The story of the 1976 EF4 tornado that ripped through West Bloomfield Township
According to the National Weather Forecast Offices, the tornado took shape near Halstead between 13 and 14 mile Roads making it’s way northeast toward the more populated area of West Bloomfield at the time. Cutting a path nearly four miles long, the girth of the tornado would later be estimated near 350-yards, or the length of 3 ½ football fields. Wind speeds from the tornado would later be calculated between 208-270 mph, determining its classification to be an EF4 on the Fujita scale and the strongest tornado to hit the area since 1950, a record it still holds 38-years later.
5:30 am
Perspectives on Traditional Native American Life: Apple Island
Mi-kwan-dahn (Mike) Jewell, tells stories of his culture and explains the uniqueness and significance of Apple Island in local indigenous culture.
Mi-kwan-dahn (Mike) Jewell, tells stories of his culture and explains the uniqueness and significance of Apple Island in local indigenous culture, providing insight into local history and one of Oakland County and Michigan’s most unique islands.
This is a production of Civic Center TV, in partnership with the Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society. For more information on Apple Island and Historical Society events and resources, please visit GWBHS.org.
6:30 am
Apple Island: Then and Now
The Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society's Christy Forhan details the extensive history of Apple Island!
As part of the September 2020 GWBHS Open House, local historian Christy Forhan led a presentation on the 50th anniversary of West Bloomfield School District’s ownership of Apple Island in Orchard Lake, Michigan. This video takes the viewer along the trails on the island, showcasing the archaeological features that still remain as well as some history on the island’s inhabitants.
7:00 am
2024 Oakland County State of the County
Oakland County Executive David Coulter addresses the past year and the future of Oakland County!
Live, local, social! Weekdays on TV, radio and the web!
The entire Civic Center TV team takes a look at all of the interesting news, events and projects in the Greater West Bloomfield and Oakland County community, taking a deeper, local dive into the news of the day with experts from throughout the local area and the State of Michigan!
12:30 pm
West Bloomfield Tornado of 1976
The story of the 1976 EF4 tornado that ripped through West Bloomfield Township
According to the National Weather Forecast Offices, the tornado took shape near Halstead between 13 and 14 mile Roads making it’s way northeast toward the more populated area of West Bloomfield at the time. Cutting a path nearly four miles long, the girth of the tornado would later be estimated near 350-yards, or the length of 3 ½ football fields. Wind speeds from the tornado would later be calculated between 208-270 mph, determining its classification to be an EF4 on the Fujita scale and the strongest tornado to hit the area since 1950, a record it still holds 38-years later.
1:00 pm
2024 Oakland County State of the County
Oakland County Executive David Coulter addresses the past year and the future of Oakland County!
GWBHS President Gina Gregory connects the dots between original local maps and the development of our four communities!
Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society President Gina Gregory presents a special look through our local history as told by our maps, including Native American connections, development of local home life, and many other areas of our storied history!
3:30 pm
Restoring 2690 Pine Lake Road | Civic Center TV & Greater West Bloomfield Historical Socity
GWB Historical Society Host Presentation on a Unique Home in West Bloomfield Township
Paul Wilbur, Owner of one of the most unique homes in Oakland County and perhaps the entire State of Michigan, presents the history of his blue-roofed home, as well as his plans to restore the property and maintain its one-of-a-kind character!
5:00 pm
The Splash LIVE
Live, local, social! Weekdays on TV, radio and the web!
The entire Civic Center TV team takes a look at all of the interesting news, events and projects in the Greater West Bloomfield and Oakland County community, taking a deeper, local dive into the news of the day with experts from throughout the local area and the State of Michigan!
6:00 pm
Greater West Bloomfield History through Maps
GWBHS President Gina Gregory connects the dots between original local maps and the development of our four communities!
Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society President Gina Gregory presents a special look through our local history as told by our maps, including Native American connections, development of local home life, and many other areas of our storied history!
7:00 pm
Perspectives on Traditional Native American Life: Apple Island
Mi-kwan-dahn (Mike) Jewell, tells stories of his culture and explains the uniqueness and significance of Apple Island in local indigenous culture.
Mi-kwan-dahn (Mike) Jewell, tells stories of his culture and explains the uniqueness and significance of Apple Island in local indigenous culture, providing insight into local history and one of Oakland County and Michigan’s most unique islands.
This is a production of Civic Center TV, in partnership with the Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society. For more information on Apple Island and Historical Society events and resources, please visit GWBHS.org.
8:00 pm
The Splash LIVE
Live, local, social! Weekdays on TV, radio and the web!
The entire Civic Center TV team takes a look at all of the interesting news, events and projects in the Greater West Bloomfield and Oakland County community, taking a deeper, local dive into the news of the day with experts from throughout the local area and the State of Michigan!
9:00 pm
Greater West Bloomfield History through Maps
GWBHS President Gina Gregory connects the dots between original local maps and the development of our four communities!
Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society President Gina Gregory presents a special look through our local history as told by our maps, including Native American connections, development of local home life, and many other areas of our storied history!
10:00 pm
2024 Oakland County State of the County
Oakland County Executive David Coulter addresses the past year and the future of Oakland County!
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