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MJ Galbraith

MJ Galbraith is a writer and musician living in Detroit. Follow him on Twitter @mikegalbraith.

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A new mural by artist Zach Curtis in Hazel Park.
Daydream realized: New mural in Hazel Park provides the city ‘a bit of magic’ in more ways than one

“I think (children) see themselves in it,” says Corrine Stocker, Library Director at Hazel Park District Library. “It's just a bit of magic, and it really lifts up the library and the city in general.”

Livernoise Avenue in Ferndale.
Oakland County to host annual showcase for economic development opportunities in these 21 cities

“This event allows investors and developers to engage directly with local leaders and talk about exciting new projects in our communities,” says Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter.

Inside a then-new HTI Cybernetics facility in 2019.
Sterling Heights companies do their part to help fill the talent pipeline on Manufacturing Day
The Edgar Poe-inspired festival debuted in 2020 and has since become an annual tradition in downtown Farmington each October.
Grand Raven Festival returns to downtown Farmington with all of its tricks and treats

It’s October, which means that Edgar the Grand Raven has made its annual return to downtown Farmington.

The Sterling Heights Skate Park opened in November of 2017 — the first cornerstone amenity that was completed on the Recreating Recreation timeline.
Sterling Heights parks and recreation director named president-elect of this statewide organization

"His dedication to our community has transformed our parks, and we have seen firsthand the positive impact parks and recreation have on the quality of life for our residents," says Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor.

“Spirit of Sterling Heights” by Marcia Wood
Sterling Heights council member honored with Sinclair Service Award from Michigan Municipal League

“Being recognized for something you love doing is an unexpected honor,” says Sterling Heights council member Barbara Ziarko.

Martin Road Park in Ferndale.
Pickleball courts (and lots more) coming to this Ferndale neighborhood park

The next round of improvements slated for Ferndale’s Martin Road Park is underway.

Kensington Metropark in Oakland County.
Oakland County receives countywide recognition for sustainability efforts

“This recognition is a testament to the county and its communities," says Oakland County’s Chief Sustainability Officer Erin Quetell.

At the decking station, the body and chassis of a Ram 1500 officially join together for the remainder of the assembly process at Stellantis’ Sterling Heights, Mich., facility.
This Sterling Heights plant becomes first in U.S. to build fully electric vehicle for Stellantis

“Sterling Heights Assembly has performed an incredible transformation in record time and I want to thank our colleagues for this great achievement,” says Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares.

“We’re trying to build a Ferrari here, and I’m confident at this point that we really are,” says Jesse Hopkins, founder of Clay Avenue Guitar Co.
How this local guitar company is feeling reinvigorated by its new Hazel Park workshop

“We’re trying to build a Ferrari here, and I’m confident at this point that we really are,” says Jesse Hopkins, founder of Clay Avenue Guitar Co.

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