Pageantry and Excitement at the Hazel Park Raceway

May 12, 2017February 1, 2021Oakland County, MI Government Leave a comment

Lisa Tatangelo dons her festive Derby Hat.

The Hazel Park Raceway was awash in colorful sun hats as hundreds of spectators gathered to watch “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” The tenor and costume of the raceway crowd evoked the grandeur of Churchill Downs as they anticipated the 143rd running of the Kentucky Derby last Saturday, May 6th.

The event spanned three clubhouse floors, an outdoor barbecue, and the raceway’s grandstand. Race goers milled about, snacking on nachos or hot dogs while murmuring about the odds in the upcoming race. As coverage of the Kentucky Derby intensified on television, the throngs condensed around the raceway’s simulcast displays.

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Boom! Bang! Boom! Oakland County Fireworks 2014

June 18, 2014August 29, 2016Oakland County, MI Government 2 Comments

For most people, the 4th of July is nothing without spectacular fireworks illuminating the night sky. A number of Oakland County communities
will be celebrating over the next few weeks.

Here is our list of upcoming firework displays around Oakland County– most of these shows begin at dusk, so grab a blanket or some lawn chairs and be prepared to be amazed.

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