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Welcome Back from Spring Break, Royal Oak! Here's What You Missed

As you get back into your groove, we have the top headlines from the week that was spring break in Royal Oak.

School begins again on Monday in Royal Oak; incase you didn't have time to keep up on the latest news while on spring break last week, here's a quick guide:

  • Police Recognize Three Men for Aiding Victim at Shooting Range: At Monday's Royal Oak City Commission meeting, three men are praised for their actions after witnessing a young woman suffer a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
  • : House built in 1927 features a private courtyard with a "Little House" that holds a sauna and hot tub.
  • What Makes Royal Oak's Flute House So Sharp?: A sound live/work space in downtown Royal Oak is the key to sucess for Ervin and Susan Monroe.
  • Should Backyard Fires Be Allowed in Royal Oak?: Open burning is currently illegal in the city, but officials are considering modifying the Fire Prevention Ordinance to make fire pits legal with certain restrictions.
  • Opponents File Petitions to Change Course of Human Rights Ordinance: The much talked about human rights ordinance for Royal Oak could go to a vote of the people.
  • : The Main North building shows signs of things to come.
  • Have a Seat: New Benches at Royal Oak High: New benches spruce up the glass corridor.
  • 5K Race Added to Royal Oak's 2013 Oak Apple Run Lineup: Registration is now open for the June 1 race. 
  • What's Replacing Margarita's Mexican Restaurant in Berkley?: Royal Oakers might notice new construction is underway on the other side of Woodward Avenue.


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