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.
Videos: Candidates for State Rep. 27th District
The candidates are: Democrat Regina Weiss, Republican Elizabeth Goss, Libertarian Gregory Stempfle, and Green Party candidate Sherry Wells.
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.
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.
2020 Candidate Interview: John Tolbert for OCC Board of Trustees
Voters throughout Oakland County have the opportunity to select two Trustees for the Oakland Community College Board.
U of M Researchers Say Oakland County Economy Poised for Rebound
Oakland County’s workforce was severely impacted when unemployment in the county spiked at 19.5 percent in April and 19.3 percent in May. Ehrlich predicted the county’s unemployment rate for 2020 would improve dramatically to 9.1 percent for the year, with the rate nationally at 9.2 percent.
2020 Candidate Interview: Adrienne Young for 6th Circuit Court Judge (Write-In)
In the race for 6th Circuit Court Judge, there are six incumbents running to retain their seats, plus one write-in candidate.
2020 Candidate Interview: Connor Nepomuceno for Oakland County Executive
In the race for Oakland County Executive there are three candidates.
Enhanced Notification Service Now Available for Crime Victims in Michigan
The enhanced MI-VINE service offers users innovative functionality, an improved user experience and expanded access to victim services.
$28 Million Approved to Help Schools with COVID-19 Expenses
School districts will be able to apply for items that have not been reimbursed by the state or federal government. Funding for the initiative has been made available from the federal CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Funds received by Oakland County.
Election Analysis: Rejected Absentee Ballots, & How to Prevent Them in November
Oakland County had a slightly higher rejection rate of 1.7 percent of their total 261,890 absentee ballots.
Here’s How to Nominate a School Support Staffer for Statewide Award
Nominees must, at a minimum, demonstrate excellence in the following areas: (A) Work performance; (B) School and community involvement; (C) Leadership and commitment; (D) Local support (from co-workers, school administrators, community members, etc., who speak to the nominee’s exemplary work); (E) Enhancement of classified school employees’ image in the community and schools.