FRANKLIN — At a recent Franklin Village Council meeting, a new business item was brought to the council: consideration of an ordinance that would restrict residents from using plastic and other non-living plant material in their landscaping.

BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham, Michigan, is home to unique art, culture and community. One thing less unique about the city is its name, which is shared with a major city in England and 17 other North American locations.

BIRMINGHAM — The city of Birmingham earned a gold seal of achievement in the Michigan Green Communities Challenge, a program promoted as providing best practices and recognition for sustainability efforts.

BIRMINGHAM/FRANKLIN/BLOOMFIELD HILLS — There were no flowers on the property when Birmingham resident Julie Dawson moved into her home 50 years ago.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Bloomfield Hills High School Class of 2024 is graduating a record number of twins and triplets this year.

BIRMINGHAM — The Department of Public Services is in the process of developing plans for the Booth Park entry plaza and trail improvement project.

BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham residents can start getting excited about creating memories outside on hot summer nights. The Birmingham Shopping District’s Friday Movie Nights series is returning for another year.

FRANKLIN — This year, Franklin resident and bestselling author Mitch Albom will be joining the community at the historic Franklin Cemetery for the annual Memorial Day service, presented by The Franklin Cemetery Association. The ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. May 27.

BEVERLY HILLS — The Beverly Hills Lions Club is holding its 40th annual Memorial Day Fun Run/Walk on Memorial Day, followed by the Beverly Hills Memorial Day Parade.

BIRMINGHAM — The city of Birmingham recently received a grant from the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments for a road safety audit of the intersection of Maple Road and Eton Street.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Cranbrook Schools junior Summer Su is the only Michigan student and the only saxophonist who has been selected for the NYO2, a program through Carnegie Hall.

BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham Public Schools plans to expand their middle school robotics program and add an all-girls team next year.

BIRMINGHAM — In July 2023, the city of Birmingham formed an Artificial Intelligence Committee to review and consider the potential of AI tools within the city.

BIRMINGHAM — On Sunday, May 19, the Celebrate Birmingham Hometown Parade will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a party in Shain Park at 4 p.m.

BEVERLY HILLS — The Arbor Day Foundation recently recognized the village of Beverly Hills as a Tree City USA.