Royal Oak Arboretum to receive 100 new trees thanks to this $250K gift
"The arboretum will be a visible way for us to carry on Fred's legacy for years to come," says Dr. Neil Hawkins, president of the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation.
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Dining Destinations: Neighborhood gas stations, party stores with surprising beer and wine options
Does your regular gas station stop have a surprisingly excellent selection of Michigan craft beer? And regional wines? Locally-distilled gin? Welcome to Metro Detroit's hidden gems. Tucked into our neighborhoods are local party stores and liquor shops that consistently punch above their weight in beverage selections.
Ice, Ice, Baby! Top spots to go skating in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties
Royal Oak's new ice skating rink is the latest in a collection of great spots to do some urban ice skating. Find one near you to get into the winter wonderland scene this season.
Eastern Market Brewing’s new high tech taproom nears opening in Royal Oak
“With self-pour technology, (staff) can focus on storytelling and creating an awesome, inviting experience,” says Dayne Bartscht, co-founder and managing partner of Eastern Market Brewing Co.
8 Things: Outdoor fun to squeeze into your summer
Metro Detroit SHINES in the summer, and we know how to do it well. Here are eight ways to get out and embrace the season before it comes to an end.
How communities are tackling Metro Detroit’s biggest biking infrastructure challenges
"Every time I ride to places like Hines Drive or some of the other suburbs, there's sections of it where there is significant cycling infrastructure," says cyclist Andrew Smith, who has never had a driver's license for a motor vehicle. "But there are also significant gaps that as a cyclist make me feel like that's the border of my world."
Can Oakland County’s new resolutions, blueprint to end homelessness, increase housing security?
Oakland County's two new resolutions have been called "potentially transformational" in achieving housing equity. Can they make a difference? “If we segregate this so the rich live here and the poor live there, it’s a recipe for disaster,” says Commissioner Dave Woodward “And history will bear that out.”
How beloved community theater houses across metro Detroit have adapted to survive
“People said streaming’s gonna kill the movies,” says The Maple Theater's managing partner Ruth Daniels. “They said TV was gonna kill the movies, VHS was gonna kill the movies, cable and DVDs were gonna kill the movies, you know? But, nothing kills the movies." Here's how iconic movie theaters across metro Detroit, like Plymouth's The Penn, Farmington's Civic Theater, The Phoenix and The Redford, have adapted to make it through the COVID-19 pandemic.
How do we talk to our children about Oxford? Guidelines for navigating hard conversations
Parents around Metro Detroit are grappling with how to talk to their children about the fatal shooting at Oxford High School on Tuesday. Sadly, they aren't alone, but there are resources to help. We've compiled a list of guides that can assist with navigating tough conversations.
Looking Back: Royal Oak’s community dynamics change, and grow, along with its city
When the TV show "History Detectives" came to Royal Oak, they highlighted the rare letter signed by Abraham Lincoln that lives in the city's museum. But it's just one way Royal Oak's history is being preserved. “You’re not seeing downtown demolitions, you’re seeing renovations," says Pat Paruch, city commissioner and mayor pro-tem. "That’s been a constant for decades and it hasn’t changed.”
