Pontiac Trail

The South Lyon Farmers & Artisans market had to end its season early due to a large construction project and declining customer attendance. Kim Rivera stated that ongoing Pontiac Trail construction and reduced vendor and patron numbers were factors leading organizers to make this difficult decision.

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.

Walled Lake police are seeking public assistance in locating 17-year-old Romaneio Golphin Jr., who was last seen on July 22 at around 3 a.m. near Eagle Pond Drive and Pontiac Trail. He was wearing dark clothing and carrying a backpack but does not have a cell phone or identification.

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.

The South Lyon Farmers and Artisans Market is experiencing a 45-50% reduction in vendors and patrons due to construction on Pontiac Trail. Despite this, new vendors like Trent Vella and longtime beekeeper Micheal Nardelli continue to participate, with market manager Tim Davids emphasizing the importance of supporting local food systems. Residents are urged to visit the market weekly to sustain vendors during the construction period.

A ruptured gas main caused by construction has led to partial closures on Pontiac Trail in Oakland County. Consumers Energy crews are repairing the damage, with work expected to continue overnight and into Thursday. Drivers are advised to avoid the area between Haggerty Road and Green Lake Road.