2020 Election Results (in progress)
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County Executive Announces New Economic Development Strategy
Key focus areas are educational attainment, mobility, digitizing manufacturing and supporting small businesses.
Tablets for County Jail Inmates to Reduce Contraband, Improve Education
Inmates will also have complete access to a library on the tablets which will include education, substance abuse resources, cognitive behavior programming, as well as a complete law library. Having access to this programming, has been proven to dramatically reduce recidivism, change inmate behavior, and better prepare inmates when released back into the community.
Oakland County Launches At Home Flu Vaccinations for Older Adults
Public Health Nurses will visit residents’ home during a designated appointment time. Nurses can provide individuals 65 years and older a senior higher dose or regular flu shot.
Videos: Candidates for Oakland County Executive
In the race for Oakland County Executive there are three candidates.
Videos: Candidates for Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds
In the race for Oakland County Clerk and Register of Deeds, incumbent Lisa Brown, a Democrat, is running for re-election. Republican Tina Barton is also on the ballot.
Videos: Interviews for Oakland County Sheriff Candidates
In the race for Oakland County Sheriff, incumbent Michael Bouchard, a Republican, is running for re-election. Democrat Vincent Gregory is also on the ballot.
Videos: Candidates for Oakland County Prosecutor
In the Nov. 3 election, voters in Oakland County will chose between Democrat Karen McDonald and Republican Lin Goetz for Prosecutor.
Videos: Candidates for Oakland County Treasurer
The candidates for Oakland County Treasurer are Democrat Robert Wittenberg and Republican Joe Kent.
Bill Signed into Law to Allow Remote Public Meetings to Continue
By allowing for remote meetings, public bodies and residents can continue practicing safe social distancing while also ensuring meetings remain open, accessible and transparent to the public,” said Governor Whitmer.
Halloween and COVID: What Activities are High, Moderate, and Low Risk?
The being said, many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween.
Peanut Butter Cookie Mix Up Prompts Recall Of Back to Nature Crackers
B&G Foods announced today it is voluntarily recalling a very limited number of boxes of a single date code of 6 oz. Back to Nature Organic Rosemary & Olive Oil Stoneground Wheat Crackers…
Recall Alert: Spice Hunter Products
We are recalling other products produced on those same days out of an abundance of caution regarding potential cross contamination.
Check Out Video Interviews with Candidates Throughout Oakland County
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office voted on in Oakland County the opportunity to do a video interview.
This is a huge undertaking, and we post new videos as we can right up until the election. So please check back often and be patient.
Commerce Township Employee Injured by Razor Blades on Election Sign
Both signs were taken as evidence and an Evidence Technician responded to process both signs. The case remains under investigation.
2020 Candidate Interview: Jason Michael Deneau for OCC Board of Trustees
Voters throughout Oakland County have the opportunity to select two Trustees for the Oakland Community College Board.
Recall Issued for Cantaloupes and Fruit Trays Sold at Meijer Stores
The multi-state recall involves whole cantaloupe and select cut cantaloupe fruit trays and bowls in various weights ranging from 6–40 ounces sold between Sept. 26 and Oct. 5 of this year at all Meijer stores
RCOC to Residents: “Shake Your Mailbox”
It is a resident’s responsibility to ensure his or her mailbox is secure.
Mask Use Required in Oakland County Per Health Order
Additional health orders may be issued in the coming days to cover capacity at restaurants, bars, employee health screenings and other public health concerns.