Madison - Park News

Farmington Hills City Clerk Pam Smith leads an election poll worker training seminar Oct. 21, 2020.

Published October 23, 2020

Another election, another record-setting turnout by voters

OAKLAND COUNTY — We saw it in the March election. We saw it again in August, and we will likely continue to see it during the upcoming Nov. 3 presidential election. Voters in 2020 are coming out in record-breaking droves to cast their ballots.

The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit is offering assistance for Oakland County residents who have been financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published October 23, 2020

Grant money helps Salvation Army provide assistance to Oakland County residents

OAKLND COUNTY — The Salvation Army of Metro Detroit is helping to provide relief for Oakland County residents who have been hit hard financially by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Published October 22, 2020

Madison Heights replaces Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day

MADISON HEIGHTS — The mayor and council of Madison Heights unanimously approved a resolution earlier this month ending the city’s observation of Columbus Day, and instead observing Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which honors the history of the native people who first lived in this country.

Published October 22, 2020

Public safety officials advise on trick-or-treating during pandemic

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, officials in Madison Heights and Hazel Park say that kids can still enjoy Halloween by taking simple precautions.

Published October 22, 2020

Goodfellows seek donations to provide Christmas for families in need

MADISON HEIGHTS — Organizers with the Madison Heights Goodfellows say donations are desperately needed this year to help the group live up to its motto of “No child without a Christmas.”

Published October 22, 2020

As monarchs migrate, environmental activists plan for their return

MADISON HEIGHTS — It’s the time of the year when monarch butterflies begin migrating to warmer climes. Over the summer, efforts were underway in Madison Heights to help support these beautiful pollinators, known for their orange and black wings. Now, plans are being made to support their return this spring.

Published October 22, 2020

Operation Blue Santa to make Christmas bright for local children

METRO DETROIT — Because police officers are often the first to see the impoverished situations some children live in, officers who worked with the late Collin Rose are trying to bring cheer, charity and kindness to less fortunate children this holiday season.

Published October 21, 2020

Family transforms Pontiac GTO into a winner

ROCHESTER HILLS — In 2003, Rochester Hills resident Mary Jane Pasko entered a contest at the local Farmer Jack grocery store.

Published October 20, 2020

State launches new weekly data on COVID-19 school outbreaks

METRO DETROIT — As students begin to transition to in-person learning, Michigan families can now see if there are COVID-19 outbreaks within their schools, colleges and universities.

Published October 20, 2020

Don’t let isolation lead to stagnation

METRO DETROIT — Many of us, fortunately, have been able to avoid contracting the dangerous COVID-19 virus.

Published October 20, 2020

Summer to fall transition is ideal time for closet makeover

METRO DETROIT — The leaves are turning colors and falling, pools are closed for the season, and we are still in a global pandemic.

Published October 20, 2020

Social media serves as saving grace for seniors in COVID era

METRO DETROIT — The list of essential items needed to get through the COVID-19 pandemic goes well beyond personal protection equipment.

Published October 16, 2020

Men charged with using robocalls to intimidate voters

METRO DETROIT — Two men described as “political operatives” by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office have been charged with crimes related to voter intimidation.

Published October 16, 2020

Musicians band together for the Pope Francis Center

METRO DETROIT — Under a broken movie screen amid bright lights and piles of concrete off to the side, the Orbitsuns finish their 10th take of Bob Seger’s “Sunspot Baby.”

Published October 16, 2020

Fourth marijuana business opens in Hazel Park

HAZEL PARK — Marijuana businesses continue to pop up in Hazel Park, in what officials hope will be a lucrative new industry for the small town.

Published October 16, 2020

Candidates share vision for Oakland Community College

OAKLAND COUNTY — In the Nov. 3 election, seven candidates will be on the ballot for Oakland Community College’s Board of Trustees. There are two seats for which they are competing — each is a six-year term.

Published October 16, 2020

Hazel Park library gets into Halloween spirit

HAZEL PARK — There’s something for everyone this Halloween season at the Hazel Park Memorial District Library. Among the highlights: a costumed parade for the kids outside City Hall, a party for teens at Scout-McPherson Park and a presentation by horror writers over Zoom.

Published October 16, 2020

New art installation in Hazel Park will feature thousands of flowers

HAZEL PARK — A new walk-through art installation in Hazel Park — opening soon with three back-to-back events — will surround visitors with countless golden flowers.

Published October 7, 2020

Voters to decide school boards, county commissioners

In the Madison-Park News’ coverage area, voters will decide local races involving school boards and the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, as well as other county, state and national races during the general election Nov. 3.