VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts

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The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.

Rep. Carter Introduces Bill to Allow Hybrid Public Meetings

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The Michigan Legislature has amended the Open Meetings Act (OMA) multiple times during the COVID-19 pandemic to enable virtual meetings. However, all local governments are once again required to meet in person.

Oakland County Offering Free Rabies Vaccine with Dog License Purchase

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“We don’t want the cost of the rabies vaccine to be a barrier for anyone getting a dog license, especially as spring approaches and we’re spending more time outdoors with our pets.”

Support Our 2022 Local Journalism GoFundMe Drive

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We’re raising money to fund local journalism in 2022, with resources going to help with paying reporters, technology needs, and basic expenses. We are also working on getting a new website, and your support will help make that possible.

Optimism Fills Coulter’s State of the County Address

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In a room full of folks from around Oakland County and from both sides of the aisle, County Executive Dave Coulter gave his annual State of the County Address at M-1 Concourse in Pontiac. 

Growing MI Business Grants Available for Businesses

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This grant is available March 1 through March 31, 2022.

Video: County Treasurer Hoping to Reduce Foreclosure, Shares Resources

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March 31 is the deadline to reach out to prevent a foreclosure from happening.

Oakland County Announces 40 Under 40

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These individuals exemplify Oakland Together, Coulter’s vision for a community working together to leverage its strengths, address its challenges, and find value in working with regional partners.

With Fire Fatalities on the Rise, Michigan Shares Data and Prevention Tips

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According to the Bureau of Fire Services, fire-related deaths across Michigan are up 144% compared to the same 34 days in 2021.

Oakland County Joins Regional Partnerships for Water Infrastructure and Broadband

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine Lake

The partnership groups, which are called the “Regional Partnership for Broadband Infrastructure and Equity” and the “Regional Partnership for Water Infrastructure,” will establish a framework to address a wide range of internet and broadband accessibility and water infrastructure challenges facing the Southeast Michigan region.

MDHHS Online Stay Well Groups Help Boost Mental Wellness

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Originally set up through a federal grant from FEMA in early 2020 with training provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the program is now supported by state and federal funding.

Mar 3 – Former Ambassador to Ukraine to Speak at MSU Zoom Presentation

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge

Michigan State University Ukrainian Student Organization, in association with the Center for European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies Present: Ukraine, Russia, and the United States with former US Ambassador to Ukraine: William B. Taylor

Video: State Rep Regina Weiss talks about Ranked Choice Voting

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State Representative Regina Weiss (D- Oak Park) is among the legislators who introduced a package of three bills aimed at giving municipalities the tools they need to implement Ranked Choice Voting in local elections.

Masks Not Required in Oakland County Schools Starting Feb. 28

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford

The Health Division weighed several factors to determine the appropriate time to end the mask requirement in schools, including a sharp decline in new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations and increasing vaccination rates in Oakland County.

OCHN Adds Two New Mental Health Programs to Help Families

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“The School Mental Health Navigator and Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit are the results of their diligence and attention to this important public health concern.”