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University of Michigan economists Donald Grimes, left, and Gabriel Ehrlich, and Oakland County Deputy Executive Timothy Meyer speak to reporters at a press conference preceding the Oakland County Economic Outlook at the Detroit Marriott Troy April 26.

Published May 1, 2019

U-M economists: Oakland County job growth will continue

OAKLAND COUNTY — Extending a nine-year trend, job growth in Oakland County will continue on the upswing for the next three years, adding about 31,600 jobs from 2019 to 2021, according to University of Michigan economists.

Published May 1, 2019

Exercise, toys and training keep pets delightful, not destructive

METRO DETROIT — People love their pets, but that love can get somewhat strained when that fur baby scratches up the couch or mangles a new pair of shoes. Animal experts can offer hope, however, with some tips to keep that dog or cat well-mannered.

Published May 1, 2019

Reviewing the rules of office attire for grads

METRO DETROIT — Guys in ties and girls in pearls. That’s the rule of thumb for office attire, right? Nope. Just like faxes have evolved into emails and legal pads into iPads, the way we dress for a day of work has changed with the times.

Published April 30, 2019

Haven to celebrate spring for survivors at gala

OAKLAND COUNTY — Between its emergency shelter, the 24/7 crisis line, the counseling and the educational programming efforts, Haven of Oakland County impacts more than 30,000 individuals every year. You could say that’s cause for celebration.

Published April 30, 2019

Behind the Wheel: Son replaces dad’s car that he crashed as a teen more than 30 years ago

When Yale resident Mike Lavens was 16, he crashed his father’s ’67 Dodge Polara, but he promised that he’d replace it someday.

Published April 29, 2019

Legislators try again to fully ban texting while driving

OAKLAND COUNTY — During a press conference at the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office headquarters April 26, Sheriff Michael Bouchard joined with state Sen. Ruth Johnson, R-Holly, and Transportation Improvement Association CEO Jim Santilli to discuss proposed legislation to cut down on distracted driving.

Published April 26, 2019

Legislation calls for adoption of lab test animals

METRO DETROIT — According to the Humane Society of the United States, or HSUS, about 60,000 dogs are used in testing and research each year.

Published April 26, 2019

Councilman invites senior citizens on trip to Lansing

MADISON HEIGHTS — In his first year on the Madison Heights City Council, David Soltis arranged for a bus trip to Lansing for a rally on the lawn of the Capitol building, where senior citizens could enjoy a free boxed lunch, meet other seniors from across the state, tour the historical buildings and sit in on a legislative session, making themselves seen and heard by the policymakers whose decisions impact their quality of life.

Published April 26, 2019

Schools share ‘Prom Promise’ to prevent impaired driving

MADISON HEIGHTS — In an emotional video provided by Michigan AAA to local schools getting ready for prom, a young man named Derrick Jenkins explains that in 2013, he was driving while intoxicated when he slammed into the back of a truck and, as he put it, his eyeballs popped out of his head like a cartoon character. He hadn’t even traveled a mile before he crashed.

Published April 26, 2019

Madison Heights City Council promotes reusable plastics

MADISON HEIGHTS — Earth Day was April 22, but we’re still living on this bright blue marble spinning through space. So why not continue to be good stewards of the world we call home? That’s what the Madison Heights City Council asked of residents during its regular meeting April 22, when the seven members unanimously passed a resolution in honor of Earth Day.

Published April 26, 2019

Mulberry Hill Wildlife aims to reconnect community with nature

HAZEL PARK/MADISON HEIGHTS — A nonprofit in Hazel Park plans to engage the community this spring and summer with several programs meant to deepen one’s appreciation for the wonders of nature.

Published April 26, 2019

Operation Ghost Rider targets distracted driving

METRO DETROIT — Law enforcement officials in Macomb and Oakland counties are making a statement. Through an initiative called Operation Ghost Rider, multiple police agencies, including members of the Michigan State Police, teamed up to crack down on distracted driving along one of the busiest thoroughfares in the metro Detroit area.

Published April 24, 2019

Patching crew shares unique view of Michigan’s road problem

METRO DETROIT — Michigan roads have been consistently rated among the worst in the country by groups like the American Society of Civil Engineers, which estimated that the average Michigan driver spends about $645 per year in repair costs prompted by damage from poor roads.

Published April 24, 2019

The Friday 5 — April 26-28

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published April 24, 2019

Garden getaways, without the grass stains

METRO DETROIT — There aren’t many benefits we don’t reap from being outside in nature and enjoying the sights and sounds: stress relief, improved memory and energy, lower risks of cancer — you name it.

Published April 24, 2019

Help your home stand out during the busy spring selling season

METRO DETROIT — If you’re traveling about town, odds are that you have seen numerous “for sale” signs in front yards. That’s not by accident. Experts in home realty say there is a historical significance associated with selling homes once spring is in full gear.

Published April 23, 2019

Michigan Secretary of State prepares for Real ID regulations in 2020

MICHIGAN — On Oct. 1, 2020, everyone flying in the United States, even on domestic flights, will have to have a certain type of identification to travel.

Published April 23, 2019

Firefighters put out blaze in Hazel Park

HAZEL PARK — A recent structure fire has officials in Hazel Park reminding residents that batteries should only be used as directed.

Published April 23, 2019

Page students learn STEM concepts in High Altitude Balloon Club

MADISON HEIGHTS — Many after-school clubs challenge their students to “reach higher,” but the High Altitude Balloon Club at John Page Middle School gives literal meaning to the phrase.