Oakland Co. Health Officials Encourage Vaccination Following First Mumps Case Since 2022
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that affects the salivary glands.
Construction Projects Impacting Several Oakland County Parks
During this period, temporary measures and closure of park facilities are anticipated.
Deadline Approaching to be Michigan REAL ID Compliant, Essential for Air Travel in the US
Michigan is well above the national average in compliance with the REAL ID standard.
Six Women Honored by County Commission for Women’s History Month
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners’ Women’s History Month Awards highlight the often-unnoticed accomplishments of women in our communities.
MML#1 – What Michigan’s New Sick Time Law Means for Michigan Workers and Employers
The Earned Sick Time Act (PA 2 of 2025) came about because of citizen-led efforts to get those issues on the ballot in 2018.
Executive Coulter Touts Programming, Parks, and Transit in State of Oakland County Address
Coulter reviewed the county’s achievements, gave updates on continuing programs and introduced new initiatives.
High School Students in Oakland County Invited to Enter Financial Literacy Art Contest
All entries must be submitted no later than Friday, March 14, 2025
Divorce Trends in Oakland County and Across the Country
I have now gone back to look at the “flipside” of marriage – divorce.
Oakland County Parks Survey Seeks Input on Sustainability
Share your thoughts in a brief survey by Wednesday, Feb. 18
OC Restaurant Quest: Leo’s Coney Island
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
OCC Board Accepting Applications to Fill Trustee Position
An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through Dec. 31, 2026
DNR Shares Do’s and Don’t of Backyard Bird Feeding
In Michigan, you can still feed your backyard birds, but wildlife experts urge you to keep birds safe with some simple steps.
Dom Holmes Appointed Oakland County Economic Development Director
Holmes brings more than a dozen years of economic development experience from Oakland County and Automation Alley.
Whitmer Signs Bills on Housing, Child Labor, Road Funding and More
Including this legislation, Governor Whitmer has signed a record 1,443 bipartisan bills into law since taking office.
Data Shows Impact of Immigration on Michigan’s Population
December’s release of state population estimates demonstrated the importance of Immigrants to Michigan’s population growth.
As State Mulls Over License Fee, A Look Marriage Data in Michigan & Oakland County
The proposed fee prompted us to take a look at marriage trends from the 1960s to today.
Oakland County Black Excellence Award Nominations Due by Jan 16
“We welcome community members to nominate someone they see making a positive impact in our region, both through big and small initiatives,” said Commissioner Linnie Taylor
Jan 14 – Free Zoom for Caregivers About Michigan’s New Power of Attorney Act
Michigan’s adoption of a new Power of Attorney Act in July 2024 has led to more powers but also some limitations of previous power of attorney laws for those taking care of loved ones.
Attorney General Shares Tips for Avoiding Credit Card Scams
Here are a few tips to help you keep your credit card accounts safe
Baldwin Public Library in Birmingham Board Seeks Student Representative
City of Birmingham, Village of Beverly Hills, Village of Bingham Farms, or the City of Bloomfield Hills to apply for the position of Student Representative to the Baldwin Public Library Board.