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Priority Waste finalizes GFL purchase and takes over some Oakland County routes
Dozens of Metro Detroit cities will now receive garbage pickup service from Priority Waste after last-minute contract approvals last week, including Pontiac, Rochester Hills, Waterford Township, Farmington Hills, Milford Township, Royal Oak, Hazel Park and Oak Park. Priority became Michigan’s largest waste hauler when it finalized its purchase of GFL...
ERA® Affiliated Brokerage Expands Presence in Metro Detroit With Acquisition
July 02, 2024 // Franchising.com // DETROIT, M.I. - ERA Prime Real Estate Group, with offices in Farmington and Grand Blanc, has acquired Compass Realty Pro in Southgate. The combined operation consisting of three offices is now doing business as ERA Prime Real Estate Group. The move creates a seamless service area in markets serving the Greater Detroit Metro region, increasing ERA Prime Real Estate Group’s service area and market share further into Southeast Michigan.
Alleged tattoo studio shooter was suspect in 2009 Oakland County murder
HOWELL — The Daily has confirmed Jeremy Michael Heath, 48, who faces open murder charges for a shooting at Metro Studios Ink in downtown Howell, was also a suspect in a high-profile Oakland County murder in 2009. The open murder charge was announced by the Howell Police Department on Tuesday, July 2, joining charges of carrying a dangerous weapon with unlawful intent, felony firearm and carrying a concealed weapon. Heath was arraigned on those charges Monday. ...
Man's body pulled from lake in Pontiac, Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating
A man has been found dead in an Oakland County lake. Members of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department and other first responders were on the scene Tuesday, at Baldwin Rd. and Montcalm in Pontiac.
Watch Luke Bryan Dedicate Heartfelt “Drink a Beer” Performance to Fallen Michigan Sheriff
Luke Bryan knows how to tap into his listeners’ sense of patriotism. His 2022 song “Country On” is a tribute to our nation’s often-unsung heroes, such as farmers, firemen and soldiers. However, the “Love You, Miss You, Mean It” singer isn’t merely paying lip service. During a recent concert in Michigan, Bryan took the time to honor a law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty.
Michigan woman, dog die in Oakland County house fire
(CBS DETROIT) - A 37-year-old Michigan woman and her dog died in a house fire Sunday, officials said.Authorities received a call from an acquaintance of Lakeisha Arnae Moton of Pontiac, who reported that she wasn't getting a response when she tried to get in contact with Moton. Oakland County deputies and Waterford fire officials responded to Moton's home in the 600 block of Raskob just after 1 p.m.When they arrived, they found a fresh layer of soot covering the home, and they found Moton lying unresponsive in the hallway of the single-story home. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities also say the fire likely began in the home's kitchen. A dog was in a kennel inside the house at the time of the fire and also died. An autopsy revealed that smoke inhalation was the cause of death and that the manner of her death was accidental.
Livingston & Western Oakland Meals on Wheels
Livingston & Western Oakland Meals on Wheels in Brighton is a nonprofit organization that utilizes more than 500 volunteers to deliver daily meals to 1,600-plus homebound seniors 60 years of age or older in the Livingston County and western and southeast Oakland County. It provides a nutritious meal, human contact, and a safety check Monday through Friday. The organization delivers frozen meals on Fridays to be used on Saturday and Sunday. The program is conducted alongside the Livingston County Senior Nutrition Program.
Tate’s Joy event to raise awareness of suicide prevention and pet adoption
ROYAL OAK — In honor of her daughter, who died in 2020 due to suicide, Melissa Ambrose-Eidson created a charity event dedicated to the things that her daughter, Tatum, loved. The event is called “Tate’s Joy” and will be taking place July 20 at the First Congregational Church of...
LTU Creates New Division of Research and Economic Development
SOUTHFIELD – Lawrence Technological University has consolidated its research and economic development activities into a new division. The university’s sponsored research effort has grown from less than $1 million a year a decade ago to nearly $10 million a year today, with research funding coming from both industry and government agencies like the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health.
Guy Fieri Owned Chicken Guy! Closes Livonia Location
The Guy Fieri-owned Chicken Guy! restaurant in Livonia, Michigan has closed. The fast-casual dining restaurant opened on Saturday, April 1st, 2023. At that time there were plans to open 19 more Southeast Michigan locations. Just over one year later, Chicken Guy! suddenly announced its closure. According to WXYZ, the Tomey...
‘Zero-tolerance approach’ -- Metro Detroit to see enhanced police presence enforcing firework safety
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – The clock is ticking to Independence Day and ahead of all the family fun, police are reminding everyone to stay safe when lighting fireworks. ---> Warn your dogs: Michigan’s legal fireworks window opens today -- what to know about the law. You’ve probably already...
Northville Downs neighbors say demolition 'fun to watch'
NORTHVILLE — From his home near the corner of Beal and River streets, Kurt Bartel had a front row seat as excavators reduced the historic Northville Downs clubhouse to rubble. The clubhouse is the last of many buildings on the 48-acre property to face demolition as Hunter Pasteur Homes...
Michigan is building the nation’s first smart highway
A three-mile stretch of Interstate 94 in Michigan will be converted into America’s first smart highway. Axios reports that the Alphabet-backed startup Cavnue has started constructing the smart highway as part of a new pilot project that could spur other construction projects across the country. Another project, a "Smart Freight Corridor" on State Highway 130 by Austin, Texas, is also being developed.
Watch Out For Stinging Nettles During July 4th Weekend
If you and your kids plan on being outside a lot in Michigan during the Fourth of July weekend, watch out for stinging nettles or someone will have a bad couple of days. Many Michiganders will be camping, barbecuing, fishing, hiking, or walking, and some will do yard projects during the Fourth of July weekend.
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