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Chocolate shop in Michigan named one of the Top 10 in the entire country
HAMTRAMCK, MI - A Michigan chocolate shop has been listed as one of the Top 10 in the entire country. Bon Bon Bon has landed at No. 7 on USA Today’s 10 Best Chocolate Shops in the U.S. list. “This Hamtramck-based artisan chocolate company creates bonbons with clever flavor...
OU faculty contract negotiations update: differences in workload, merit scores and economic proposals
With the faculty contract extended by one day, negotiations continue with the integration of a mediator to resolve differences in economics, workload and merit scores. After four bargaining sessions since July 23, the Oakland University American Association of University Professors (OU-AAUP) and the OU Bargaining Team continue negotiations in hopes of reaching an agreement during the next scheduled session on Aug. 15.
LTU receives $1.7M grant to improve health care in rural Michigan
SOUTHFIELD — Lawrence Technological University said it will use a $1.7 million federal grant to bridge the gap for rural areas’ access to health care. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration grant will help place students in their second year in of a master’s-level physician assistant studies program in hospitals and clinics throughout mid-Michigan and the thumb area, including Huron, Lapeer, Ogemaw, Sanilac, Shiawasse and Tuscola counties.
Value fashion retailer to open first Michigan location in September
An international retail chain is opening its first Michigan location this September. Primark, an Ireland-based fashion retailer, will open its newest store at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, Michigan on Thursday, September 12. The 36,600 square foot space will offer clothing, homewares and beauty products. “Entering the state...
Officials eye updates to Troy Family Aquatic Center
TROY — More than 20,000 people have come to the Troy Family Aquatic Center this season so far, but according to a recent study, some upgrades and rebranding could bring much more attention to the Troy amenity. Troy Recreation Director Brian Goul said some changes have been made and...
Stellantis announces up to 2,450 job cuts at plant outside Detroit
DETROIT, Michigan: Stellantis has announced the potential layoff of up to 2,450 union workers at its Warren Truck Plant near Detroit, which currently employs 3,700 people. The job cuts are linked to the company's decision to shift production of the Ram 1500 Tradesman pickup truck to its Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Michigan. The Tradesman, an older version of the Ram 1500, has been primarily sold to commercial businesses, but a new model for the 2025 model year is now being produced at Sterling Heights.
2024 Cultural Arts Award winners announced
The Cultural Council of Birmingham Bloomfield, a non-profit 501c-3 that promotes and supports the cultural life in the community, has announced the 2024 Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Award winners, which will go to Hedy Blatt, Gary Wasserman and the Village of Beverly Hills. This year, their awards ceremony will take...
Oakland University, professor negotiating contracts
Oakland University and its professors have reached a stalemate as the fall semester inches closer. The current contract between the union representing the professors and the university will expire on Aug. 15, but the two remain at odds over the OU's proposal.
Signature Sotheby’s files suit over MLS access
Several members of the Signature Sotheby’s real estate firm, with offices in Birmingham, Grosse Pointe and Northville, have filed a lawsuit in federal court Eastern District against the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the Michigan Association of Realtors, three local real estate organizations and the firm controlling the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for homes for sale, alleging that compulsory membership in those groups amounts to a restraint of trade and that recent rules adopted have made the MLS listings of questionable value.
Holland Ave. closed this month amid construction
PORT HURON — Construction was expected to get underway this week on Holland Avenue on the city’s north end. According to a news release from the city, reconstruction was slated to begin Monday with the roadway closed to thru traffic until the end of this month. ...
Terra ownership okayed for former Morrie site
Birmingham City \Commissioners unanimously approved an ownership change for the former site of The Morrie, to now be known as Terra Kitchen & Cocktail, for ownership group Old Woodward STA, LLC, at their meeting on Monday, August 12. The new restaurant, at 260 N. Old Woodward in the Palladium building,...
Unlocked vehicles with key fobs leading to more thefts in Park
GROSSE POINTE PARK — Along with pre-bedtime rituals like brushing their teeth and setting their alarm, Grosse Pointe Park Public Safety Director James Bostock would like to see people add a new one: Make sure the car key fob is inside the house. Although crime overall is down in...
Richmond baker who competed on Netflix series gets state tribute
A local baker was recently honored by state officials following her appearance on Netflix’s “Blue Ribbon Baking Championship.”. Lois Spruytte, a self-taught baker and competitive cook from Richmond, competed on the new series that launched Aug. 9. State Rep. Jaime Greene, R-Richmond, joined Spruytte on the day of the premiere to celebrate her accomplishments and congratulate her for her appearance. Greene presented Spruytte with a state of Michigan tribute signed by herself and state Sen. Dan Lauwers, R-Brockway Township.
Marshall Music Company closes 3 metro Detroit stores, opens new location in Troy
With a new store as shiny as its brass trumpets inside, the Michigan-made musical instrument store chain Marshall Music Company opened the doors to a new location on Monday. At 1965 Larchwood Drive in Troy, just 3 miles from the original Troy location, this new location is designated to serve all of metro Detroit, as it replaces the three other Marshall Music locations in Allen Park, Troy and West Bloomfield that have closed their doors with the...
Council reverses planning board's rejection of permit for 10th Street marijuana shop
PORT HURON — A sixth marijuana retail shop could be moving forward on Port Huron’s southside after all. Just under a week since the city’s planning commission rejected plans for a cannabis establishment at 10th and Division streets, City Council members have reversed the decision. ...
‘Lord of the Rings’ star surprises diners and servers at Michigan restaurant
DETROIT - An unexpected celebrity encounter recently occurred at a Michigan restaurant involving one of the stars of the “Lord of the Rings” franchise. Actor Elijah Wood dined last week at Dime Store, located in downtown Detroit. The restaurant also has a second location in Rochester Hills. The...
CruiseFest parade to bring the classics back to Berkley
BERKLEY — Classic vehicles from yesteryear will take to the city of Berkley during Woodward Dream Cruise weekend. The Berkley CruiseFest Classic Car Parade will take place at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16. The parade will be on 12 Mile Road, traveling from Woodward Avenue to Greenfield Road. Interim...
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