Southern Michigan communities turn to regional management of growing deer herds

On opposite sides of the state, Kent County, and the cities of Farmington Hills, Farmington and Southfield, have turned to regional coalitions to manage growing deer populations.

Multi-story development approved for city

SUPPORT LOCAL JOURNALISM. DONATE TO DOWNTOWN NEWSMAGAZINE. A new mixed-use, multi-story development is set to be constructed at the southeast corner of Woodward Avenue and Maple Road after Birmingham’s Planning Board unanimously approved the final site plan and design during the Wednesday, October 28, meeting. The major development, proposed...

West Bloomfield sets election turnout record

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Record numbers were set for voting in West Bloomfield Township during the Nov. 3 election. “With approximately 40,000 ballots cast, participation in the 2026 general election has surpassed West Bloomfield Township’s previous gubernatorial general election turnout record of 36,407 ballots set in 2022,” said Debbie Binder, West Bloomfield Clerk and trustee. “We have also exceeded the total number of ballots cast in several previous presidential election years, including 2008, 2012 and 2016.”

Food drive in Burton for Thanksgiving, Christmas

Mt. Bethel Cemetery expanded, board re-established

Groveland Twp. — The Groveland Township Board of Trustees re-established the cemetery board for Mt. Bethel and Olive Branch cemeteries on Monday night, for the first time since 2019. Following the appointment format used by previous cemetery boards, the newly appointed members include Treasurer Theresa Bills, Sexton Bill McIninch,...

Cherry Republic Opens First Metro Detroit Shop in Birmingham

Cherry Republic, a Northern Michigan cherry products company, just opened its first Metro Detroit store at 243 W. Maple Road in downtown Birmingham. It's the 10th Cherry Republic location in Michigan, with a seasonal pop-up location at The Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township. Shoppers will find the items...

CONCRETE REPLACEMENT WORK AT GRAND RIVER AVE./BECK RD. INTERSECTION IN NOVI STARTS NOV. 17

The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) expects to conduct concrete replacement work at the Grand River Avenue/Beck Road intersection in Novi from Tuesday, Nov. 17, through late November. During the work, eastbound and westbound traffic will be maintained on Grand River Avenue. However, eastbound Grand River Avenue traffic will...

How Milford football went from 'skinny kids on the block' to regional final

Milford's players and coaches are still learning new details about each other, months into a Michigan high school football season where seemingly every moment is shared, "I learned more about our team this week," Milford coach Andrew Micovich said Monday, Nov. 9. "We had some birthdays that we usually don't get to celebrate because we are usually done by this time." Those new celebrations are being squeezed around film sessions and practices as Milford continues with the most successful football season in recent program history. The Mavericks, 10-1, are alive as one of the final eight teams remaining in Division 2 in the MHSAA football playoffs, after winning a district championship last week for the first time since 2006. After sharing the Lakes Valley Conference title for the program's first conference title since 2006, Milford went into the playoffs and defeated Midland and Midland Dow to extend its winning streak to seven. "This is the deepest into the calendar I've ever played in all my years of football," said senior receiver Bryce Marszalek, a Northwood baseball commit. "I never thought I'd be playing football this late, but I'm excited. And I think we have a good shot to make it

Davison, North Branch and Valley Lutheran each capture volleyball Regional titles

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - On Thursday night, the high school volleyball Regional Finals took place. 10 Mid-Michigan teams looked to bring home another trophy. Davison defeats Dow 3-0 in Division One. North Branch beats Frankenmuth 3-1 in Division Two. Ogemaw Heights fell to Kingsley 3-0 in Division Two. Roscommon sweeps...

PHOTOS: Cosplayers and vendors fill the showroom at Motor City Comic Con

NOVI, Mich. - Fans of comics and pop culture are flocking to the metro Detroit area this weekend for the fall edition Motor City Comic Con. Check out the gallery at the top of this article for photos of some amazing cosplayers. Mid-Michigan NOW spoke with Andrew Sheppard of Chroma...

Carter’s Is Now Open at The Village of Rochester Hills!

Rochester Hills, you officially have a Carter’s!!. The brand new Carter’s store at The Village of Rochester Hills opened its doors on Thursday, November 12, and I was there for it! If you have babies, toddlers, or big kids at home, this is such a fun new spot to shop for our side of town.

Bond approved for Farmington Public Schools

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — During the election Nov. 3, voters in the Farmington Public Schools district approved a bond proposal. The school district serves both Farmington and Farmington Hills. The proposal was for a $171 million bond that would be used to improve the 17 buildings in the district, modernizing...

Martians ground Red Wings 42-7 for fifth stright Distirct crown

Atlas Twp.— The Goodrich Martians moved one step closer to Detroit and Ford Field and the MHSAA State finals. The Goodrich Martians captured their fifth consecutive district crown Nov. 6, routing the St. Johns Red Wings 42-7 at Roy C. Stacey Stadium. Bracing for true Michigan playoff weather, unbeaten...

Mashhour leads Oakland against Northern Iowa after 28-point game

Northern Iowa Panthers (2-2) at Oakland Golden Grizzlies (0-5) BOTTOM LINE: Oakland hosts Northern Iowa after Nassim Mashhour scored 28 points in Oakland's 111-79 loss to the Boise State Broncos. The Golden Grizzlies play their first home game after going 0-5 to start the season. Oakland is seventh in the...

Atlas Township pathway bridge completes local regional connection

Atlas Twp. — The missing link connecting Goodrich and Atlas Township with Grand Blanc Township and the city of Grand Blanc is now in place. Crews eased the centerpiece into position on Nov. 3 during the installation of a new pedestrian bridge. Constructed by Contech Engineering in Alexandria, Minn.,...

Michigan High School State Champion Miles Marx Becomes First Commit In Oakland’s Class Of 2031

Marx’s current bests in the 100 fly and 100 free would have made the ‘B’ finals at the 2026 Horizon League Championships. Current photo via Oakland Athletics. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.

Rootless Coffee in Grand Blanc to Debut Coffee Shop Addition Next Year

A company is upgrading from local pop-ups to a full-service cafe. Rootless Coffee out of Grand Blanc is making plans for a new coffee shop in the city. Their roastery is currently at 8240 Embury Road Suite K, and the shop looks to be under construction at the same location. An opening date has not yet been announced.

Advance Plumbing & Heating Supply Co. Welcomes Wendy Kwapis as Director of Marketing

Advance Plumbing & Heating Supply Co. in Walled Lake has appointed Wendy Kwapis as director of marketing. In this leadership role, Kwapis will be responsible for developing and executing the […] The post Advance Plumbing & Heating Supply Co. Welcomes Wendy Kwapis as Director of Marketing appeared first on DBusiness Magazine .

Sold-out Raise the Purse event supports Hurley newborn care

GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WJRT) — Women from across Mid-Michigan gathered in Grand Blanc Friday night for the sixth annual Raise the Purse charity event, raising money to support newborn care at Hurley Medical Center. The sold-out event was hosted by the ELGA Credit Union Foundation for Impact at ELGA...

Football Recap: Franklin Falls Short of Grosse Pointe South in the Playoffs + How To Watch

HOW TO WATCH: This game can be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the MI High School State Assn. (MHSAA) & Franklin High School. Watch Full Replay. Franklin and Grosse Pointe South squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Franklin had to settle for second. They were dealt a 50-13 defeat at the hands of the Blue Devils. The Patriots' loss put an end to their six-game winning streak.