Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Published October 29, 2018

Bambi and crew wreak havoc on local roads, lawns

FRANKLIN/BLOOMFIELD — As Michiganders, we have to put up with a certain number of annoyances as a trade-off for living in one of the nation’s natural paradises.

Published October 29, 2018

Bloomfield Township board opposes telecom equipment legislation

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — At the start of 2018, Bloomfield Township Supervisor Leo Savoie predicted that the township would have a battle against large telecommunication companies over where they install their antenna equipment.

Published October 25, 2018

A look at the redistricting proposal for voters

LANSING — Voters throughout Michigan have been given an option on the Nov. 6 ballot: Do they want to pass a proposed constitutional amendment that allows citizens to adopt district boundaries for Michigan legislators, or do they want to keep things status quo?

Published October 25, 2018

Gubernatorial candidates share platforms on public schools, health care

METRO DETROIT — In the final stretch leading up to the Nov. 6 general election, the six candidates running for governor have laid out their plans for the people of Michigan, including funding for public education and health care, and how to keep schools safe, if elected.

Published October 24, 2018

Eagle voters decide school boards, lighting bond and more

Along with larger seats like Michigan’s new governor, voters across the Eagle’s coverage area will decide a number of races during the Nov. 6 midterm election, including positions in the U.S. Senate, the state House of Representatives and the Oakland County Board of Commissioners. Voters will also have several issues to vote on, from recreational marijuana to more local proposals, like safety lighting in downtown Franklin and amendments to the village charter in Bingham Farms.

Published October 23, 2018

Get a grip on the road this winter with good tires, brakes

METRO DETROIT — Icy roads and slippery conditions this upcoming winter will mean that you’ll need to rely on your vehicle’s tires and brakes to come to a stop. And vehicle service specialists are giving tips on how to maximize your traction.

Published October 23, 2018

Extend your garden season into the fall with different species

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Gardeners Club hosted a presentation, “The Late Show,” on the topic of how to extend your garden into the fall with different types of species Oct. 11 at the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive in Shelby Township.

Published October 23, 2018

Ditch the masks and tour a real haunted space this fall

METRO DETROIT — Detroit is about three and a quarter centuries old, with countless landmark buildings standing — almost untouched — for a majority of that tenure.

Published October 23, 2018

Village plans for 14 Mile reconstruction

BEVERLY HILLS — Village officials are planning the reconstruction of 14 Mile Road from Lahser Road to the west village limits next year.

Published October 23, 2018

Franklin Plaza air quality concerns officials

FRANKLIN — Testing revealed unsatisfactory air quality levels recently at the Franklin Village Plaza, on Franklin Road.

Published October 23, 2018

Families to head downtown for free Halloween fun

BIRMINGHAM — The coolest guys and ghouls know where the best place to party is before Halloween, and that’s in downtown Birmingham as two family-friendly traditions take place just down the street from each other this weekend.

Published October 23, 2018

Homegrown art is focus of annual OUR TOWN show and sale

BIRMINGHAM — The annual art show and sale that takes place at The Community House each fall features hundreds of pieces created by Michigan artists set in a public downtown venue, and all proceeds benefit local outreach programming.

Published October 19, 2018

Behind the Wheel: 1991 Ford SkyRanger convertible is a rare find

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — On any given day, it’s fairly common to spot a Ford Ranger on the road, but when it comes to the Ford SkyRanger — a unique variation from the early ’90s — a sighting is nearly impossible.

Published October 18, 2018

Candidates for governor reveal platforms for auto issues

METRO DETROIT — Between the taxpayer cost for road repairs and the increases in auto insurance rates, driving is expensive for many Michiganders. But the state’s gubernatorial candidates who will appear on the Nov. 6 ballot say their plans could change things for the better.

Published October 17, 2018

Set the stage to sell your home

METRO DETROIT — Ditch that dish rack and put away the family photos before you show your home to sell, a number of local experts agree.

Published October 17, 2018

Pros dish on hearty fall flavors to savor by the spoonful

METRO DETROIT — When Sarah Yi thinks of fall, family and flavors readily come to mind, along with robust soups at her family gatherings. In particular, kimchi jjigae, a Korean soup that brings back the memories.

Published October 16, 2018

MDOT orders repair of I-75 construction done last year

Beginning tonight, Interstate-75 will be taken down to one lane on the southbound side of the stretch between South Boulevard and Adams Road for repaving work. No, you’re not crazy.

Published October 15, 2018

School aims to build unique student experience

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Preschool students cheered as one of their own — with his dad — manned a bulldozer Oct. 10 to begin demolition of the Detroit Country Day School Lower School campus.

Published October 15, 2018

Cranbrook’s Japanese garden gets boost with renovation grant

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — It’s more than a century old and one of just a few of its kind in the entire country. Now the Japanese garden at the Cranbrook estate is finally getting its due with a much-needed renovation, thanks to support from the Consulate General of Japan in Detroit.

Published October 15, 2018

Police, Red Wings team up to help local child with epilepsy

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — It may not be under the bright lights at Little Caesars Arena, but when some Detroit Red Wings hit the ice on Saturday, Oct. 20, it will be one heck of a big game, with plenty at stake.