Farmington Hills News

The City of Farmington Hills Department of Special Services and Park-It have partnered to create a fun event where families can enjoy the splash pad, bouncer, games, nature hikes, and a whole lot more.

Three Democrats -- Barry Brickner, Theresa Rich and Christine Greig -- and two Republicans -- Richard Lerner and Julie Grippo -- will battle it out on the Aug. 5 primary ballot.

Saying goodbye to Sister Colette Heck is a tough mountain to climb for members of the St. Alexander Catholic Church community.

Michigan's 14th Congressional District is a test-tube baby, conceived by gerrymandering to favor Democrats.

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Enjoy an evening out at Heritage Park with the Farmington Community Band's Big Band' on Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m. The band will perform vocal solos and energetic introductions, as well as favorite jazz and swing pieces.

A Michigan Republican Party operative who trained young workers to film Democrats with secret " spy glasses " has a documented history of political subterfuge.

6 and Sunday, Sept. 7 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Costick Center, 28600 11 Mile. Auditions are open to beginners and also experienced actors, residents and non-residents, in grades 1 through 12. Auditions take place on a "drop-in" basis with no appointments needed.

With highlights that include the evolution of the sports car, the visionary designs of Virgil Exner, jet age pick-ups and the 50th anniversary of Mustang and Lamborghini, the renowned Concours d'Elegance of America on Sunday, July 27 The Concours is considered one of the most prestigious showings of classic, rare and magnificent automobiles in the ... (more)

Jeanne and Dave Trumpy had never eaten at Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza in Canton until Tuesday night.

This is the sheet that surrounds the new Medal of Honor stamps that will be issued as of this Saturday.

There is an additional sense of anticipation and excitement surrounding the annual Live Downtown games following the recent announcement of a new Red Wings arena with housing, entertainment and retail developments on Woodward.

After 57 years, through wars, recessions, and a major construction boom and bust, one of Ann Arbor's oldest equipment rental businesses has new owners.

The median selling price in Metro Detroit rose on an annual basis for a 16th straight month in June, according to figures released Monday by Farmington Hills-based Realcomp, the multiple listing service for southeast Michigan and a small portion of northern Ohio.

SUMMARY OF PROCEEDINGS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JULY 14, 2014 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Brickner at 7:35p.m. Council Present: Brickner, Bridges, Bruce, Knol, Lerner, Massey and Steckloff Council Absent: None Others Present: City Manager Brock, City Clerk Smith, Assistant City Manager Boyer, Assistant to the City Manager Geinzer, ... (more)

The UpTake : Manoj Bhargava spent a decade living as monk in India before creating the 5-hour Energy drink that made him a U.S. billionaire.

First-term U.S. Rep. Kerry Bentivolio, Milford, a Tea Party favorite, faces a challenge in the Aug. 5 Republican primary by David Trott, chairman and CEO of Farmington Hills-based Trott & Trott PC .

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Detroit's bankruptcy judge scolded the city's emergency manager for the shut offs.

The two candidates, who will vie for a seat on the Oakland County Commission representing the 14th District, responded to a questionnaire provided by the Farmington Observer.