BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Local chef Mike Eckles recently competed against 10 other chefs for $100,000 in “Pressure Cooker,” a Netflix cooking competition show. Eckles grew up in Bloomfield Hills and went to Lahser High School.

BIRMINGHAM — Since there may be a sense of concern among residents about how their local government has prepared for the possibility of a train derailment following a recent incident in East Palestine, Ohio, the Birmingham Fire Department has expressed confidence in their abilities to handle train emergencies.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Bloomfield Hills City Commission discussed potential options to rehabilitate or replace the Chesterfield Road bridge Feb. 14.

BIRMINGHAM — The annual “Current Student Works Show” will be on display at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center until March 2. This juried exhibition showcases the work of BBAC adult students.

BIRMINGHAM — Each year, Character.org recognizes schools and districts that have been intentional, proactive and comprehensive about incorporating character into all aspects of school life. Four Michigan schools received this designation this year, three of which are part of Birmingham Public Schools.

METRO DETROIT — Several residents from Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills and Beverly Hills will be showing their hot rods and customs at Detroit Autorama. The 70th year of this world-famous hot rod show will take place Feb. 24-26 at downtown Detroit’s Huntington Place.

BIRMINGHAM — The city’s Historic District Commission is continuing to work on the development of a new set of historic design guidelines.

BIRMINGHAM — Before the regular Birmingham City Commission meeting Feb. 13, an official City Commission workshop meeting was held to discuss current marijuana laws.

METRO DETROIT — For business owners, networking is a great way to build connections and grow professional contacts. As the number of female entrepreneurs rises, networking can be particularly beneficial, as it often creates a culture of women supporting one another in business.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Twenty years ago, Dream Arts Co. was founded by Tiffany Sims, who had a vision that she brought to life in the Birmingham-Bloomfield community.

BIRMINGHAM — The City Commission declared a climate emergency and established an Ad Hoc Environmental Sustainability Committee Jan. 23.

FRANKLIN — Since Franklin Village retail shops are 100% women-owned, the downtown community has a strong culture of women supporting women. This winter, they are once again giving back to the community through supporting the organization, I Support the Girls.

BEVERLY HILLS — On Dec. 13, 2022, Beverly Park turned 100. The village of Beverly Hills is celebrating the park’s anniversary throughout 2023 by sharing memories and stories of Beverly Park.

BIRMINGHAM — Scott Grewe has recently begun his new role as the Birmingham Police Department’s chief of police.

BIRMINGHAM — Improving the trails in Birmingham has been a plan circulating since 2006. However, when the original Trail Improvement Concept Plan was made, there was no funding available at the time.