Before the Closures: Rocky and Roberta’s Wedding Graces Ferndale High School
“Never give up on the chance to find love again,” she said.
Holly Schools Serving Up Over 1,000 Meals a Day…
Meals are available for all students age 18 and under and those with special needs age 26 and under, regardless if they attend Holly Area Schools.
Maple Road to Close for Bridge Demolition Over Weekend
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) contracting crews will be closing both directions of Maple Road under I-75 for bridge demolition starting at 9 a.m. Friday, April 3.
Clean Planet Offers Meal Delivery and Pickup of “Mindful Meals”
Flavors include grilled chicken and broccoli over rice; fajita chicken and veggies over rice, chicken with corn over rice, cheese tortellini with tomato sauce and meat tortellini with tomato sauce.
Inmate in Oakland County Jail Dies of Suicide
A female was found hanging in her cell during normal rounds at 2128 hours
Attorney General: JoAnn Fabrics Not an Essential Service
The Attorney General’s office recently added a new section to its website, Know Your Employment Rights, to provide Michigan residents with more information on the legal rights of employees and employers under the executive order.
County Shares City by City Data on Coronavirus Cases
The map will be updated each evening. Darker areas on the map have more confirmed cases.
Michigan National Guard to Help Staff Food Banks
Support to the Food Banks is scheduled to begin March 30 and is expected to continue through mid-April.
SMART Bus Services Cut Back as COVID-19 Impacts Ridership
SMART is implementing further service reductions starting Tuesday, March 31, 2020 as a way to better match service on the road with the reduced demand.
Pics: Signs of Support Dot Walks Throughout Oakland County
Here are some pics from around the county. Add yours to our Facebook conversation to share what fun things you’ve seen or done!
Bagpipe Music in Hazel Park a Surprise for Dad in Senior…
“Dad has always loved the bagpipes and all things history and military so I knew he would really enjoy it.”
County Announces $3 Million Stabilization Fund for Small Businesses
“The Board of Commissioners is committed to keeping our small businesses in operation and our health care systems above water, supporting their many employees and keeping our residents safe,” said David Woodward, board chairman.
17 Deaths and 691 Cases of Coronavirus in Oakland County So Far
As of March 26 there have been 691 confirmed cases of COVID-19 Coronavirus in Oakland County.
Census: A Revolutionary Idea, Plus Reasons to be Counted
The census is as old as America. And so are controversies about it.
Tips for Maintaining Mental Health During the Coronavirus Outbreak
As we incorporate scary-sounding phrases like “social distancing” and “self-isolation” into our daily vocabularies, it’s apparent we must also devote time and attention to our mental and emotional health
How to Report Price-Gouging, Executive Order Violations
The orders are in place to protect the public health and welfare of Michigan’s residents…
SMART Adjusts Bus Services
SMART services provide a critical role getting those who need transit to get to critical infrastructure jobs as well as those who need to make essential trips.
English Language Support Continues as Oakland Literacy Council Tutors Online
I have two students that I have committed myself to each week. Yet I’m embracing this new opportunity to learn and expand my knowledge of using digital tools.
County Order: Employees Must Be Screened to Prevent Coronavirus Spread
The Oakland County Health Division today issued an emergency order requiring essential businesses to screen all employees for illness, exposure to COVID-19…
Food Pantries Adapt to Stay Safe, Serve More as Need Continues to Grow
Not only are pantry volunteers continuing to tackle the endless need to keep provisions coming in and going out, they’re also adjusting their work flows, pantry spaces, and procedures to keep volunteers and recipients safe.