MML #2 – As Population Declines, State Works on “Growing Michigan Together”
Michigan’s population continues to decline, and the state is working to reverse the trend.
South Oakland Cities Collaborating to Study Deer Herd Issues
In an effort to establish a regional strategy for addressing safety concerns related to the urban deer herd, the City of Farmington Hills convened a meeting of local and county leaders Wednesday…
Berkley City Manager Announces Resignation to Pursue Other Opportunities
The City of Berkley has announced that City Manager Matthew Baumgarten has given notice of resignation, expressing desire to pursue other opportunities.
MML #1: Taxing Vapes, Banning Menthol, Licensing Cigarette Retailers and More on the Table in Michigan
Smoking has re-emerged as a hot topic in Lansing as the Senate considers a package of bills related to tobacco regulation.
Census Estimates Show Continued Population Decline, Out-Migration Partly to Blame
This trend accelerated in 2023 as estimates show 8,944 more residents leaving for other counties in the U.S. than arriving in Oakland.
Income, Race, Age, and Gender: A Data-Driven Look at Voter Turnout in Oakland County
While politicians are obviously interested in past turnout and party preferences at the community level, their campaign folks will use demographics to identify where they will get the most payoff and need to concentrate their efforts.
What Unmarried Couples Should Consider When Buying Real Estate
While the decision to purchase real estate should never be made lightly, unmarried couples in particular should proceed with caution, advises attorney Scott Galloway.
Lead Levels in Ground Cinnamon Prompt FDA Warning, Recalls
Several brands of ground cinnamon are the subject of an FDA warning, with some taking part in a voluntary recall of the products
Oakland County’s 40 Under 40 Announced
The 12th Oakland Together 40 Under 40 class honors young professionals who live and/or work in Oakland County.
Michigan Dept of Treasury has Unclaimed Property Website Everyone Should Check
Treasury has millions of dollars in lost or forgotten assets that includes dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, valuables left in safe deposit boxes and stock certificates.
Construction in Birmingham to Begin March 6
Weather permitting, the project is expected to be complete by the end of April.
Trader Joe’s Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings Recalled Due to Plastic Contamination
These items were shipped to Trader Joe’s retail locations nationwide.
MTA Presentation Shares Importance of Understanding FOIA
The Freedom of Information Act is a tool for members of the public to be informed about the actions of elected officials who are serving on their behalf.
First OakAlert Siren Test is Saturday, Opportunity to Think About Emergency Planning
For more resources on how you can prepare your home, school, or business for severe weather emergencies and other disasters, visit oakgov.com/emergency-management.
Early Data Shows Where in Oakland County Early Voting & Absentee Are Catching On Fastest
The Michigan Secretary of State’s Office has provided data files on both methods, in order to provide absentee ballot comparisons between the Presidential Primary turnouts in 2020 and 2024, and to gauge the popularity of first-time early voting.
Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities Conducting Survey on Substance Use
The survey is anonymous and will take approximately 5 – 10 minutes to complete.
Video: State Senator Jeremy Moss on Proposed FOIA Reform in Michigan
Oakland County Times spoke with Senator Moss about the bills, and why FOIA is an important tool for transparency in Michigan government.
Next Generation Gets Taste of County Government
…they weren’t just learning about departments and job descriptions to help inspire dreams of public service, but from stories like Brown’s of learning and trying again.
Renters Rights – 15 Things Tenants in Michigan Should Know
Here are our Top 15 takeaways that can help renters anywhere in Michigan…
Zingerman’s Bakehouse Black Magic Brownies Recalled
The recalled products were distributed in Southeast Michigan through retail stores and online