News & Notes from the 4/27/23 Birmingham-Bloomfield Eagle

BIRMINGHAM — On April 3, the Birmingham City Commission held a special workshop meeting to discuss the potential renovation of City Hall and improved facilities for the Birmingham Police Department.

BEVERLY HILLS —The village of Beverly Hills is continuing tradition this year with the annual Spring Park Clean Up.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — This spring, eco-conscious residents can responsibly rid their homes of electronic waste, unwanted medication and sensitive paperwork.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Bloomfield Hills girls hockey had a movie-like season, following in the footsteps of “Miracle,” “The Mighty Ducks,” and even a little of “Slap Shot,” but less aggressive, of course.

BIRMINGHAM — The 21st season of the Birmingham Farmers Market will open on May 7. Local produce and artisan goods will be sold 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays until Oct. 29.

OAKLAND COUNTY — For as valued as higher education is in the United States, the rising cost to attend college has been widely criticized.

News & Notes from the 4/19/23 Eagle

BIRMINGHAM — When Wylie E. Groves High School teacher Kara Mason assigned a passion project to her student congress course, students brainstormed how they could benefit their community through their project.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Museum is introducing a new way for residents to learn about their community’s history through their podcast, “Birmingham Uncovered.”

OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County officials said they are working towards a greener, cleaner tomorrow.

BEVERLY HILLS — Construction of a new roundabout on the border of Beverly Hills and Royal Oak is set to begin approximately June 12.

OAKLAND COUNTY — School security has been an ongoing topic of discussion, both locally and around the country.

OAKLAND COUNTY — April has arrived, and golf courses around metro Detroit are welcoming golfers back to the links.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Bloomfield Hills High School recently released an apology in regard to Palestinian American attorney and activist Huwaida Arraf’s speech during a diversity assembly for all BHHS students.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The 2023 Graduate Degree Exhibition of Cranbrook Academy of Art will open April 9, showcasing a culmination of two years of studio work from 68 students who are anticipating graduating in May. ArtMembers are invited to a preview day, Saturday, April 8.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook Kingswood junior Solomon Kwartowitz was prepared for whatever the national talents had to throw at him.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — It’s been six years since Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook Kingswood boys swim and dive won a state title.

FRANKLIN — The Franklin Public Library is calling all plant enthusiasts to participate in its first plant and seed swap April 22.

BIRMINGHAM — Jana Ecker has been unanimously selected by the Birmingham City Commission as the next Birmingham city manager.