Sylvan Lake

Mike Kowall Announces Candidacy for Oakland County Executive

April 17th 2020

Mike Kowall, a Republican from White Lake, has filed to run for Oakland County Executive.

Restaurant Inspection Reports Soon to be Available Online

February 6th 2020

Oakland County will join Macomb County, Wayne County and the City of Detroit, which have adopted similar policies.

March 10 Primary: Pontiac Schools Millages

January 27th 2020

Voters in the Pontiac School District are being asked on the March 10, 2020 Primary Ballot to approve two millages. 

Oakland County Times Favorite Stories of 2019

January 12th 2020

Here’s a look back at the best stories of the past year.

Listening and Believing: HAVEN’s Recommendations for How to Help 

December 29th 2019

The recommended response to reports of violence is not necessarily what people might expect, and in fact surprised many of the women in the roo

Planners Hear from Sean Carlson on County Leadership’s Next Steps

December 16th 2019

The Executive Team is working on a comprehensive Strategic Plan, rooted in a list of values that Carlson shared:

What are People in Oakland County Thankful For?

November 28th 2019

We asked people across Oakland County what they are grateful for this Thanksgiving. Here are some of the many great things people shared…

Police Body Cams in Oakland County…

November 25th 2019

Body cameras are one solution that’s gotten a lot of attention.  It’s also one that comes with both benefits and challenges. Roll out of the technology in Oakland County has been happening in patches.

Reporter Food: Ellen’s Bakery and Cafe in Sylvan Lake

November 21st 2019

On the way out I decided a good review should include the bakery as well. So I picked out a peaches and cream muffin and a secret agent-shaped sugar cookie for later.

After the Election, Let’s Uplift Local Journalism

November 6th 2019

I am now asking everyone who understands the value of local elections to consider sharing some of their time and efforts in helping make Oakland County Times an even better resource for the community.