WEST BLOOMFIELD — Plans are now underway for West Bloomfield’s budget in 2026, and the township is requesting the public’s input.

FARMINGTON — At its July 21 meeting, the Farmington City Council voted 4-0 to extend hours for businesses in the Syndicate social district.

KEEGO HARBOR — On Aug. 7, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled 3-0 to dissolve an order that had paused the demolition of Roosevelt Elementary.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — At the 22nd Orchard Lake Fine Art Show in West Bloomfield July 26-27, nearly 200 artists displayed their wares, including about 60 artists who are children.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Officials in Farmington Hills are considering what to do next regarding a potential replacement for the recreational hub known as the Costick Center.

FARMINGTON — This year’s Farmington Founders Festival was filled with fun, food, entertainment and activities for guests of all ages — even their dogs.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Kenneth Flowers, 64, of Farmington Hills, was sentenced in Oakland County 6th Circuit Court in Pontiac before Judge Martha Anderson on July 17 for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old boy in Flowers’ home.

FARMINGTON HILLS — A road worker for the Road Commission for Oakland County died on the scene when the three-member crew was struck by an SUV that crossed the median the morning of July 23 on Orchard Lake Road in Farmington Hills.

SYLVAN LAKE — The Sylvan Lake City Council recently amended the budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

METRO DETROIT — A local man stands accused of participation in a crime ring fraudulently purchasing and reselling drinks.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Now in its 22nd year, the Orchard Lake Fine Art Show will return to West Bloomfield this weekend.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Samantha LaLonde, 29, a Farmington Hills native and graduate of Harrison High School, was named “Rookie of the Year” in the 2025 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race by finishing with the best time for the first-time mushers.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The Greater West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce will recognize individuals making a difference in their community at an upcoming award ceremony.

ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE — The city of Orchard Lake Village began its new fiscal year July 1.

FARMINGTON HILLS — Words and art combined during Farmington Hill’s inaugural Literary Art Exhibit at Farmington Hills City Hall June 25.