having a grand performance. It was standing room only as they introduced Ferndale to a side of big band they may have never seen before, with a focus on Michigan-made music.
Police Report: Armed Robbery Ends in Chase, Injuries & Arrests
Lt. William Wilson of the Ferndale Police gave initial news of an armed robbery and subsequent chase that occurred at approximately 7pm
City Considers New Noise Ordinance
Residents and business owners will have an opportunity to speak at tonight’s meeting, which is at 7:30pm at City Hall (300 E. 9 Mile). To view the proposed ordinance changes, and other documentation visit the City of Ferndale website at http://www.ferndale-mi.com/Services/Cable/CityCouncilVideo.htm.
Council to Vote: Cell phone payments for parking
On Monday, July 11, 2011’s City Council consent agenda is a plan to contract with Parkmobile to allow a person parking in Downtown Ferndale to use their cell phones to pay for their spots instead of having to fumble for quarters to feed the meter.
Expansion in Downtown Ferndale’s Future?
Those who were unable to attend the “Back to the Future” event, there will still be opportunities to share your vision and ask questions. When the proposal comes before council there will be opportunity for public discussion. There will also be a survey on the DDA website in the coming weeks, along with more information about the TIF plans.
Hip Hop is Bigger Than The Occupation Film Screening @AJs Sunday
This Sunday from 4-7pm, AJ’s Music Café (240 W. 9 Mile) will host a special film screening of “Hip Hop is Bigger Than The Occupation”, a documentary from Existence Is Resistance, along with music spun by 5E Gallery’s own DJ La Jedi, and hosted by locally beloved female emcee Invincible.