Royal Oak Review

Published August 28, 2018

Relay for Life to return to Clawson City Park

CLAWSON — For the second year, the Relay for Life Fall Color Bash will brighten Clawson City Park with the goal of raising funds for the American Cancer Society.

Published August 28, 2018

Clawson Public Schools selects new superintendent

CLAWSON — The Clawson Public Schools district will sail under a new superintendent come the new school year on Sept. 4.

Published August 28, 2018

Arrests made at Clawson hotel

CLAWSON — Clawson police arrested and arraigned two people after a desk clerk at Super 8, a hotel located at 1145 W. Maple Road, called 911 to report an apparent assault Aug. 18.

Published August 28, 2018

With summer ending, road agencies progress on work

METROIT DETROIT — Oakland and Macomb counties’ road commissions scratched beyond the surface of their scheduled road repair tasks for this construction season, but they say many projects still have months to go.

Published August 28, 2018

Flooring options abound as experts have their say on styles

METRO DETROIT — When it comes to flooring options — carpet, wood, vinyl tiles and more — there are endless styles and suitable prices to match.

Published August 28, 2018

Local experts share what it takes to be scary this fall

METRO DETROIT — Two weeks ago, actors from across metro Detroit filed into an old building in downtown Pontiac to see if they have what it takes to make a grown person cry. Maybe even wet themselves.

Published August 24, 2018

College representatives sign articulation agreement

OAKLAND COUNTY/MACOMB COUNTY — Business majors who attend Oakland Community College or Macomb Community College and then transfer to Oakland University will be able to bring with them more credit hours than in the past.

Beginning Aug. 22, three lanes of eastbound I-696 traffic were shifted onto the westbound I-696 lanes, with temporary crossover exits to Dequindre Road, Mound Road, Groesbeck Highway and I-94. This will continue through November.

Published August 23, 2018

Eastbound lanes shift as I-696 project enters second phase

The Michigan Department of Transportation began a new stage of its “Restore the Reuther” project Aug. 22, which will result in lane shifts along I-696.

Published August 22, 2018

Spectators flip over upside-down van

When Berkley resident Jerry Naumann takes his van out for a spin, anyone who sees it usually does a double take — or sometimes even a triple take.

Published August 21, 2018

Create the best study space for a new semester

METRO DETROIT — Attending college may be one of the most stressful things a person does in their lifetime.

Published August 21, 2018

Schools prep learners to thwart sexual attackers, active shooters

METRO DETROIT — Safety in the classroom and around local campuses has always been a priority for educators. But in the age of active shooters and rampant sexual assault reports, the task of keeping students out of harm’s way can seem daunting for school and law enforcement personnel.

Published August 20, 2018

Oakland County schools receive 650 new drinking water systems

ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — The summer installation of 650 modern filtered water bottle refilling stations in Oakland County schools is underway, with all set to be in place in time for the first day of school.

Published August 20, 2018

Royal Oak police accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Citizens Police Academy will return Oct. 3 and offer Royal Oak residents a comprehensive glimpse into the inner workings of the Police Department.

Published August 20, 2018

Arts, Beats & Eats to return to Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — One of the region’s biggest Labor Day festivals will return to downtown Royal Oak with a slew of new and returning artists, musicians and eateries.

Published August 18, 2018

Yellow, mahogany and pink classics draw attention at the Dream Cruise

METRO DETROIT — The Woodward Dream Cruise offers a lot for the senses. While driving to the event, one can tell that the cruise is getting closer because of the abundance of unique cars that spill over into normal traffic.

Published August 17, 2018

Swing downtown for great jazz over Labor Day weekend

DETROIT — Audiences from all over the world will again converge on downtown Detroit to enjoy legendary jazz artists performing free concerts during the 39th annual Detroit Jazz Festival over Labor Day weekend.

Published August 17, 2018

Royal Oak police officer cleared in May 14 fatal shooting

ROYAL OAK — In a report dated Aug. 15, the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office concluded that the May 14, 2018, shooting death of 20-year-old Royal Oak resident Cody Reynolds by Officer Ryan Addis was a “justifiable homicide.”

Published August 15, 2018

Subaru promotes smarts with school science campaign

METRO DETROIT — With the new school year on the horizon, local Subaru dealerships in the metro Detroit area are embarking on a campaign this month to help make students smarter in science.

Published August 15, 2018

Interior designer transforms living spaces with comfy flair, wins award

METRO DETROIT — When Farmington Hills resident Linda Darwish’s large family room was not living up to its full potential, she called Veronica Simmons, of Simmons + Co. Design, to transform her space anew.

Published August 15, 2018

Local tailgaters dust off the coolers ahead of fall football

METRO DETROIT — The excitement of true sports fans just can’t be contained by a set of bleachers. It spills onto the field, past the souvenir stand and out into the parking lot.