FRANKLIN — Main Street Franklin was recently awarded the Spirit of Main Street Grant, a partnership between Genisys Credit Union and Main Street Oakland County. A check for $2,300 was presented at the village of Franklin regular council meeting Feb. 9.

BIRMINGHAM — The ownership of the store at 34244 Woodward Ave. changed hands from Papa Joe’s to Market Square.

BLOOMFIELD  TOWNSHIP — At the Feb. 16 Bloomfield Township Planning Commission meeting, residents spoke up about their opposition to a proposed text amendment to the township zoning ordinance and a site plan to develop an event center.

BIRMINGHAM — Throughout 2026, people from Birmingham’s local history will be highlighted in the “They Changed Birmingham” display that can be found in the central lobby of City Hall.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Katie Pietrosante, a Bloomfield Hills resident and senior at Marian High School, was recently recognized for her commitment to service and leadership at her school and in her community. 

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Village Club Enrichment Fund has started a new program that is intended to uplift the voices of local women.

BEVERLY HILLS — The community has until March 1 to share feedback with the village of Beverly Hills through the Southfield and Beverly Roads Traffic Calming Intersection Study Survey.

BEVERLY HILLS — Jabari Long, a 45-year-old Beverly Hills resident, pleaded guilty on Jan. 20 to wire fraud affecting a financial institution.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Cranbrook Institute of Science is welcoming a new exhibit for families and the local community to explore throughout the winter and spring.

BIRMINGHAM — New Birmingham Fire Chief Matt Bartalino was sworn into his new role in December, but he has been with the department far longer than that, serving in several positions since 2003.

BIRMINGHAM — The summer before her junior year of high school, Seaholm High School student Tessa Shane had stopped doing sports and was looking for something she could do to get involved with the community, outside of school.

BIRMINGHAM — The Eagle covered a variety of community-centered stories in 2025 that featured local voices. Here are some updates to a couple of the stories from last year.

BIRMINGHAM — When the city of Birmingham sent out a survey in 2024 that asked residents if they believe historic preservation is a worthwhile goal, 94% of the 201 respondents said “yes.”

To kick off 2026, each municipality in the Eagle’s coverage area has shared its goals for the new year.

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Last year, Bloomfield Hills High School students were inspired to form a debate club. This year, the club has officially become a team that has proven itself time and time again at tournaments.