Email: Art.Aisner@Patch.com
Phone: 248-631-7111
Hometown: Farmington Hills, MI
Birthday: August
I'm a life-long Michigander with a nose for news that has served me well while covering communities stretching from 'Tuliptown' to metro Detroit. I spent the majority of my career in journalism covering public safety and government for a variety of publications, including a decade-long stint at the Ann Arbor News. And I've loved the ride.
While chronicling community news is a means to support my family, I am very passionate about providing people with useful and timely information packaged in an engaging and thought-provoking way.
The journalism "bug" first bit before I graduated from North Farmington High School in 1992 and carried me through four whirlwind years at Michigan State University.
Despite my appreciation for all Ann Arbor has to offer, good and bad, I undoubtedly bleed green and white and am a die-hard Detroit sports fan.
I'm humbled by the opportunity to share people's lives with others and still get a thrill from capturing the moments, memories and experiences that often define people's lives and the times we live in.
Your Beliefs
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Politics
Though I have views that pull me toward either side the political spectrum, I generally like to play in the center. When it comes to work, objectivity is paramount when covering campaigns and political issues. Fairness will be the standard at Bloomfield-MIPatch.
Religion
I grew up in a household that practiced conservative Judaism and am very proud and appreciative of the values, knowledge and moral compass instilled in me as a result. Part of that appreciation, however, came only from exploring other people's religions as a journalist over the years. And I'm still curious.
Local Hot-Button Issues
The high school consolidation controversy continues to be a divisive hurdle for local public schools and their supporters. I've also heard a lot of chatter about local library services, area traffic congestion and water rates. I hope to explore those and other key issues impacting the community, including the economy.
The Bloomfield Township Police Department provided this information. Arrests, where they are mentioned, do not indicate conviction.
Bloomfield Township's latest restaurant opened it's doors and is making an impression on local diners.
The NCAA championship was just the beginning of special honors for Bloomfield's Andrew Miller, who may represent Bloomfield, Cranbrook and Yale in the Hockey Hall of Fame
The former Cranbrook Crane has another stellar week following Yale's NCAA Championship win.
The Books-A-Million chain's newest store takes over a familiar space for local bookworms in the Bloomfield area.
The Birmingham Police Department provided the following information. Arrests, where they are mentioned, do not indicate conviction.
Vonzell Berry, of Detroit, faces one count of breaking and entering a vehicle in the Panera Bread parking lot.
Late afternoon storms cause havoc, widespread power outages in Oakland County.
The Books-A-Million chain's newest store takes over a familiar space for local bookworms just outside the Birmingham border in Beverly Hills.
State Rep. Mike McCready, R-Bloomfield Hills, and colleague Klint Kesto, R-Commerce Township, will discuss Michigan's new autism benefit law.
State Rep. Mike McCready, R-Bloomfield Hills, and colleague Klint Kesto, R-Commerce Township, will discuss Michigan's new autism benefit law.
Steven Schmatz is proving to be one of the best young scientific minds in the region, state and nation.
Steven Schmatz is proving to be one of the best young scientific minds in the region, state and nation.
State Rep. Mike McCready, R-Bloomfield Hills, and colleague Klint Kesto, R-Commerce Township, will discuss Michigan's new autism benefit law.
Two briefcases found in the bushes outside the Jewish Community Center proved to be harmless, according to reports.
The USA Swimming Foundation provided grants to just 41 programs around the country.
Royce Benjamin of Bloomfield Hills said his family cheered on his son at the Boston Marathon and headed to the finish line when the explosions occurred.
The USA Swimming Foundation provided grants to just 41 programs around the country.
The Birmingham Police Department provided the following information. Arrests, where they are mentioned, do not indicate conviction.
Before she married GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney, Ann Davies grew up in this sprawling ranch now on the market at a reduced price.