Candidate Interview: Douglas Smith for OCC Trustee
New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
A Look at Migration – Population Shifts Between Oakland and Other Counties
On the county level, we get the same two inflow and outflow tables, but this time it recognizes county-to-county flows.
Oakland County Restaurant Quest ~ Over 300 First-hand Reviews
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County. This long-term project is a labor of love, supported by our friends at White Castle.
Sept. 17-18 – Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair
This collaboration helps Common Ground maintain its status as an important regional resource helping youths, adults, and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair.
Trends in Absentee Voting Across Oakland County Communities from 2018 to 2022
In order to judge the increase of absentee voting in Oakland County, I decided to compare the results of the just completed primary with those of the last Midterm Primary held in August of 2018
OCHN Provides Mental Health Toolkits to Schools Across Oakland County
For additional mental health and substance use prevention resources, please visit oaklandchn.org
Market Pantry White Fudge Animal Cookies Recalled for Metal Contamination
D. F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling 44 oz Market Pantry White Fudge Animal Cookies because they may contain metal.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
School Bus Rules: Passing Illegally and Entering without Permission Among Laws to Be Aware Of
The reminder comes as nearly 100,000 students throughout Oakland County will be transported by school bus in the coming weeks.
Scholarships Available for Women in Trucking Industry
Three scholarships will be granted to women who work as technicians or drivers within the heavy-duty trucking industry, helping them further their careers via continuing education in training facilities
Widespread E. Coli Outbreak Includes 43 Cases in Michigan, 55% of Cases Linked to Wendy’s Locations
Some infections are very mild, but others can be severe or even life-threatening. Younger children and older adults may be more likely to experience severe illness.
Reporter Food: Bill’s in Bloomfield Hills
Appetizers include steak tartare, oysters, Colorado lamb meatballs, and mussels and garlic toast.
SEMCOG Announces Transportation Improvement Grants, Including Oakland County
Among the Oakland County Projects are work to be done on sections of John R, Novi Road, Orchard Lake Road, Walton, 13 Mile, M-59, Pontiac Trail, Telegraph and more.
Free At Home COVID Tests Available to Michigan Residents
Residents can request the tests through the end of August. Households will receive one kit containing five tests.
County-Wide Transit Millage to Appear on Nov. 8 Ballot
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to place a countywide transit millage on the Nov. 8, 2022 ballot.
Making the Call for Ozone Action Days: How the Decision Happens, and Why
When an area does meet the requirements for having an Ozone Action Day the public is notified through weather reports on the television and radio as well as in local newspapers.
Know of a Giant Tree? ReLeaf Michigan Hosting Michigan Big Tree Hunt Contest
Certificates and prizes are awarded for the largest tree submitted from each county, for the overall largest tree in different age groups, and for the largest White Pine (Michigan’s state tree).
REMINDER: How to Bid in Oakland County’s First Virtual Foreclosed Property Auction
“When foreclosed properties are reimagined or developed into housing, public spaces and community gardens, they strengthen and revitalize our communities.”
Reminder: DNR Auctioning Off Properties Across the State, Including Lakefront Lots
If you would like to bid on a property, you must register before the property’s auction date. Absentee bids can be made up to 30 days before the auction.
Sept. 17-18 – Common Ground’s Birmingham Street Art Fair
This collaboration helps Common Ground maintain its status as an important regional resource helping youths, adults, and families in crisis while ensuring the continuation of this highly-respected fine art fair.