The private beach at Cranberry Lake in Oakland Township was bustling with residents enjoying the Independence Day holiday. (Photo by Larry Sobczak) (more…)
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Because of continuing COVID-19 concerns and restrictions, the 2020 Eastern Michigan State Fair is being pared down to a per-day, youth exhibitor-only “Show & Go Showcase.” As a result, the 2020 Fair will not include…
Romeo High School Assistant Football Coach Mike Lee checks the temperature from senior Wes Jones before practice began on Thursday, June 25. Temperature checks are one of the precautions taken as the team gets ready…
BY STACY SOBOTKA The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on small businesses everywhere. The Village of Armada is working to allow businesses in the downtown area to take things outside. The Armada Village Council…
Here is an artist’s rendition of the proposed apartments on Van Dyke Avenue north of 31 Mile Road that was submitted to Washington Township by Racz Construction. (Submitted drawing) BY STACY SOBOTKA After numerous meetings…
BY STACY SOBOTKA Washington Township officials are exploring ways to pave the entire length of 30 Mile Road between Mound Road and Van Dyke Avenue. The Washington Township Board of Trustees approved a proposal at…
BY STACY SOBOTKA A new restaurant is in the works for Washington Township. At their meeting on June 17, the Washington Township Board of Trustees approved the formal application for a liquor license for K-Block’s…
BY STACY SOBOTKA The Oakland Township Parks and Recreation Commission is pursuing rezonings in order to preserve parkland and prepare them for future trailheads. The Oakland Township Board of Trustees approved the second reading and…
The Utica City Council voted unanimously to dissolve the Downtown Development Authority board June 9. Due to cuts in funds coming from the state, the council felt that the move was necessary in order to…
A Blanding’s turtle (Emydoidea blandingii) crosses the Paint Creek Trail in Oakland Township last week carrying a back full of small aquatic vegetation from a pond to the stream. In Michigan, Blanding’s turtle is fully…