OAKLAND COUNTY/WAYNE COUNTY — In the primary election Aug. 2, Mike McFall, the mayor pro tem of Hazel Park, secured the Democratic nomination for the newly redrawn 8th District of the State House of Representatives. He defeated Madison Heights City Councilman David Soltis, Durrel Douglas, Ernest Little and Ryan Nelson.

METRO DETROIT — On the night of the Aug. 2 primary election, before the final results were tallied, Andy Levin conceded defeat to Haley Stevens. Her victory was confirmed the following day.

OAKLAND COUNTY — A new Oakland County Land Bank was approved by the county’s Board of Commissioners at its June 23 meeting.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Woodbrooke Hills Swim and Tennis Club Manager Kelly Salter recently described the club as a “staple in the community."

OAKLAND COUNTY — A Farmington Hills resident was one of three men arrested as part of an Oakland County Sheriff’s Office sting operation July 6.

FARMINGTON HILLS — In 2021, the Farmington Hills Police Department equipped all of its patrol vehicles with sensory bags in an effort to help officers communicate with individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Due to construction taking place at various polling locations within Farmington Hills, some voting precincts will be temporarily relocated for the Aug. 2 state primary election.

FARMINGTON — The annual Farmington Founders Festival is set to return for its 58th celebration of summer July 14-16 in downtown Farmington.

FARMINGTON HILLS — After holding a contract with Waste Management for approximately 15 years, the city of Farmington Hills recently switched to Green For Life Environmental USA for trash, recycling and yard waste pick-up services.

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — In the Press coverage area, voters will select party candidates vying to earn spots in the governor’s race, the Michigan House and Senate, as well as the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Oakland County Board of Commissioners in the primary election Aug. 2.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County is home to more inland lakes and registered boats than anywhere else in the state. To ensure residents’ safety this summer, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners is piloting a program to increase marine safety patrols on Oakland County lakes.

OAKLAND COUNTY — On June 22, Oakland County and school officials announced the Oakland County Schools Mental Health Grant Program, which will automatically distribute $175,000 to each school district in the county to address students’ mental health needs.

FARMINGTON HILLS — The Farmington Hills police and fire departments are teaming up to offer an all-female-focused workshop.

FARMINGTON — It has been more than 10 years since the city of Farmington completed the Grand River streetscape.

MICHIGAN — In a virtual press conference hours after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down Roe v. Wade in a 6-3 vote, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel took questions from members of the press June 24.

METRO DETROIT — The skies above Lake St. Clair will once again roar with the sounds of jet engines this July as Selfridge Air National Guard Base hosts its air show and open house.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Police departments along the Woodward Avenue corridor have announced that they will be enforcing a “rigorous” noise enforcement campaign.

METRO DETROIT — Bringing a pet into a home can make a huge difference to an animal, even if it is just on a temporary basis.

METRO DETROIT — Earlier this month, Michigan State Police decided to play a game of laser tag.

METRO DETROIT — Homeowners looking to spruce up their yards can add some gorgeous color to their landscapes while helping to increase the local pollinator population.