Candidate Interview: Moneka Sanford for Judge in 6th Circuit Court
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Oakland Thrive Hosting Events and Classes for Small Business Success
Some are in person throughout the county, and others are online.
Candidate Interview: Michael Bouchard for Oakland County Sheriff
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Candidate Interview: Amrit Kohli for Oakland County Sheriff (withdraw intended)
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Candidate Interview: Scott Farida for Oakland County Prosecutor
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Happy Birthday Oakland County Times!
Today Oakland County Times turns 15!
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
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.
29 States, Including Michigan, Join Antitrust Lawsuit Against Ticketmaster
The lawsuit asks the court to restore competition in the live entertainment industry by prohibiting Live Nation from engaging in its anticompetitive practices and ordering the company to divest Ticketmaster.
MSU Extension Offering Native Plant Kits, Registration Required
Research shows that native species are more adept at fostering biodiversity, protecting local habitat and attracting wildlife – including ever-important pollinators.
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…
No More Non-Competes, FTC Bans Restrictive Clauses in Most Circumstances
In a move to promote competition and worker freedom, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule banning non-compete agreements in most circumstances nationwide.
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.