Data Shows Enrollment Down in Every Oakland County School District, Except for Clarkston
Of the 28 public districts in the county, the only one to gain students was Clarkston which added 10.
Birmingham Announces Improved ISO Rating Thanks to Fire Department Efforts
The rating is good news for residents and commercial owners not only from a safety perspective, but also from a potential monetary perspective.
Danger in Local Politics: Expert Shares Tips for Staying Safe while Campaigning
Yet the hard reality for candidates – from national politicians right down to city councils and school boards – is that there are many things that can go wrong when someone puts themselves out there to campaign.
89,500 Oakland County Residents on Medicaid Will Need to Take Part in Renewal Process
Oakland County and its community partners are urging the county’s 89,500 residents who are enrolled in Medicaid to participate in Michigan’s Medicaid renewal process to avoid any potential gaps in healthcare coverage.
Video: Howard Collens on the Importance of Wills and Estate Planning
We spoke with Howard for this brief interview about wills, and things to consider when making one.
Nonprofits Lifting Michiganders Out of Poverty Can Apply for MI Impact Grants
The MI Impact Grant program supports Gov. Whitmer’s MI New Economy plan that set a goal of lifting 100,000 families out of working poverty during the next five years.
Meijer Pre-made Salads Recalled
The recall is part of a broader Revolution Farms lettuce recall and includes premade salads carried at Meijer stores in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, and Wisconsin.
BOSS Interview: Dennis Whittie of Whittie Law Center
The Whittie Law Center began eight years ago and has an office in Royal Oak, though Whittie represents clients throughout the Metro Detroit area.
CP Journalism Series: Why We Report on the Sad Stuff
There are a number of reasons why journalists share information about the saddest and hardest experiences that happen in the community
As Dog Census Approaches, County Reminds Owners to Purchase License
People may usually purchase a dog license from staff at their local city, village, or township hall, from many veterinary offices, at our location, or online at oakgov.com/petadoption.
Oakland County Loses Population for Second Year in a Row
2022’s estimate of 1,269,431 is almost 5,000 less than the 2020 Census count.
Man Accused of Assaulting and Carjacking a 74 Year Old Uber Driver in Birmingham
Birmingham Officers arrived on scene and took the suspect into custody without incident with the assistance of Bloomfield Township and Bloomfield Hills police.
MML Foundation Accepting Applications for Bridge Builders Microgrants
Projects must occur in a Michigan Municipal League member community. League member communities include nearly every city and village, as well as multiple urban townships in Michigan.
SB Woodward Avenue to Close at South Blvd. for Two Months for Intersection Improvements
MDOT is investing $3.1 million to complete intersection safety improvements on I-75 BL (Woodward Avenue) at South Boulevard.
County Executive Coulter Touts Values, Shares Updates at State of the County Address
As you can see, our future is bright. Your county is strong. It’s dedicated to reweaving the fabric of our communities through a wonderful mosaic of relationships.
Contest for Kids K-8 to Create Art for Birmingham Farmers Market 2023 Tote Bags
In preparation for its 21st season, the Birmingham Farmers Market invites children of all artistic abilities, in kindergarten through eighth grade, to participate in the 2023 tote bag design contest.
New Nonprofit Oakland Thrive Launched to Help Small Businesses
The nonprofit allows greater flexibility, sustainability, and scope when it comes to helping small businesses succeed.
Explore: A Look Inside Michigan’s First Goodwill Bookstore
Goodwill is known for their thrift stores full of gently-used clothes, housewares, toys and more. But they’ve brought a new concept to Michigan…
Recycling Equals Cash for the Community, and Other Tips from an Oak Park Commission’s SOCRRA Tour
The materials are received from the 12 SOCRRA communities of Oak Park, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak and Troy.
Six Week Program Provides Financial Education, Potential Money Towards Debt or Home Ownership
We are hoping to enroll struggling metro Detroit low-income families to finally help them get control of their finances, improve their credit scores and, eventually, be able to own their own home