Commerce Township
Coverage of Commerce Township in the Nexus archive.
- One of Oakland County’s most congested intersections is bracing for a traffic surge amid new growth
A roundabout in Commerce Township, where M-5 transitions into Martin Parkway and Pontiac Trail, handles 75,000 vehicles daily and has seen increased crashes, though fatalities remain zero. The Road Commission for Oakland County acknowledges the trade-off between reducing serious injuries and accepting more minor collisions, emphasizing lane discipline as a key issue.
- 15-acre retail development, park expansion proposed in Commerce Township
A 15-acre retail development and park expansion are proposed at the corner of Wise and Union Lake roads in Commerce Township. The golf course owner plans to donate 50 acres to the township, but residents express concerns about traffic, loss of scenic views, and environmental impact. The project includes a grocery store, car wash, and drive-thru restaurants, with challenges involving wetlands mitigation and road improvements.
- Oakland County man bitten by rattlesnake -- what to know about Michigan’s only venomous snake
A 41-year-old Novi man was bitten by an Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake at Proud Lake Recreation Area in Commerce Township, Oakland County, and received treatment at the University of Michigan hospital. The snake, a threatened species found in wetlands, is non-aggressive and rare in Michigan, with the fire department noting such bites are extremely uncommon.
- Commerce Township’s crash-prone roundabout braces for traffic surge amid new growth
A roundabout in Commerce Township, where M-5 transitions into Martin Parkway and Pontiac Trail, handles 75,000 vehicles daily and has seen increased crashes, though fatalities remain at zero. The Road Commission for Oakland County attributes the rise in non-injury crashes to driver behavior, particularly lane changes within the roundabout, but emphasizes the design reduced serious injuries and fatalities compared to a previous signalized intersection.
- A Wayne County man couldn’t drive home after winning $500,000 lottery prize
A Wayne County man won $500,000 from the Michigan Lottery’s Emerald 7s instant game but became too excited to drive home after discovering his win. He purchased the winning ticket at a Kroger store in Commerce Township and later claimed his prize at Lottery headquarters.
- Teen on e-bike hit by car in Commerce Township
A 13-year-old boy was struck by a car while riding an e-bike in Commerce Township but remains in stable condition. The incident occurred on Welch Road, with authorities indicating the teen was in a crosswalk. Concerns about e-bike safety and regulations, including a recent ban in Dearborn Heights, highlight ongoing debates over their use.