Proposed Raymond E. Shepherd House Aiming for Low Income LGBTQ Seniors
Several leaders in the LGBTQ community and housing advocates joined in the Planning Commission on Wednesday via Zoom to express support for the project.
Hungry? Here are 150+ Restaurants We’ve Tried in Oakland County
Please consider checking out new places, trying new things, and supporting local restaurants.
Applications Open for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program
In an effort to continue to support small businesses, the Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program will provide funding to eligible small businesses disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
Can You Top “Sir Salts-A-Lot”? MDOT Seek Plow Name Suggestions
Yes, Plowy McPlowface is on the list.
Royal Oak Blessings in a Backpack Has a Wish List to Help Kids
Blessings in a Backpack has continued to feed Royal Oak School students through the pandemic and the need is always there because hunger never takes a break.
Entertainment Venues Can Apply for Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program
The Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program will provide a total of $3.5 million in one-time grants of up to $40,000 to eligible entertainment and live music venues throughout Michigan
Reporter Food: Voyager in Ferndale
For a special evening I splurged on a Connecticut Lobster Roll, Winter Fennel Salad, and Hushpuppies.
Rochester Snowglow Adds Enchantment to a Wintry Saturday
Others included a shooting star, a gingerbread man, a Christmas kitten and a toy soldier. One even had poinsettias frozen into sculpture.
From 120,000 Deaths to 91% Saves, No-Kill Efforts Working…
Shelters in Oakland County collectively reached over 90% live release rate, with several organizations reaching 98% or higher.
New Affordable Townhomes in Oak Park Welcoming First Residents
The $15M development is a partnership between Lighthouse of Oakland County and Southwest Solutions.
Girl Scouts’ Efforts Lead to Free Little Pantry at Berkley First UMC
In this time of pandemic, the pantry has been an immense blessing – both to those with a need for food assistance, and for those with the desire to give. It is filled and emptied almost every day.”
Holly Moves Forward with Creation of Social District for Outdoor Drinking
The Village of Holly joins three other Oakland County municipalities in moving towards establishment of a Social District to allow for outside consumption of adult beverages in specially approved areas.
Video Break: Two and a Half Minutes of a Tiger Grooming Itself
We caught one of the trio getting all primped and ready to see guests one morning in early January…
Reporter Food: The Holly Cafe
The Holly Cafe has taken the time to re-imagine their adorable space to provide easy, healthy options for people on the go.
2019 Oakland County Births Reach Lowest Total Since 1951
New data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) show that 12,899 babies were born to residents of Oakland County in 2019.
Troy Library’s Woke Reading Challenge Shares Stories of Diverse Experiences
Our community is widely diverse, and one of the best things about reading, listening to, or watching a story about someone who has lived a very different existence from your own is that you might understand them better.
Suspect Wanted for Hit & Run of Officer Captured in Ferndale Following Chase
The driver was turned over to Highland Park Officers at the scene.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Who’s Eligible, How to Sign Up, Update on Supply
In addition to frontline essential workers, there are over 217,000 residents age 65 and older eligible to receive the vaccine in Oakland County.
Reporter Food: Charlie’s Restaurant in Madison Heights
Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County.
Detroit Zoo Welcomes Dr. Matthews as Director of Diversity and Community Engagement
Dr. Matthews will work closely with the DZS executive team, racial equity working group, diversity advisory council and human resource department as well as the board’s diversity and community engagement committee.