2020 Candidate Interviews ~ Aug. 4 Primary
May 2nd 2020
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office voted on in Oakland County the opportunity to do a video interview.
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Turkey Vulture Living in Stairwell of Golf Course Gets Help from Detroit Zoo
August 3rd 2020
“We believe the bird left the nest prematurely and didn’t have the flight capability to return to it.”
Sept. – Virtual5k Throughout Michigan to Support Accessibility
August 2nd 2020
Throughout the month of September, the Michigan Parks and Recreation Foundation is hosting a Virtual 5K (3.1 miles) to raise funds to provide accessible recreation opportunities for parks and programs. You can run, walk, skateboard, bike, or swim a 5K during the month of September!
SOCRRA Recycling Center Open by Appointment
August 2nd 2020
Residents will be required to wear a mask while visiting the Center during their scheduled appointment time and residency will be verified by attendant.
Video Interviews with Candidates for Troy City Council
August 1st 2020
Check out our video interviews with both candidates:
Video Interviews with Candidates for State Rep 27th District
August 1st 2020
The candidates are Kelli Williams, Regina Weiss, Martin Tutwiler, Dan Tuck, Matt Stoel, Robert Lathrop, Kevin Kresch, and Crystal Bailey. The winner of the Aug. 4 primary will face Elizabeth Goss who is unopposed in the Republican Primary on the Nov. 3, 2020 election.
Candidates for Oakland County Prosecutor 2020
August 1st 2020
In the Aug. 4 Democratic Primary voters in Oakland County will chose between incumbent Jessica Cooper and challenger Karen McDonald for Oakland County Prosecutor. The winner of the primary will then face Lin Goetz who is unopposed in the Republican Primary.
Video Interviews with Candidates for Holly Township Clerk
August 1st 2020
In the race for Holly Township Clerk, there are only Republicans running, with Incumbent Township Clerk Karin Winchester on the ballot as well as challenger Katy Golden.
Videos Interviews with Holly Township Treasurer Candidates
August 1st 2020
In the race for Holly Township Treasurer, there are only candidates in the Republican Primary, with incumbent Township Treasurer Mark Freeman on the ballot, as well as challengers Dave Cruickshank and Richard Kinnamon.
Video Interviews with Candidates for County Commission 18th District
August 1st 2020
Hazel Park, Ferndale, Oak Park, Royal Oak Township, Huntington Woods, MI - In the race for County Commissioner of the 18th District there are two Democrats facing off in the Aug. 4, 2020 Primary: Charlie Cavell and Dan Cherrin.
Video Interviews with Oakland County Sheriff Candidates 2020
August 1st 2020
The Primary takes place Aug. 4, 2020. The winner of the Democratic Primary will face Bouchard in the Nov. 3 election.
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2020 Candidate Interviews ~ Aug. 4 Primary
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office voted on in Oakland County the opportunity to do a video interview.
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Ferndale: Man on Motorized Bicycle Injured in Crash into Side of Vehicle
The motorized bicyclist was traveling south on Woodward Ave along the SB sidewalk.
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Sept. 2 – Red Cross Blood Drive in Farmington Hills
The American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive on Wednesday, September 2 from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. at the Costick Center.
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Aug. 11 – Zoom Storytime with Berkley Parks & Rec
We might not be able to meet in the parks this summer, but we're still partnering with Parks & Rec to put on a special storytime with lots of extra movement and activities!
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Aug. 10 – SEMCOG: Exploring Great Lakes & Fresh Water Week
This event will feature speakers from Office of the Great Lakes, the Cranbrook Institute of Science Fresh Water Forum, Great Lakes Water Authority, and SEMCOG.
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Aug 8 – Red Oaks Carnivorous Plants Program w/Sundew Terrarium Craft at Red Oaks
Learn about the exciting world of carnivorous plants, including Michigan’s natives. Then, craft a spaghetti jar terrarium to take home a sundew cutting.
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Aug. 8 – Annual FernCare Garage Sale, Here’s How to Donate Items
The annual FernCare Garage Sale returns this year as part of the annual Pleasant Ridge Citywide Garage Sale!
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Aug. 6 – Up, Up, & Away! Zoom with Mad Scientist and Dragons
A Mad Scientist will experiment with air and pressure through tales of spells, dragon riding, and explosive dragon sneezes.
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Aug. 6 – Ferndale Splash Pad Community Conversation
Staff from the City's Parks & Recreation Department will show some early concepts and we'll ask you—our residents and park users—to weigh in and offer feedback.
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Aug 5 – An Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation via Zoom
We will start with a short introduction followed by a 30 minute guided, sitting meditation, then close the session with questions, answers and interesting experiences.
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State Offers Rental Assistance Program for those Facing Eviction
Funding for the EDP comes from Senate Bill 690, which appropriated $880 million in federal dollars from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
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Pontiac, Oakland County International Airport, MI
Last Updated on Aug 3 2020, 3:53 pm EDT
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