Oakland County Launches Equity Council
“We look to the council to create a culture for our employees that respects diversity and creates policies that promote equity and inclusion internally and in the critical services we provide to the public.
Quarantine Time Reduced from Two Weeks to Ten Days in Some Situations
Public Health may now reduce the length of quarantine if specific conditions are met.
Decorated Trees in Downtown Birmingham Help Raise Money for Foster Care
The Great Decorate will make such an impact on the community this season as visitors are not only supporting local foster teens, but also local businesses for a chance to win a $5,000 small business grant.
Pure Michigan Small Business Grant Applications Open Dec. 15
Grants will be awarded in the amount of up to $15,000 per eligible business on a “first-in” basis.
Dec. 12 – Story Time with Santa (Free and Virtual)
Join us live on Zoom where Santa will be reading some of his favorite Christmas stories!
Dec. 11 – Reduced Fee for Animal Adoptions through Oakland County
Prospective pet owners should call 248-858-1070 to schedule an appointment.
Pizza Choices in Oakland County
Here’s a list of our Reporter Food columns featuring some of Oakland County’s best pizza.
Oakland County Announces New Free COVID Testing Sites
The new locations will be in the communities of Holly, Rochester, Southfield, and Pontiac.
Seniors Have Until Dec. 10 to Sign Up for Free Shipt Service
Shipt is a service that shops for you and then safely delivers the groceries and household essentials direct to your door.
Kids Can Create Anti-Vaping Design for County-Wide Contest
Contestants must be an Oakland County student in grades 6–12
EXPLORE: Parks, Trails, and Attractions in Oakland County
Be sure to call or check online to see if a destination is open:
State Shares List of COVID Testing Sites
This new list shows all current known COVID-19 testing locations in all 83 Michigan counties.
County Parks Annual Pass on Sale – Free for Seniors, Vets & Others
Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR) Annual Vehicle Permits are now available for 2021.
State Orders Three Week Emergency Restrictions to Reduce COVID Spread
The State of Michigan has issued new restrictions for three weeks to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Nov. 18 – Virtual Public Hearings on SMART Plan
For major route and service changes, SMART conducts hearings to give the public an opportunity to review
the proposals and share their feedback.
Nov. 17 – Healthy Trees in the Home Landscape Virtual Presentation
This class lists good and bad trees, why you should choose one tree over another. It also explains micro-climate environmental conditions. Finally, it will discuss oak wilt, a devastating disease to oak trees.
Nov. 17 – MSHDA Virtual Housing & Resource Fair
How to buy a home
Eviction Diversion Program
Home repair
Credit Repair
Funding opportunities
Tax foreclosure prevention
Rental assistance
Federal, state, and local housing and community resources
Nov. 16 – Racism: Public Health Crisis Webinar
The free event, sponsored by Women Confronting Racism, will explore the intersection of race, racism, and health disparities in the state of Michigan.
State Encourages Remote Working, Office Workplace Precautions Against COVID
“Workplace outbreaks are increasing along with the state’s community numbers,” said Director of COVID-19 Workplace Safety Sean Egan.
Nonprofits in Oakland County Can Apply for COVID-19 Relief Grants
To be eligible, an organization must be a non-profit with tax-exempt status, be physically located in Oakland County and provide most of its services to county residents.