Woodward Talk

Published November 7, 2019

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published November 6, 2019

OCC operating millage renewal passes overwhelmingly

OAKLAND COUNTY — On Nov. 5, voters in the Oakland Community College district, which includes almost all of Oakland County and parts of Lapeer, Livingston and Washtenaw counties, overwhelmingly passed the college’s operating millage renewal.

Published November 6, 2019

Veterans continue to navigate a post-military existence

METRO DETROIT — The plight of the American military veteran is all too real. Now, they and others are standing up for veterans.

Published November 6, 2019

These dogs perform important jobs for their human companions

METRO DETROIT — Increasingly, dogs aren’t just our best friends — they’re also our aides and co-workers. From police and military dogs to service animals, our furry buddies are showing that they can do a lot more than fetch a ball.

Published November 6, 2019

Daylight saving time serves as a home fire safety reminder

METRO DETROIT — Although most homeowners already turned their clocks back an hour for the end of daylight saving time Nov. 3, it doesn’t mean they’re off the hook.

Published November 6, 2019

Women helping women in business

METRO DETROIT — It’s always difficult to start a business, but women can face different challenges than men when they’re trying to get their company off the ground, whether it be access to funding or access to networking, training and other opportunities.

Published November 5, 2019

Terbrack reelected mayor, Price joins incumbents on Berkley council

BERKLEY — Daniel Terbrack will continue on as mayor of Berkley. In the Nov. 5 election, Terbrack was reelected as mayor for another two years, beating challenger Robert Lathrop, according to the Oakland County Elections Division’s website.

Published November 5, 2019

Piana elected Ferndale mayor

FERNDALE — Ferndale has a new mayor, but she’s not new to the City Counc

Members of the Reach the Moon Grant Team of Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, accept a Domestic Violence Prevention Award at the ceremony.

Published November 5, 2019

Community recognized at domestic violence prevention award ceremony

OAKLAND COUNTY — Several local members of law enforcement were recognized for their domestic violence prevention efforts Oct. 30.

Published November 5, 2019

Ferndale marching band comes in 2nd at state championships

FERNDALE — Piper DeNoyer walked into Ford Field on Saturday, Nov. 2, feeling good. DeNoyer and the other members of the Ferndale High School marching band had a terrific season, and they knew they had a chance to take first place at the Michigan Competing Band Association State Championships.

Published November 5, 2019

Ferndale High’s fall play leads audiences into ‘Sleepy Hollow’

FERNDALE — The students of Ferndale High School will take on a nearly 200-year-old story for the school’s fall play.

Published November 5, 2019

Ferndale sets $15 minimum wage for city employees

FERNDALE — A recent resolution approved by the Ferndale City Council will establish a $15 per hour minimum wage for full-time and part-time employees of the city, except for seasonal workers.

Published November 5, 2019

SMART proposes new plan for service improvements

METRO DETROIT — The Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation is presenting a plan for improvements and upgrades to the public that it hopes to implement over the next five years.

Published November 4, 2019

Prosecutor’s Office declines to authorize charges in cold case

FERNDALE — The Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office has declined to move forward with charges after Ferndale police arrested a suspect in a homicide case from 2010.

Published October 31, 2019

Arrest made in 2010 Ferndale homicide case

FERNDALE — The Ferndale Police Department has made an arrest in a homicide case that dates back to 2010.

Published October 31, 2019

The Friday 5 — Nov. 1-3

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published October 30, 2019

Now’s the time to give Medicare plans the once-over

METRO DETROIT — Now through Dec. 7 is the only time that Medicare beneficiaries can change their prescription drug plans.

Published October 30, 2019

Behind the Wheel: Falcon owner still making memories with first car

In 1980, Rick Schanz, of West Bloomfield, bought his first car — a 1960 Ford Falcon — and he’s still driving it today, nearly 40 years later.

Published October 30, 2019

Keep your mower in tiptop shape with winter prep

METRO DETROIT — Bright colors, falling leaves and the crisp, cool air of autumn are signs that yardwork will soon turn from lawn mowing to snowblowing as Old Man Winter comes to town.

Sylvia Durant, 83, of Farmington Hills, is the author of “A Better Man, Woman & Child” and “Rich Wisdom.”

Published October 30, 2019

‘It’s never too late’ to share your story

METRO DETROIT — Author Sylvia Durant, 83, of Farmington Hills, knows firsthand that it’s never too late for anyone, especially seniors, to share their stories of wisdom and learning with the world.