Woodward Talk

Published August 1, 2021

Pig & Whiskey scheduled for 3-day return in October

FERNDALE — The organizers of the Pig & Whiskey festival have announced that it will be coming back for three days Oct. 29-31. It will be the first time the event has been held since 2019.

Published July 31, 2021

Pleasant Ridge approves ordinance to establish guidelines for marijuana businesses

PLEASANT RIDGE — The governing body of Pleasant Ridge has passed an ordinance regarding marijuana facilities.

Published July 31, 2021

Berkley moving ahead in marijuana licensing process after lawsuits dismissed

BERKLEY — Recent developments in Berkley’s ongoing litigation involving its marijuana licensing ordinance have led the city to resume its process.

Published July 30, 2021

Oakland County’s Adopt-a-Road program returns after COVID cancellation

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Road Commission for Oakland County’s Adopt-a-Road program has returned this year, after a COVID-19-relted hiatus, and is seeking additional volunteers to sign up for its fall cleanup dates, Sept. 25-Oct. 3.

Published July 30, 2021

Berkley gets K-9 division started with $25,000 donation

BERKLEY — The Berkley Public Safety Department has a new member, albeit a furry one.

A free robotics technician training program offered at Oakland Community College has helped some local residents find jobs.

Published July 29, 2021

Partnership leads to free robotics training, jobs for Oakland County residents

OAKLAND COUNTY — Since 2017, some local residents have been given what could be described as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity via a partnership between Oakland County Michigan Works!, Oakland Community College and the Workforce Intelligence Network for Southeast Michigan.

Published July 29, 2021

Simple Recycling program returns to Oakland County

OAKLAND COUNTY — One of the more popular programs in southern Oakland County has recently returned after a long pause due to COVID-19.

Published July 29, 2021

Three businesses confirmed for ‘dot’ retail space

FERNDALE — The dot is on the verge of filling its first floor retail space with at least four small businesses.

Published July 28, 2021

A lemonade stand can be a hit with a little planning

METRO DETROIT — Anna Mullen always wanted to have a lemonade stand. This summer, she finally did it.

Published July 28, 2021

Public skate parks carve out huge space in recreation market

METRO DETROIT — When most of us think of the standard amenities at our local municipal park, we see images of basketball courts, walking trails and swing sets. The old favorites.

Published July 28, 2021

Product developed by Wayne State professor touted to be safer for marine life

METRO DETROIT — After spending weeks and months in the water, the bottom of a boat can become a slimy mess, as algae and other marine organisms coat the hull.

Published July 28, 2021

Berkley council, DDA, school board all approve plaza construction

BERKLEY — After months of delay, the Berkley plaza project recently took a big step forward.

Published July 28, 2021

Former Ferndale student opens selfie museum in downtown

FERNDALE — An Oak Park woman is bringing a unique idea to the city of Ferndale in the form of a selfie museum.

Published July 27, 2021

Berkley, Pleasant Ridge to see contested races in November

OAKLAND COUNTY — The deadline to file for the November election passed at 4 p.m. July 20, and the candidates for local offices who will appear on ballots have been set.

Families around the country are getting a helping hand through the federal government’s child tax credit program.

Published July 23, 2021

Child tax credit payments start going out to families

METRO DETROIT — COVID-19 brought with it a variety of problems for everyone, with parents of young children being some of the most drastically affected.

Published July 23, 2021

Remediation efforts underway in wake of I-75 tanker fire

TROY — A fuel tanker that caught fire and closed down a portion of Interstate 75 between Crooks and Rochester roads the afternoon of July 12 now has local, county and state agencies working to remediate the site, repair the damage and clean up any environmental impacts left behind.

Published July 17, 2021

Berkley to mirror federal law, increase age to purchase tobacco products to 21

OAKLAND COUNTY — In an update to comply with federal law, the city of Berkley is moving to restrict the purchasing of cigarettes and other tobacco products for people under the age of 21.

Published July 16, 2021

Ferndale gives 1-year update on racial equity, anti-racism commitment

FERNDALE — In 2020, the Ferndale City Council approved a resolution that stated its commitment to anti-racism.

Diane Powell, center, poses for a photo with Tyler Bobbit, left, and Krys Phillips, right, both from Detroit. Since 2013, Powell has been working to help find jobs for teens in the area.

Published July 15, 2021

Local groups work to employ teens

OAKLAND COUNTY — In May, Oakland County Michigan Works! launched its Oakland NEXT Summer Young Professionals program. The purpose of the program was to connect teens and young adults ages 16-24 with internships, paid work experiences and other no-cost services to help launch their careers.