Madison - Park News

Macomb County voters selected Lisa Sinclair as the Republican nominee for the Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds Office, while Democrat Fred Miller pulled out a narrow victory over State Sen. Steve Bieda.

Published August 8, 2018

Miller, Sinclair emerge from large Macomb County Clerk primary field

MOUNT CLEMENS — After nearly 20 months of turmoil in the Macomb County Clerk/Register of Deeds Office, county residents are closer to a new clerk being named.

The SMART millage passed easily in Oakland and Wayne counties, but the margin in Macomb County was much closer.

Published August 8, 2018

SMART millage passes easily in Oakland County with narrow victory in Macomb

METRO DETROIT — The millage renewal for the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation passed in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties Aug. 7 during the primary election. It was a close call in Macomb County after a group came out opposed to the tax a month before the election.

Published August 8, 2018

Schuette, Whitmer, Gelineau win primaries in gubernatorial races

LANSING — State Attorney General William “Bill” Schuette, Gretchen Whitmer and Bill Gelineau won their respective primaries Aug. 7 to compete against each other for the governor seat Nov. 6.

Published August 7, 2018

Hackel, Hunt nominees for Macomb County executive race

MACOMB COUNTY — In the Aug. 7 primary election, Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel earned 71,228 votes in the race for the Democratic nomination to retain his office, taking in 83 percent of the vote, according to unofficial results.

Published August 7, 2018

Voters approve operating millage, sinking fund for Hazel Park Public Schools

HAZEL PARK — According to unofficial results, with all precincts reporting, voters approved two millage proposals Aug. 7 for the Hazel Park Public Schools, which includes part of Ferndale.

Published August 7, 2018

MH Citizens Academy encourages residents to get involved

MADISON HEIGHTS — Want to learn about the day-to-day operations of Madison Heights, and how to serve on its boards and commissions?Read More

Published August 7, 2018

Hazel Park Public Schools gets ready for Hometown Huddle

HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park Community Engagement Team is hard at work organizing the fourth annual Hometown Huddle, a celebration of Hazel Park Public Schools where people can show their school spirit or learn more about the district, which includes parts of Ferndale.Read More

Photo by Patricia O’Blenes Chairs are pictured at the barbershop at Youngbloods in Hazel Park, prior to the store’s opening in July. The sh2ore.

Published August 7, 2018

New business breathes new life into former Phoenix Cafe

HAZEL PARK — For nearly a decade, the Phoenix Café in Hazel Park expanded minds with evocative artwork and music. That all came to an end last Christmas when the venue closed for good.

Published August 7, 2018

Soltis: ‘Enough is enough. We need to take back our city.’

MADISON HEIGHTS — There are about a dozen hotels in Madison Heights, and authorities say some have become havens for human trafficking, drug deals, gangs and prostitution.Read More

Published August 7, 2018

Mural at Hazel Park shop pays tribute to ‘wrestling mom’

HAZEL PARK — On the northern facade of Davids’ Gold Medal Sports, there’s a new mural depicting three bunnies. Concealed in the heart over each rabbit’s head is a different letter. Together, they spell “JOY.Read More

Published August 7, 2018

Behind the Wheel: Old meets new in custom Willys truck

STERLING HEIGHTS — Some classic car owners spend countless hours meticulously restoring their vehicle to its original condition — but Sterling Heights resident Bob Hayes isn’t one of those collectors, at least not when it comes to his 1953 Willys truck.

Published August 7, 2018

Amtrak is latest to make commutes easier on bike riders

METRO DETROIT — You’ve spotted the racks outside the coffee shop and driven — gingerly — alongside the lanes on the edge of the road. Now another accommodation has been made to make life a little easier for bicyclists trying to get not just around town, but across the state.

Published August 7, 2018

Professionals can make painting easy, but homeowners can tackle the job too

METRO DETROIT — "Anybody can paint.”

Design Challenge winner Debi Hollis created a coffee bar area at ReStore Farmington for the event last year.

Published August 6, 2018

Design Challenge prompts innovation for reused home décor

FARMINGTON HILLS/METRO DETROIT — “Out with the old and in with the new” could not be a more antiquated saying when it comes to refurbishing, upcycling and improving living spaces in a home. Just ask the participants of last year’s Design Challenge at ReStore Farmington, 28575 Grand River Ave. in Farmington Hills.

A first responder works at the scene of a fire at the Oakland Mall Apartments in Madison Heights Aug. 3.

Published August 6, 2018

Fire breaks out at Madison Heights apartment complex

MADISON HEIGHTS — An apartment unit went up in flames recently due to what appears to have been an electrical issue.

Published August 6, 2018

Fighting back: How money, passion and prescribing practices are changing lives

METRO DETROIT — The opioid epidemic has made one thing clear: Amid the turmoil and the effects of its reach, and the subsequent deaths that have resulted, there are selfless individuals who strive each day to make the world a more inhabitable place.

Published July 31, 2018

Repair paint damage to show car’s true colors

METRO DETROIT — Summer is often the time of year when a vehicle’s colors shine their brightest, but it also can bring more attention to scratched and chipped paint. However, experts in auto detailing or repair say options exist to restore a paint job.

Published July 31, 2018

Keep guests satiated and safe with summer outdoor food prep tips

METRO DETROIT — When hosting barbecues and get-togethers, your guests at outdoor parties want the delicious summer eats — just hold the food poisoning.