BIRMINGHAM — At the beginning of every year, the city of Birmingham holds a long-range planning meeting that opens with a five-year financial forecast from the city’s finance department. This year’s meeting was held Jan. 25.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players are combining elements of comedy and romance in their production of “Crossing Delancey.”

OAKLAND COUNTY — For 28 years, CARE House of Oakland County has hosted its annual Circle of Friends Luncheon as a way to raise awareness of the nonprofit’s mission to protect children by preventing, intervening and treating child abuse and neglect.

BIRMINGHAM — Jason Emerine was appointed to the City Commission last November.

BIRMINGHAM — The city of Birmingham, Birmingham Next and the YMCA recently issued a survey seeking community input on what residents want to see in the new building that will sit on 400 E. Lincoln, the current YMCA property.

BIRMINGHAM/FRANKLIN — In 2024, community-centered stories on local government and more were published in the Eagle.

Local municipal leaders share their goals for the new year

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — In just seven days, Bloomfield Hills High School alumnus Merrick Chernett ran seven marathons in seven continents. At the age of 18, Chernett is the youngest person to complete the Great World Race.

BIRMINGHAM — Cardholders at the Baldwin Public Library can now rent out tools, electronics and more in their new Library of Things. 

BIRMINGHAM/BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — December is a popular time of year for gift giving, which many turn to e-commerce options such as Facebook Marketplace. 

BIRMINGHAM — When Connie Folk was a teenager, she spent much of her time at the Birmingham Ice Arena as a competitive figure skater. At the time, little did she know that she would one day have an ice resurfacer named after her.

FRANKLIN — The village of Franklin’s downtown may be small in size, but it is packed with unique businesses eager to welcome customers. 

BIRMINGHAM — A familiar face is stepping back into the role of mayor of Birmingham: Therese Longe. 

BIRMINGHAM — Indulge in high comedy with the Birmingham Village Players during their run of “Present Laughter.” 

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — For those who do not plan on spending the day after Thanksgiving holiday gift shopping, Cranbrook Institute of Science is hosting an event all about dinosaurs.