Square Lake Road to Close for Construction
Beginning 7 a.m. Monday, April 15, westbound I-75 BL will be closed at Opdyke Road.
Caretaker Marivelis Serrano Charged with Embezzling from Elderly Client
The charges included one count of Embezzlement $100,000 or more, twelve counts of Uttering and Publishing, and five counts of Identity Theft.
Highlights from Executive Dave Coulter’s State of the County Address
Kicking off the speech, Coulter took time to reflect on wins from the past year and provide updates on other programs that were introduced during the 2023 State of the County Address.
MARC #1 – Nature Lovers Across State Unite for Michigan Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy
Educational resources. Training and outreach. Stewardship. And research. All of those pieces must work together if Michigan is going to be
State Offers Behavioral Health Loan Repayment Program to Help Retain Service Providers
The program is available to behavioral health providers, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, therapists, case managers and certified behavioral analysts.
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.
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.
OC Restaurant Quest: PizzaPapalis in Bloomfield Hills and Southfield
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
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.
Construction in Birmingham to Begin March 6
Weather permitting, the project is expected to be complete by the end of April.
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.
Accent Pontiac Brings Out Leadership Skills and Musical Side of Pontiac Youth
“It’s such a joy- once you know the children you are hooked and cannot but love them” she says with a smile.
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.
Feb. 27 Presidential Primary and Local Ballot Proposals
In addition to Presidential candidates, a number of communities have ballot proposals.
OC Restaurant Quest: Zalman’s on Woodward in Bloomfield Hills
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
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.