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Category Archives: All Stories

Seven Lakes State Park in Holly to Close Weekdays for Construction Projects

All Stories, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Rose Township, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 7, 2024

Three large projects are kicking off very soon:

May 8 – Workshop for SE Oakland Communities on Safe Streets

All Stories, Berkley, Clawson, Events, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2024

The discussion will focus on “what would make the Southeast Oakland County streets safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and drivers? “

Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate?  Nominations Being Accepted

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 6, 2024

Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate

Winners Announced in Oakland County Treasurer’s Financial Literacy Art Contest

All Stories, Bloomfield Area Communities, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Northville, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

“Each piece of art showcases creativity and skill and an understanding of financial empowerment that is essential for our youth”

May 7 Ballot – Hazel Park School District Bond Proposal

2024 Election, All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

Voters in the Hazel Park School District, which includes part of Ferndale, have a bond proposal on the May 7, 2024 ballot.

May 7 Ballot – Huron Valley Schools Bond Proposal

2024 Election, All Stories, Highland Twp., Slide, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

Voters in the Huron Valley School District have a bond proposal on the May 7, 2024 ballot.

2024 Election Info.

2024 Election, Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 5, 2024

Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to editor@oc115.com for more info.

14 Garden Clubs Across SE Michigan Gather in Pleasant Ridge to Learn and Grow Together

All Stories, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 4, 2024

Among the Clubs in attendance were those from Farmington, Ferndale, Livonia, Dearborn and others.

Orion Supervisor Shares State of the Township w/Cinematic Flair

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 3, 2024

From Dodgeball to developments, Back to the Future to budgets, and references to The Sandlot, Orion Supervisor Chris Barnett’s State of the Township speech gave traditionally un-entertaining municipal governance topics a bit of Hollywood glow.

Publisher Crystal Proxmire Honored as Finalist for Intern Supervisor of the Year Award

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Favorites, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Holly, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 3, 2024

Schanz wrote an exceptionally kind recommendation letter for Proxmire’s nomination, telling the Grand Valley judges…

Brian Calley Shares Small Business Outlook at Royal Oak Chamber Luncheon

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Huntington Woods, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oak Park, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 30, 2024

SBAM President and CEO Brian Calley was the keynote speaker for the event.

Volunteers Remove Invasive Species from Highland’s Hickory Ridge Pines Park

All Stories, Highland Twp., Slide, Uncategorized, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 30, 2024

The crew found an abundance of Bittersweet, as well as some Autumn Olive, Bush Honey Suckle, and Garlic Mustard.

Ferndale Fifth Graders Visit DIA, Make Art

All Stories, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak Township, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 30, 2024

Learn more about Ferndale Schools at https://www.ferndaleschools.org/

OC Restaurant Quest:  Atam’s Pizza and Wings in Rochester Hills

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Reporter Food, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 30, 2024

Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County. 

Oakland County Residents Invited to Take Food Landscape Community Survey

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 28, 2024

Community partners in Oakland County are conducting a food landscape study & are seeking input via this community survey.

Explore: Parks, Trails, Downtowns, and Other Destinations in Oakland County (and Beyond)

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 26, 2024

Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.

OC Restaurant Quest: Hippies Pizza in Royal Oak

All Stories, Reporter Food, Royal Oak, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 25, 2024

Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County

Innovation Hills to Get New Restrooms Thanks to County Grant

All Stories, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 25, 2024

The city plans to begin construction in summer or fall of 2024.

Khadija Walker-Fobbs Making Strides in Housing Across Oakland County

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Commerce Twp., Ferndale, Hazel Park, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Oxford, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Uncategorized, Waterford, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 24, 2024

“It’’s not a secret. There’s been so many articles about the housing shortage nationally and in the state.”

Hazel Park Celebrates Opening of New Playground at Green Acres Park

All Stories, Explore!, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 23, 2024

The new playground is four times bigger than the jungle gym it replaced, with lots of fun to be had on the various features to crawl through, climb on, and slide down. 

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