Rochester Establishes Health and Wellness Committee to Support a Healthier, More Connected Community
ROCHESTER, Mich. — The City of Rochester is taking a new step toward supporting the health and well-being of employees, residents, and the broader community with the establishment of its new Health and Wellness Committee. Approved by Rochester City Council on August 24, 2026, the committee was created by Council Members Jessica Clauser and Nancy Salvia to better focus and coordinate efforts that support physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being throughout Rochester. The committee will focus on
Dr. Krystina Khalil Now Seeing Surgical Dermatology Patients in Rochester Hills and Shelby Township
Dr. Krystina Khalil, D.O., a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon, is now seeing surgical patients at offices in Rochester Hills and Shelby Township. Born and raised in Metro Detroit, Dr. Khalil has returned to the area to provide specialized dermatologic surgical care to her home community. She earned her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and graduate degree from Georgetown University before completing her medical degree at Michigan State
Crunch Fitness Rochester Hills Celebrates Grand Opening on October 17
Crunch Fitness Rochester Hills officially soft opened on October 6, 2026, bringing the Crunch Fitness brand’s high-energy and inclusive approach to fitness to the Rochester Hills community. The new location will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Crunch Fitness Rochester Hills is designed to make fitness accessible, welcoming, and fun for people of all fitness levels. From beginners starting their fitness journey to experienced gym-goers working toward new goals, the club provides
Rochester Community Concert Band Opens 2026–2027 Season with “American Mosaic”
ROCHESTER, Mich. — The Rochester Community Concert Band will open its 2026–2027 concert season with “American Mosaic,” on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo St., Rochester, MI 48307. Admission is free, and donations are warmly welcomed. Under the direction of Paul F. DeRubeis, Conductor and Artistic Director, and in continued celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Rochester Community Concert Band will present an entertaining and diverse program
Rochester Community Concert Band Presents “Home for the Holidays”
ROCHESTER HILLS, MI — The Rochester Community Concert Band invites you to come Home for the Holidays for a festive evening of holiday music and family fun! Under the direction of Paul F. DeRubeis, Conductor and Artistic Director, the concert features Guest Conductor Bridgette Tepper and Special Guest Santa Claus. The concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Utica Eisenhower High School Performing Arts Center, 6500 25 Mile Road, Shelby Township, MI 48316. Admission is FREE — donations are gratefully
Office Space Now Available in Downtown Rochester
A 1,400-square-foot first-floor office space is now available at 101 S. Main Street in downtown Rochester, offering a convenient and flexible setting for a growing business or professional team. The location is also home to Angott Search Group, a national executive search firm. Designed to accommodate teams of approximately six to 10 people, the available space features two full offices, a reception area, common space and a central bullpen area designed to provide additional flexibility for
Rochester Hills Invites the Community to Enjoy Trails of Treats at Spencer Park
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. – Get those costumes ready for an afternoon of Halloween fun! The community is invited to Trails of Treats on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 12:00–3:00 p.m. at Spencer Park, 3701 John R Road. This free, community-wide trick-or-treating stroll brings together local businesses, city departments, and community members for a festive afternoon filled with treats, costumes, music, and fall fun. To create a welcoming experience for more families, the event will begin with a Low Sensory
Rochester Regional Chamber Members Offered Exclusive Free Rent Incentives at Oakwood Medical & Professional
Rochester Regional Chamber Members Offered Exclusive Free Rent Incentives at Oakwood Medical & Professional Office and medical suites available at 811 Oakwood Drive in Rochester ROCHESTER, Mich. — Rochester Regional Chamber member, On Q Commercial Real Estate, is offering Chamber members exclusive leasing incentives at Oakwood Medical & Professional, located at 811 Oakwood Drive, Rochester, MI 48307. Chamber members can receive three months of free rent with a three-year lease commitment or five
Comcast Business Executive Brings Consultative Approach to Helping Local Businesses Stay Connected
Businesses today rely on fast, secure, and reliable technologytostaycompetitive,andhavingtherightpartnercanmakeallthedifference.FororganizationsthroughoutSoutheastMichigan,Jon'MichaelFluellen, Senior BusinessAccountExecutivewithComcastBusiness,ishelpingbusinessesidentifytechnologysolutionsthatsupporttheiroperations,improveefficiency,andprepareforfuturegrowth. Based in Royal Oak, Fluellen joined Comcast Business in July 2025 after returning to Southeast Michigan. He
Henry Ford Rochester Foundation Hosts Their Annual Mangia e Bocce
The Henry Ford Rochester Foundation is inviting local businesses, community leaders, and philanthropic organizations to support the annual Mangia e Bocce, an evening that combines authentic Italian cuisine, friendly bocce competition, and community philanthropy in support of a vital healthcare initiative. This year's event will benefit Henry Ford Rochester Hospital's Women's Heart Health Program, helping provide prevention and wellness education, early detection and intervention, innovative
Exclusively Cabinets Opens New Rochester Showroom
Exclusively Cabinets, a Michigan-based cabinetry company recognized for its factory-direct approach and customer-focused design services, is proud to announce the opening of its new Rochester showroom. Founded nearly seven years ago by Tyler Strom and Ken Strom, the company continues its growth across Michigan while helping homeowners, builders, designers, and contractors create beautiful and functional spaces without the traditional markup. By eliminating unnecessary middlemen from the purchasing
Tati Amare, Darren McCarty, Ladies of Mojo and DJ Bushman Join Celebrity Lip Sync Battle
DARREN MCCARTY, TATI AMARE, DJ BUSHMAN & THE LADIES OF MOJO IN THE MORNINGJOIN CELEBRITY LIP SYNC BATTLEDetroit Celebrities Take the Stage to Support Families Facing Cancer at New Day Foundation’s Signature Event ROCHESTER HILLS, MICH., Oct. 1, 2026 – New Day Foundation for Families, a leading Michigan nonprofit providing financial and emotional support to families facing cancer, announces exciting new contestants in its annual Celebrity Lip Sync Battle, on Thursday, October 15, beginning live at 7 PM in
Duncan Detailing Celebrates Four Years of Delivering Premium Automotive Detailing Services
What beganasadreamofentrepreneurshipatayoungagehasgrownintoatrustedautomotivedetailingbusinessknownforquality,precision,andcustomercare.DuncanDetailingisproudlycelebratingfouryearsofservingvehicleownersthroughoutthecommunitywithprofessionaldetailingservicesdesignedtokeepvehicleslookingtheirabsolutebest. FoundedbyRidleyDuncan, Duncan Detailing specializes in interior detailing, exterior detailing, paint correction,
Randolph’s Salon Celebrates New Downtown Rochester Location While Honoring More Than 35 Years
Randolph’s Salon is proud to celebrate an exciting new chapter in its long history of serving the community. After 10 successfulyearsinRochesterHills,thesalonrecentlyrelocatedtoMainStreetinDowntownRochester,bringingitsaward-winninghairservicesandcommitmenttoexcellencetotheheartofthecity. Founded by Scott and Mary Randolph in 1991, Randolph’s Salon has grown from a single salon in Waterford to a thriving business with three locations and a team of approximately 80 professionals. Throughout that
OPC Seeks Volunteers for Annual Fall Leaf Raking Initiative
TheOlderPersons'Commission(OPC)iscallingoncommunitygroups,businesses,schools,churches,andfamiliestoparticipateinitsannualFallLeafRakingInitiative,helpinglocalseniorspreparetheirhomesforthewinterseason. The program connects volunteers with older adults in Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township who need assistanceclearingleavesfromtheiryards.Theinitiativeprovidesameaningfulopportunityforgroupstogivebackwhilemakingapositiveimpactonthelivesofseniorsinthecommunity. "We are always grateful for the
Gifts For All God’s Children Launches Annual Christmas Giving Tree Program
GiftsForAllGod’sChildrenisinvitingbusinesses,organizations,schools,churches,andcommunitygroupstoparticipateinitsannualChristmasGivingTreeProgram,helpingensurelocalchildreninneedexperiencethejoyofChristmas. The Giving Tree Program connects generous community members with children whose families may be facing financial hardship during the holiday season. Participating
Recent OU graduate’s glaucoma research published in Nature Portfolio journal
Research conducted by recent Oakland University graduate Mathew Seidel through OU’s Eye Research Institute has been published in Scientific Reports, a Nature Portfolio journal. The study examines changes in a type of lipid, or fat, found in cell membranes (sphingomyelin), as well as an enzyme that breaks down the fat (sphingomyelinase), in human eyes affected by glaucoma. Affecting about 80 million people worldwide, glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness. Seidel
OU researchers develop first high-quality genome for Caribbean long-spined sea urchin
Researchers in Oakland University’s Department of Biological Sciences, in collaboration with scientists from Duke University Marine Lab, the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez and other institutions, have assembled the first high-quality genome of the Caribbean long-spined sea urchin, Diadema antillarum. Several OU students also co-authored the study, including Kenneth Hilkert, Stephanie Castro-Marquez and Walter Wolfsberger. The study, published in the journal Genes, provides an important new resource
Paint Creek Technology Training Helps Clients Build Confidence in the Digital World Through Personal
After spending nearly a decade in education, including four years teaching middle school technology,thefounderofPaintCreekTechnologyTraininglaunchedabusinesswithamissiontomaketechnologymoreapproachable,understandable,andlessintimidatingforpeopleofallages. Founded in
Meadow Brook Theatre Journeys to the Wild West with The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Meadow Brook Theatre Journeys to the Wild West with The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance Running October 7 – November 1, 2026, on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan “We haven’t done a western at MBT in quite a while,” says Cheryl Marshall, MBT’s Managing Director, “and we couldn’t be more excited to share this production with you for our 60th season!” Set in 1890, a young scholar from New York City trades his books for the brutal reality of the American frontier as he travels in search
Gateway Fiber Expands High-Speed Fiber Internet Service to Rochester Hills
Gateway Fiber, a rapidly growing fiber-opticinternetprovider,isbringingitshigh-speed,reliableinternetservicetoRochesterHills,withserviceexpectedtolaunchbytheendof2026. Founded in 2019, Gateway Fiber was created with a simple mission: to provide fast, dependable fiber internet to communities
Financial Fusion Workshop
Financial Fusion is an interactive workshop developed by the Cygnet Institute of Personal Financial Literacy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit certified by CEFEX® as a fiduciary educator. Cygnet has also achieved ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification from NSF International Strategic Registrations (NSF-ISR). In partnership with Rochester Christian University, this workshop is designed to help employees connect the dots between their goals and their financial decisions. Rather than the typical generic lecture on budgeting
Breadless Signs First Franchise Partner, Marking Major Milestone in National Expansion
TheRochesterRegionalChamberofCommerceisproudtocelebrateasignificantmilestoneforChambermember Breadless, the Detroit-founded fast-casual restaurant concept
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Madison Reed Welcomes You With 25% Off Your First Service
Madison Reed is excited to welcome local community members to experience professional hair color and beauty services with 25% off their first service using code LOCAL25. New service guests can choose from Roots, All-Over Color, Highlights, and more, making it easy to find a service that fits their needs. The offer is valid for one use per guest, cannot be combined with other offers, and must be booked by September 22 and redeemed by December 31. To learn more and book an appointment, visit
Mayor Barnett highlights championship season at State of the City
Mayor Barnett highlights championship season at State of the City Rochester Hills, MI - The championship-energy of Rochester Hills was on full display Thursday night as Mayor Bryan K. Barnett delivered his annual State of the City address before a packed auditorium at Stoney Creek High School. The presentation was aided by cheerleaders, a dance team, and marching band with 100 members. Framed around the theme of "The Big Game," Mayor Barnett celebrated the community's long-standing culture of excellence
Aura Costiera Brings Contemporary Italian Dining Experience to Rochester Hills
Aura Costiera Brings Contemporary Italian Dining Experience to Rochester HillsAura Costiera, located at 1890 S. Rochester Road in Rochester Hills, offers a fresh and modern approach to Italian cuisine, blending traditional flavors with innovative culinary techniques. The restaurant features handcrafted dishes made with premium ingredients, an extensive wine selection, expertly crafted cocktails, and a warm, elegant atmosphere designed to create memorable dining experiences. Aura Costiera's menu showcases a
Support Local Students Through Meadowbrook Center's Annual Mum Fundraiser
Add a splash of fall color to your home while making a meaningful difference in the lives of local students. The Meadowbrook Center for Learning Differences is inviting the community to support its annual Mum Fundraiser, with proceeds directly benefiting students with learning differences throughout Rochester and Oakland County. Beautiful fall mums are available in 9.5-inch pots with an impressive 30-inch diameter, making them the perfect addition to porches, patios, businesses, and outdoor spaces this
Neighborhood House Launches 2026 Holiday Giving Tree Program, Invites Community Support
Neighborhood House is inviting localbusinesses,organizations,schools,andcommunitymemberstohelpmaketheholidayseasonbrighterforfamiliesinneedthroughitsannualHolidayGivingTreeProgram. The Holiday Giving Tree Program helps ensure that children and families facing financial challenges can experience the joy, comfort, and warmth of the holiday season.
L.orb Hair Studio Coming Soon to Rochester Hills
L.orb Hair Studio is excited to announce the opening of its new location in Rochester Hills, Michigan. L.orb Hair Studio is a luxury hair salon created to provide a refined and personalized salon experience in an elegant, modern setting. Our stylists are dedicated to creating sophisticated looks tailored to each client’s individual style, lifestyle, and preferences. From precision haircuts and styling to customized color and hair care services, L.orb Hair Studio is committed to delivering elevated
The Edge Fitness Clubs Launches Edge Perks+ to Help Local Businesses Grow and Reward Employees
BusinessesGainExposure,EmployeeWellnessBenefits,andCommunityConnectionsStartingatLessThan$129PerMonth TheEdgeFitnessClubsisproudtointroduceEdgePerks+, an innovative business partnership program designed to help local companies increase visibility, connectwithnewcustomers,andprovidevaluablewellnessbenefitstotheiremployees.Startingatjust$99permonth,businessescanjoinagrowingnetworkofcommunitypartnerswhileofferingpremiumfitnessmembershipstotheirteams. Through the Edge Perks+ program, participating
New Day Foundation Seeks Volunteers for Celebrity Lip Sync Battle Benefiting Families Fighting Cancer
New Day Foundation is calling on community
Oakland University students tell America's story through 250-year timeline
As part of Oakland University’s continuing efforts to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary, students created a timeline showcasing people and events that have shaped the course of American history since 1776. Displayed in the Oakland Center near the ID Card Office, the timeline features 54 dates spanning the nation's history — from the Revolutionary War to the modern era. Each date marks a moment students identified as important to understanding how the United States evolved into the country it is
TOUR les JOURS to Open New Bakery Café in Rochester Hills
TOUS les JOURS to Open New Bakery Café in Rochester Hills New Rochester Hills location to soft open October 1, 2026, with grand opening on October 2, 2026 ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. – September 2026 – TOUS les JOURS, a French-Asian inspired bakery café known for its freshly baked breads, cakes, pastries, and beverages, is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of its new Rochester Hills location at 3135 S Rochester Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307. The new bakery café will soft open on October 1, 2026,
Bear Hug Invites Community to Sponsor Annual Wine Dinner Supporting Children and First Responders
Bear Hug, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children in crisis and strengthening the mental health of first responders, is inviting local businesses and community partners to become sponsors of its upcoming Annual Wine Dinner, taking place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Fogo de Chão in Troy. This highly anticipated event brings together community leaders, businesses, and supporters for an evening of connection, philanthropy, and impact, all in support of Bear Hug’s mission. Bear Hug is committed
Why Rochester Businesses Have a Trust Problem They Don't Know About
The gap between how businesses think they're trusted and how customers actually feel is bigger than most owners expect. A stark trust perception gap revealed by PwC's 2024 Trust in US Business Survey puts it plainly: 90% of executives believe their companies are highly trusted, while only 30% of consumers agree. In a referral-driven market like Rochester, Michigan — where chamber members generate business through word-of-mouth and the RRC fields roughly 500 referral calls a month — that gap closes deals
Is Your Rochester Business Brand Due for a Refresh?
Research shows it takes 5 to 7 impressions for consumers to remember a brand — and businesses that stay consistent report revenue gains of 20% or more. For Rochester members competing for attention across Main Street and local search results, your brand is either actively working for you or quietly working against you. A brand refresh — a strategic update to your visual identity, messaging, or positioning without abandoning your core identity — can re-engage your audience, sharpen your competitive
Turning Information into Influence: The Role of a Media Kit in Public Relations
A media kit is a curated package of information that introduces a business to journalists, partners, and collaborators. It explains who the company is, what it offers, and why it matters—without requiring back-and-forth emails or scattered links. For growing brands, a well-built media kit becomes a quiet engine behind public relations, visibility, and sustained media engagement.Key Takeaways at a Glance A media kit centralizes brand facts, visuals, and story angles in one accessible location. It
Nail Salon Franchise Looking For New Oakland County Owner
Quantum Franchise Group of Rochester Hills has been retained to find new Oakland County owners with a national, upscale nail salon franchise.This is a clean, stylish, and innovative nail salon concept focused on delivering high-quality, non-toxic nail services in a welcoming and hygienic environment. With a strong commitment to exceptional customer service and a flexible franchise model, the franchise offers an opportunity for both owner/operators and semi-absentee owners to succeed in the booming $29
How Small Businesses Can Thrive Amid Shifting Marketing Currents
In the age of digital saturation, the deck often feels stacked against small businesses. National chains have ad budgets that could bankroll a midsize town, while algorithms seem to tilt toward those who pay to play. But the landscape isn’t just shifting—it’s fracturing. That rupture offers something that hasn’t been this accessible in years: the chance for smaller players to take ground by responding quickly, thinking creatively, and speaking in voices people actually want to hear. The edge comes not
