New Community Crowdfunding Event in Downtown Rochester
The Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is proud to announce the debut of its new program, Mics & Mac. Mics & Mac is a crowdfunding event designed to empower local kids (ages 10-18) and enrich the Rochester community with their creative ideas. From art, events, placemaking and more, all ideas are welcome and encouraged. Kids […]
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Rochester Community Schools Plans Sinking Fund Proposal for November Election
The New Rochester Community Schools (RCS) LogoThe Board of Education of the Rochester Community School  (RCS) District authorized the preparation of a zero-tax increase building and site sinking fund proposal not to exceed 1.5000 mills for a period of 10 years, from 2020-2029. If approved by voters and levied in 2020, it is estimated that the revenue the district will collect […]
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Dear Crabby, When Did Selling Lemonade Become a Crime?
Dear Crabby sits in front of a laptop computerDear Crabby, Whew. It looks like summer has finally found us. I have so many fond memories of playing with the neighborhood kids from daylight to dusk. You know, running through sprinklers, playing tag, and not so patiently waiting for the ice cream truck to arrive. That’s why I was so surprised to learn that […]
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Oakland University Professors Develop ‘Hop-Up-PT’ Physical Therapy Program
Dr. Sara Arena (right) and Dr. Chris Wilson (left) demonstrate the HOP-UP-PT program with a local senior citizen - Photo courtesy Oakland UniversityProgram Focuses on Providing Early Preventative Interventions to At-Risk Senior Citizens Dr. Sara Arena and Dr. Chris Wilson, assistant professors of physical therapy at Oakland University, have created the Home-based Older Person Upstreaming Prevention Physical Therapy (HOP-UP-PT) program, which is designed to provide early preventative interventions to senior citizens at risk of being homebound by […]
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Oakland University Alum Jacob Corll Earns Recognition in Scientific Journal
Jacob Corll stands in a greenhouse with plants shoulder high around himResearch was Supported By $897,722 Grant from National Science Foundation Jacob Corll, Oakland University (OU) alum whose research led to the discovery of a master gene that regulates the expression of other genes involved in the development of corn kernels, was recently recognized as the co-first author of a manuscript published in The Plant Cell, […]
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Historic Door Photo Contest in Oakland Township
Wood door in a stone-walled buildingThe Oakland Township Historic District Commission is Hosting a Contest for Historic Door Images The Oakland Township Historic District Commission is taking submissions of historic Oakland Township door images to celebrate the Bicentennial and the varied history in Oakland Township. The doors can come from any type of building, including barns, houses, garages, sheds, and […]
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Paint Creek Trail Seeks Input for Master Plan
Master Plan Survey PosterPaint Creek Trailways Commission Invites Public to Help With Master Plan The Paint Creek Trailways Commission recently began work on its 2020-2024 Paint Creek Trail Recreation Master Plan. An invitation is being extended to the public to share thoughts and ideas regarding potential trail improvements. In conjunction with the Paint Creek Trail planning consultant, Giffels […]
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Home Experts Renovate Historic Downtown Space Using All Michigan Suppliers
Eight people of The Stewart Team pose for a photo outsideHome Experts Renovate Historic Downtown Space Using All Michigan Suppliers Stewart Team Real Estate Partners Opens Downtown Rochester Headquarter Office Purchasing a home is one of the most important decisions one makes in a lifetime. A home becomes a central hub for relationships and a source of connection. Stewart Team Real Estate Partners works with […]
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