Madison - Park News

Published March 21, 2019

Madison Heights hires new department heads for finance, economic development

MADISON HEIGHTS — The city of Madison Heights has filled two key positions that will help chart the community’s path moving forward.

Published March 21, 2019

Crime commission to hold forum on child abuse

MADISON HEIGHTS — An upcoming forum will grapple with the difficult issue of child abuse and neglect. “This problem is bigger and worse than the average person thinks,” said Margaret Hall, executive director of the Southfield Domestic Violence Group. “It could be anyone, anywhere. Same with #MeToo. It’s more than a hashtag — it’s an epidemic.”

Published March 21, 2019

Complaints about waste hauler on decline in Madison Heights

MADISON HEIGHTS — The city of Madison Heights has released statistics that appear to show a sharp reduction in official complaints regarding the work of the city’s solid waste contractor, Green for Life Environmental, or GFL.

Published March 21, 2019

Community brainstorms ideas for redesign of Scout Park

HAZEL PARK — Thanks to a generous donation from the Sutar-Sutaruk-Meyer Foundation, Scout Park will be fully renovated this summer, with a design informed by community feedback.

Published March 20, 2019

The Friday 5 — March 22-24

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published March 19, 2019

Protect your home while you travel

METRO DETROIT — Michigan is home to many who take advantage of spring break, enjoy vacations over the summer, or even escape the entire winter season in favor of a warmer climate. While they’re away, their homes are left largely unattended, making them vulnerable to break-ins and other crime. Luckily, law enforcement officials say there are a number of things people can do to protect their homes.

Published March 19, 2019

Drink in the health benefits of nature

METRO DETROIT — Have you ever wondered if your trusty family physician gets miffed by that old adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”? We’ve got it on good authority that she doesn’t. In fact, your doc would be pleased as punch — a very nutrient-rich punch — to hear that you’re getting in daily servings of apples, berries and, especially, green vegetables.

Published March 18, 2019

State weight restrictions in spotlight of road debate

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Transportation announced last week that additional restrictions will be tacked on to the state and local road weight restrictions, which took effect Friday, March 15.

Published March 18, 2019

Make managing your health the priority during National Nutrition Month

METRO DETROIT — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is urging Michiganders to make informed diet choices during March, which is National Nutrition Month.

Published March 15, 2019

Forum to discuss the choices and consequences that youths face

MADISON HEIGHTS — Teens and tweens are a work in progress, trying to find themselves and making mistakes along the way. But those mistakes sometimes carry major repercussions.

An upcoming panel discussion will examine the pressures that they face, and what’s at stake. The event, titled “Real Life Choices — Dangerous Consequences for Parents, Teens & Tweens,” is scheduled to take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, at the Madison Heights Fire Department’s training room, located at 31313 Brush St. in Madison Heights.

Published March 15, 2019

‘Paws-ghetti’ dinner at Madison Place to benefit animal shelter

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Animal Shelter continues to hold fundraisers to raise the money needed to save as many homeless animals as possible.

Asia Clark and Jimmia Thach, both freshmen, and Nia Ross, junior, help sort prom dresses for the Spring Dress Extravaganza at Lamphere High School March 22 2016.

Published March 15, 2019

Donations needed for Spring Dress Extravaganza

MADISON HEIGHTS — School dances like prom can get really expensive, really fast.

That’s why the Lamphere High PACT Club holds the Spring Dress Extravaganza each year, offering gently used dresses and shoes for $20 or less.

Angel Abdulahad — the principal at Wilkinson Middle School, seen here at the school March 13 — has been appointed the interim superintendent for Madison District Public Schools. He will continue to serve as the principal at Wilkinson as well.

Published March 15, 2019

Madison District Public Schools appoints interim superintendent

MADISON HEIGHTS — The principal of Wilkinson Middle School is now working double duty as the interim superintendent of Madison District Public Schools, following the resignation of the previous superintendent.

Published March 13, 2019

The Friday 5 — March 15-17

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published March 13, 2019

Giving CBD oil a try

METRO DETROIT — It’s an all-natural product that can reportedly treat chronic pain, ease anxiety and bring sleep to those suffering from insomnia — with few to no side effects or drug interactions. But about half of those who hear about this supposed wonder drug won’t even try it because of its association with marijuana. It’s cannabidiol, better known as CBD oil.

Published March 13, 2019

Raise your gardening game

METRO DETROIT — The garden of your dreams doesn’t have to exist in your mind, or even in the ground in your backyard. Raised-bed gardens, made of wood or other creatively repurposed building materials, offer many advantages to vegetable growers in residential lots and community gardens.

Published March 8, 2019

School presentation to educate families on importance of sleep

MADISON HEIGHTS — After five years on a waiting list, Hiller Elementary in the Lamphere Schools district has received a grant to host a popular program that seeks to promote healthy sleep habits among students and their families.

Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb delivers his annual State of the Cities address at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights March 1, touting the city’s low crime, rising property values, growing businesses, flourishing arts and more.

Published March 8, 2019

Annual speech highlights how Hazel Park continues to make gains

HAZEL PARK — Before a who’s who of community figures at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights March 1, Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb touted the successes of his town during the annual State of the Cities address, sponsored by the Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce.

During the State of the Cities address at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights March 1, Madison Heights Mayor Brian Hartwell presents Kymm Clark with the Mayor’s Ingenuity Award for her contributions to the city.

Published March 8, 2019

Madison Heights celebrates progress at State of the Cities

MADISON HEIGHTS — Madison Heights Mayor Brian Hartwell lauded the business gains by his community during the State of the Cities address March 1, held this year at Shelving Inc. in Madison Heights and sponsored by the Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce.

Published March 8, 2019

Hazel Park Public Schools aim to #choosekindness

HAZEL PARK — Hazel Park Public Schools has been campaigning for compassion with the hashtag #choosekindness all year. And the district’s efforts kick into overdrive this month with extensive activities at many of the schools.