Detroit Zoo Has Visits by Appointment
Our goal is to provide the great Zoo experience you love, while also creating an environment that is safe — not only for us humans but also for the animals who may be susceptible to contracting this virus.
Hazel Park Schools Need 9,000 Masks, Here’s How to Help
Aiming for three masks per student, Kruppe is hoping to secure 9,000 masks to give students so they can protect themselves and others from the deadly coronavirus.
Deadline Approaching for Matching Funds in Downtown Business Crowdfunding Campaigns
Deadlines for each community vary. Check out all the campaigns at patronicity.com/MSOC.
Ferndale Restaurant Scene Revs Cautiously Back Up
But as the state lifts restrictions, the taste for more than take-out is growing again among customers who want a break from social isolation.
Holly Hotel, Other Restaurants Adapt to Dining at a Distance, Outdoor Seating
Restaurants like Avia, Blackthorn Pub, Red Devil, Northern Oak Brewery and more have all been included in the County’s guidance. Patrons can dine in or carryout, and are welcome to enjoy the tables in the Battle Alley space.
Clerks Come Together for Oakland County Safe, Healthy and Secure Elections Advisory Council
We want to make sure all votes get counted, and elections can be held fairly and safely in 2020.
As COVID-19 Continues, County Releases New Map and Data
For all other COVID-19 questions, contact the COVID-19 Help Hotline at 248-858-1000 or hotline@oakgov.com.
Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Mourns Death of Deputy Garza
Deputy Garza was a 20-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office and held positions in Corrections, Courts, Road Patrol, and was a School Resource Officer for Clarkston Community Schools for the past five years where he was well-liked by the students.
Farmington Hills Police Alert UPDATED
The Farmington Hills Police Department is investigating a report of a suspicious person who approached a child on Friday, June 5, 2020.
2020 Candidate Interview: Karen Adams for County Commission 7th District
In the race for County Commissioner of the 7th District, incumbent Christine Long, a Republican, is on the ballot as well as challenger Karen Adams, a Democrat.
2020 Candidate Interview: Chuck Moss for County Commission 12th District
Candidates for County Commissioner of the 12th District are Democrat Kelly Dillaha and Republican Chuck Moss.
2020 Candidate Interview: Yolanda Charles for County Commission 17th District
Southfield, Oak Park, MI – In the race for County Commissioner of the 17th District, the candidates are Democrat Yolanda S. Charles, Republican Mordechai Klainberg, and Green Party Candidate Destiny Clayton. This position has a two year term. Election Day is Nov. 3, 2020.
2020 Candidate Interview: David Harrell for County Commission 20th District
Challenger David Harrell is unopposed in the Republican Primary.
Oak Park Protestors Stand with Black Lives Matter
“There is so much left to be done, but this is a very important step in the right direction,” Weiss said.
Enough is Enough: Protestors March in Novi and Walled Lake
Novi Police had escorted the protestors along East Lake Drive and Walled Lake’s Chief of Police Paul Shakinas was outside to listen to protestors when they got to his front door.
Lake Orion Protest Affirms Black Lives Matter Movement
“I would like to see truly equal justice under the law. I think that it has become clear to everyone that there are different rules for those with power and privilege and those without.
2020 Candidate Interview: Theresa Bills for Groveland Township Treasurer
In the race for Groveland Township Treasurer the contenders in the Republican Primary are Theresa Bills and incumbent Shelly Kidd.
Hundreds March for Justice in Downtown Ferndale
The march went through Downtown Ferndale, and ended with a rally in Geary Park.
Royal Oakers Stand Up to Racism
Among the organizers of the peaceful protest was Keesha Honeybee, She not only dennounced the recent violence directed at black American men and women, but also questioned how individuals would proceed with changing the way people of color are treated.
HW Peace, Citizenship and Education Project Demonstrates Against Racism
The organization began almost twenty years ago in response to U. S. foreign policy in reaction to the 9/11 event.