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Welcome to White Lake-Highland Patch

Today marks the launch of the combined White Lake and Highland site.

Welcome, readers, to the White Lake-Highland Patch.

Starting today, all the news and features you've been getting on White Lake business and residents will now include Highland business and residents as well, right here at the new White Lake-Highland Patch.

You can expect the same in-depth coverage of both communities, as we continue to highlight news and events in White Lake Township and Highland Township.

Why combine the two sites?

Simple, readers have been requesting it.

One thing we've noticed about White Lake and Highland is that, beside sharing a business association and school district, residents of each town often frequent the other. The communities complement one another well, and each have unique offerings residents in both towns enjoy. It became apparent, as White Lake Patch's readership grew, that the two communities would be best served with one site, with everything in one convenient place.

The new site will continue to be a one-stop destination for everything about White Lake and Highland. This means news content, blogs, events and announcements for the two communities now will be accessible all in one spot: Right here.

To make sure you make the most of out of the combined site, please "Like" White Lake Patch on Facebook and follow the @WhiteLakePatch account on Twitter, as those will continue to be the social media hubs for the new site.

I'll still be your editor and you'll still see me at important events and government meetings in both communities. If I miss you, don't hesitate to drop me a line at brooke.meier@patch.com or (248) 534-7203.

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Marjorie Findley June 18, 2013 at 12:58 pm
It would be helpful to know, if it actually was seismic testing. Following the last episode (byRead More West Bay) it was noted, at the Highland Twp Board meeting by the Sheriff's office, that residents would receive notification prior to any such future events. If so, who received notice and how was this communicated? An announcement in the "Patch" would have been useful.... The Tues. June 25th TOWN HALL 6 - 8pm, by the WRC (Water Resources Commissioner) Jim Nash, will provide an abundance of information on issues re oil/gas drilling and fracking, which EVERYONE needs to know due to impacts on both surface and ground (well) water. Particularly, those who have been approached with an oil/gas lease (ie; near Clyde Rd & Hickory Ridge, re exploration for drilling on the 'soccer field'). People need to know what they are getting into. If it comes to drilling/fracking, seismic testing will be seen as trivial.
Gerry S June 18, 2013 at 01:24 pm
After the last round of explosions I contacted Patrick Gibson at West Bay Exploration Company andRead More was told that yes, they have been conducting tests in the area over the last 18 months and "The impact of these charges is barely audible at the surface and would not sound like an explosion on neighboring property. Landowners affected by the survey are contacted through the mail so that they are aware of our timing. I am not sure what your mysterious explosions were, but I am pretty sure they were not the result of our surveys." In the press release provided by Laura Vogel today Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash says Thousands of acres of land in Oakland has been leased to Jordan Exploration. I am again confused. Do both companies have leases in Oakland County? Is it legal for them to detonate dynamite at all hours?
Marjorie Findley June 18, 2013 at 02:24 pm
So, Patrick Gibson can check West Bay records then KNOW if their testing occurred on Sat. 6/15/13Read More 9pm, instead of being 'pretty sure'. Guess I'll have to call Pat .... Getting answers to your questions re the companies involved, Gerry, can be mysterious too --- but, likely just a technicality as this industry includes 3 types, to: explore; drill; and extract (and/or frack). So, nailing anyone down to answer questions or get a commitment is elusive at best. Change the way the State of Michigan is obligated by legislation to foster the oil and gas industry, to instead protect public health. Support the ballot initiative: LetsBanFracking.org
steve johnson June 15, 2013 at 09:38 pm
What happened to the ditch that was next to the road way back when, did all the homeowners fill itRead More in over years and now you have a problem, call the county and have them reditch the side of the road.
Marlie still missing - has possibly been spotted close to Trenton and Woodsedge.
Lynn Burrows June 5, 2013 at 10:24 pm
She was seen tonight near High Bank Road - she is very skittish and runs off when approached - anyRead More help in trapping her is much appreciated!
Lynn Burrows June 6, 2013 at 08:13 am
She was seen last night near Red Bank (not High Bank). cross street is Trenton Rd.
Sherry Woodbeck June 2, 2013 at 08:11 am
Leah, I crossposted this. The person that found her, Cheryl may be contacted at 248 462 1182 orRead More e-mail her at ccraft1967@yahoo.com - Thank you.
Diane Boddy June 3, 2013 at 10:57 am
Has this little one found her home yet? Facebook has a "For the love of Louie, MI lost andRead More found dogs". I highly recommend posting there, they do a great job networking.
Sherry Woodbeck June 3, 2013 at 04:10 pm
It has been posted there as well. X fingers crossed X that her pet's are found. ;-)