Oakland County Cities and Townships See Population Gains According to Census Update
Oakland County’s gain was distributed across ALL 51 cities and townships.
Michigan Treasury Urges Residents to Search for Unclaimed Property on Updated Website
Michigan Unclaimed Property is the custodian of millions of dollars in lost or forgotten assets, including dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, stock certificates, and valuables left in abandoned safe deposit boxes.
Troy Fire Department Cautions Against Battery Disposal After Garbage Truck Fire
When crushed or damaged during garbage collection, they can spark fires that endanger sanitation workers, emergency crews, and the public.
Farmers Markets in Oakland County
Craving the best fruits and vegetables of the season? Look no further than one of the many Oakland County Farmers Markets.
County Commissioners Introduce Ethics and Financial Disclosure Resolutions
A pair of resolutions introduced to the Oakland County Board of Commissioner’s Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee would provide mechanisms for ethics complaints of county employees and financial disclosure requirements for county elected officials, if approved.
Oakland County’s 40 Under 40 Announced
“This program continues to highlight the people who are transforming Oakland County for the better,” Coulter said. “Each year, I’m inspired by their dedication and the energy they bring to public service, the arts, education, and business”
MTA #2 – Advice for Local Officials on Handling Complaints
Complaints are a part of life for those in public service (and many other professions too!).
Proposals on the May 6 Ballot in Oakland County
Four communities have ballot proposals on the May 6, 2025 ballot.
Oakland Thrive Awards Showcase Efforts at Supporting Small Businesses and Local Economies
Oakland Thrive held their annual awards ceremony and Small Business Spotlight at Royal Oak Farmers Market earlier this month, highlighting small businesses and the companies and agencies that are working to support them.
MML#4 – The Future of Recycling and Waste Management in Michigan
What does the future hold for recycling in Michigan?
Decrease in Overdose Deaths Shows Value of Save-A-Life Stations
These SAVE-A-LIFE stations include Naloxone (a.k.a. Narcan,) testing strips for fentanyl and xylazine, as well as safety guides.
Clawson Seeks Vendors for New Farmers Market
The Clawson Farmers Market is seeking local farmers to join us as vendors at our new outdoor city market in Downtown Clawson!
Slows Bar BQ Coming to Downtown Berkley
Detroit’s iconic SLOWS BAR BQ is officially coming to Downtown Berkley
How to Share Events on Oakland County Times
We’re inviting organizations to share their events in a simple format that we can cut and paste into our list.
SOCRRA Starts New Composting Program, Partnering with Spurt
Soil blends are regularly tested for nutrient content, organic matter, pathogens and more.
MML#3 -Local Leaders Learn Tools to Encourage More Housing
The session was packed with elected officials and administrators from cities large and small looking for housing solutions.
Proposals on the May 6 Ballot in Oakland County
Four communities have ballot proposals on the May 6, 2025 ballot.
Construction Projects Impacting Several Oakland County Parks
During this period, temporary measures and closure of park facilities are anticipated.
Summit Shares What’s New at Main Street Orgs Across Oakland County
Here they were able to celebrate successes, share ideas, and talk about challenges.
Enrollment Declines Hit 24 Out of 28 Oakland County School Districts
As can be seen in the accompanying chart, the largest losers (over 1,000 students) showed some geographic diversity…