Candidate Interview: David Coulter for Oakland County Executive
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County Approves Funding for Road Projects, Here’s the Full List
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners approved funding to help complete more than $29.2 million in new local road projects during its May 22 meeting.
Top Baby Names in Michigan and Across the County Released
It’s the fifth year in a row that the names took the top slot together
Aug 6 Ballot – Commerce Township Park Improvements and Acquisition of Open Space Millage Renewal
Shall this voted millage be renewed at up to .3662 mill (0.3662 cents per $1000 of taxable property value) and levied for an additional 10 years…
Construction Alert: Lane Closures on M-59 to Begin May 29
Learn more about this and other projects at the MDOT MI Drive Map.
Looking for Farmers Markets? Oakland County Has an Interactive Map
Use our list of farmers markets or interactive map to find a market near you.
Permits Across Oakland County Show How Much New Housing is Being Built, by City
The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) released their annual look at new construction across their seven-county service area, and Oakland County Times has decided to take a look at the data.
Census Estimates Show Gains and Losses in Population for Oakland County Communities
The following three charts show the results for communities across Oakland County – separated into cities, townships, and villages…
The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate? Nominations Being Accepted
Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate
2024 Election Info.
Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to editor@oc115.com for more info.
Volunteers Needed to Pull Invasive Garlic Mustard at Locations Across Oakland County
These events seek to reduce this common invasive species, which can prevent native plants from thriving.
County Offering Reduced Fees for Dog and Cat Adoptions Through May 15
The adoption fee for this event will be $25.00 for dog adoptions and $15.00 for cat adoptions.
Brian Calley Shares Small Business Outlook at Royal Oak Chamber Luncheon
SBAM President and CEO Brian Calley was the keynote speaker for the event.
Khadija Walker-Fobbs Making Strides in Housing Across Oakland County
“It’’s not a secret. There’s been so many articles about the housing shortage nationally and in the state.”
Public Tracking of Salamanders, Snakes, and Such Can Help Save Michigan Species
When you happen upon a slithering snake or a happily croaking wood frog, or if you’re a dedicated salamander seeker, tracking your finds in the Michigan Herp Atlas can make a huge difference for Michigan’s amphibian and reptile population.
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.
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 #4 – Officials Learn Lessons of Michigan’s 4,800 Railroad Crossings
There are 4,800 railroad crossings across the state of Michigan, each one inspected and maintained with the care of MDOT’s Office of Rail Safety.
Presidential Elections Past Show Trends in Oakland County
I wanted to take a look at Oakland County voter performance in Presidential contests over time, and then take a quick look at who voted in the recently completed 2024 primary.