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Dear Crabby, Do You Know the History Behind Father’s Day?
Dear Crabby sits in front of a laptop computer Dear Crabby, I know the history of how and why we celebrate Mother’s Day, but is there a story behind Father’s Day? While moms are very important, I sometimes feel we dads get overlooked. Thanks! Luke S. Dear Luke S., Great question! As you said, moms are very, very important people (I gotta stay on […]
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City of Rochester Hills Recognized as Redevelopment Ready Community
City of Rochester Hills Logo Designation Facilitates Private Investment and Improves Economic Development Opportunities For their efforts in establishing a solid foundation to attract private investment and further build on municipality assets, the city of Rochester Hills has been awarded the Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRC) certification, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced today. Rochester Hills joins 44 other Michigan Communities in […]
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Rochester Community School District Adopts 1-to-1 Technology Model
Three young students sit at a table and look at a laptop computer In preparation for the 2020-21 school year, Rochester Community Schools (RCS) is pleased to announce its movement to a 1-to-1 technology model, providing more than 15,000 students with access to a device. This 1:1 technology integration ensures that the district’s commitment to providing academic excellence will continue, no matter the scenario presented by the COVID-19 […]
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State of Emergency to Continue Until July 16
The governor stands at a podium and microphone Governor Whitmer Extends State of Emergency Again and Now Runs Until July 16 Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-127, which extends the state of emergency declaration related to the COVID-19 pandemic until July 16. In doing so, Governor Whitmer joins nearly every state in the country in maintaining a state of emergency to cope […]
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TODAY! Re-CYCLE Bikes for Kids Collection June 20
Re-CYCLE Program Bike Drive Flyer New and Used Bikes Will Be Collected in Birmingham and Auburn Hills on June 20 With some summer programming and sports leagues altered, many kids will be spending more time at home this summer. To help ensure kids stay active, Dan Gutfreund Realty Group, a member of Signature Sotheby’s, is teaming up with the Oakland […]
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Return to School Road Map Update
State Progress On June 17, Governor Whitmer announced that schools may resume in-person learning in Phase 4 of the MI Safe Start plan, with strict safety measures in place. On June 30, the state will release “Michigan’s Return to School Road Map” with detailed requirements for schools. Dr. Robert Shaner is one of 25 leaders […]
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Q&A with Commissioner Adam Kochenderfer
Rochester Media (RM) invited Commissioner Adam Kochenderfer (AK), candidate for re-election in District #15 for the Oakland County Board of Commissioners, to participate in an Q&A style interview. We’re please to share that with you here on The Community Edge, our online local news outlet. RM: Why do you seek re-election and why did you choose […]
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