Woodward Talk

Published December 27, 2019

Take a look back at some notable stories from 2019

FERNDALE/HUNTINGTON WOODS/BERKLEY — Here’s a look at several stories that shaped the last 12 months in the Woodward Talk’s coverage area.

Published December 27, 2019

Trade a tree for a tree through Oakland County Parks

OAKLAND COUNTY — The presents have been unwrapped, the cookies have been munched, and Santa has returned to the North Pole for some much-needed R and R.

Published December 27, 2019

Oakland County communities crack down on Southfield Road speeding

METRO DETROIT — They see you when you’re speeding. They know when you’re unsafe. Earlier this month, the communities of Southfield, Lathrup Village and Beverly Hills teamed up to reduce speeding on Southfield Road.

Published December 25, 2019

Not home for the holidays

METRO DETROIT — The price of freedom is paid with the blood of those who serve. Our safety and security come at a cost also measured in distance and time away from loved ones. Those who step forward to serve in the military pay the bill for the rest of us.

Published December 25, 2019

Get motivated to get fit with a wearable device

METRO DETROIT — Carolyn Wilson, of St. Clair Shores, got her first activity tracker three years ago — a Fitbit.

Published December 23, 2019

Ferndale, school district discuss sale of community center land, building

FERNDALE — The future of Ferndale’s Gerry Kulick Community Center has been an ongoing discussion in the city.

Published December 20, 2019

Teens allegedly spray-paint more than 30 sites in Berkley

BERKLEY — Three teenagers were arrested Dec. 17 for allegedly spray-painting more than 30 buildings or pieces of property in Berkley.

Published December 20, 2019

Musician Jack Scott remembered for rockabilly groove

METRO DETROIT — A steady stream of tributes have circulated social media since Dec. 12, when news of musician Jack Scott’s passing was announced.

Published December 19, 2019

The Friday 5 — Dec. 20-22

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published December 18, 2019

Consider indoor air quality when decking the halls

METRO DETROIT — Anticipation for the holidays begins with the ramping up of holiday decorations, bringing ornaments and trimmings out of storage, and erecting fresh or artificial trees.

Published December 18, 2019

Gingerbread houses go next level

METRO DETROIT — Gingerbread artist Donna Rorabaugh, of Rochester Hills, has been at her craft since she was 13.

Published December 17, 2019

Judge rejects motions in state redistricting case

LANSING — A judge recently rejected motions in two lawsuits related to the voter-approved Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission.

Published December 17, 2019

Pleasant Ridge sets noise level, yard requirements for air conditioners, generators

PLEASANT RIDGE — The Pleasant Ridge City Commission last week dealt with noise standards and the location of some household utility equipment.

Published December 17, 2019

Police: ‘There’s no excuse for drinking and driving’

OAKLAND COUNTY — The holidays bring about much cheer and celebration. There are presents, there is music and there are parties.

Published December 17, 2019

Vacant home leads to ordinance changes

HUNTINGTON WOODS — In dealing with the process to get an abandoned home demolished, the Huntington Woods City Commission has passed a new ordinance regarding dangerous structures.

Published December 17, 2019

Kresge Arts accepting applications for $25,000 artist fellowships

METRO DETROIT — Kresge Arts in Detroit is putting the call out to artists to apply for its 2020 fellowship program.

Published December 17, 2019

Peasley Park improvements finished, other parks could follow in 2020

HUNTINGTON WOODS — In looking to improve the state of its parks, the city of Huntington Woods worked earlier this year to make changes at Peasley Park.

Published December 17, 2019

Local council members, commissioners look toward 2020

OAKLAND COUNTY — As the turn of not only the year, but the decade, approaches, the Woodward Talk reached out to a representative from the city councils and commissions of Ferndale, Berkley, Huntington Woods and Pleasant Ridge and asked what they would like to accomplish in 2020.