Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.
If you're hungry for the latest restaurant news from around Oakland County, we've got you covered! Read on to find out what's new, what's closed, what's coming and more. [Do you have more restaurant news to share? Leave a comment!] Peek Inside Hamlin Corners in Royal Oak: The new, much-anticipated Hamlin Corners, a sports-themed restaurant and part of the Hamlin Pubs chain, will open to the public on Thursday at 376 N. Main St. in Royal Oak. Royal Oak's Oxford Inn Rethinks Name Change, Plan of Operation: After announcing in January he was going back to his country roots, Oxford Inn owner Bob Higgins is rethinking what he wants to do. Higgins wants to make it clear the restaurant may change its look and menu but not its standards. What …
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Henry Ford board members voted against the multi-billion-dollar deal Tuesday afternoon.
The Beaumont and Henry Ford health systems merger has been called off after "different perspectives" emerged about the $6.4-billion deal. Henry Ford board of trustees' decision Tuesday followed six months of due diligence discussions involving hundreds of Beaumont and Henry Ford team members, according to Beaumont. “We have benefited greatly from our merger discussions and have great respect for our colleagues at Henry Ford,” said Gene Michalski, president and CEO, Beaumont Health System. “However, we found through our discussions that we are not aligned on how to achieve our vision for a model health system due to differences in our structures and business models.” In a letter to employees, Henry Ford CEO Nancy Schlichting wrote the …
Henry Ford ends discussions with Beaumont.
Beaumont Health System and Henry Ford Health System have ended discussions of a proposed merger to combine their operations into a new health system. “We have benefitted greatly from our merger discussions and have great respect for our colleagues at Henry Ford,” says Gene Michalski, president and CEO, Beaumont Health System. “However, we found through our discussions that we are not aligned on how to achieve our vision for a model health system due to differences in our structures and business models.” Today’s announcement followed six months of due diligence discussions involving hundreds of Beaumont and Henry Ford team members. “We are very grateful to our board members, physicians, nurses, leaders and other professionals who worked …
Memorial Day Tournament will take place May 24-26 at Earl E Borden Park in Rochester Hills.
Linda Schlaupitz wanted to make sure local soccer players didn't have to travel far to play during holiday weekends. She started the Michigan Soccer Classic Memorial Day and Labor Day Tournaments in Rochester and 10 years later, and the event is still going strong. The Memorial Day Tournament will take place May 24-26 at Earl E Borden Park. Schlaupitz recently shared information about the business through the Patch Small Business Spotlight. Here are her answers. What does your business offer? Michigan Soccer Classic offers competitive and recreation divisions for U6-U19 boys, girls & coed local, out of state and Canadian teams. We have a fun, festive atmosphere and many teams have returned year after year. Teams can register at www.…
Tell us what you think of this local business by leaving a review on their Patch directory listing.
The Oakland Township-Lake Orion Patch directory is filled with objective information about hundreds of local businesses, but there's also room for you to tell your neighbors – and the businesses – what you think about their services and products. Today, we're asking customers of the Orion Music Studio to share a review. You'd be surprised how interested others are in what you have to say. So click the link and tell us what you think!
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Take a closer look at one of the homes currently on the market in Lake Orion.
This house at 560 Barron Drive in Lake Orion has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 3,132 square feet. It is listed for sale at $699,900. It is described as "paradise on the lake" and features an unfinished 30x14 bonus room, a patio for entertaining, a dock facility, balconies and a beach. Information and photos courtesy of Zillow.com.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Check out the sights from this year's event.
Deck Art 2013 has come to a close, but the skateboard decks decorated by more than 250 local artists will remain on display in downtown Rochester until June 1. More than 50 downtown businesses displayed the decks, which came from artists ranging from elementary-aged to adults. After June 1, artists will have the option of selling their deck commission-free to an art buyer or taking the deck home to display—or ride. Check our gallery for photos of some great decks and contribute your own by clicking the big button beneath the photos! Which deck was your favorite? Tell us in the comments.
Friday, May 17, 2013
Check out these local homes being shown this weekend.
Are you interested in buying a home in Lake Orion or Oakland Township? Or maybe you just want to know what's out there? Here's a look at this weekend's open houses. 3672 Barn Meadow Lane, Lake Orion 2949 Addison Circle, Oakland Township Information courtesy of AOL Real Estate.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.
If you're hungry for the latest restaurant news from around Oakland County, we've got you covered! Read on to find out what's new, what's closed, what's coming and more. Second Sidewalk Cafe for Hamlin Corner: The city of Royal Oak recently approved a second sidewalk cafe at the new Royal Oak bar, which is set to open on May 23. Lisa D's Divine Treats to Open in Downtown Ferndale: "Everyone in Ferndale has been excellent and willing to help me. It's like a family," says owner Lisa Davis, who plans to hold a soft opening for the sweets shop this week and a grand opening May 30. Decorations at the Blue Nile in Ferndale: The decorations go deeper than beauty at the Blue Nile. The hanging umbrellas and angelic faces that adorn the Ethiopian …
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
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edward
10:32 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013
I am glad they are not merging. Beaumont evolved from a great community hospital to a world-class health care facility. Henry Ford has great facilites and doctors also; but a merger of the two would prove too large and unweildy a governance structure in my opinion. more ›