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Category Archives: Clarkston/Independence Twp.

New Nonprofit Oakland Thrive Launched to Help Small Businesses

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, 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., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 8, 2023

The nonprofit allows greater flexibility, sustainability, and scope when it comes to helping small businesses succeed.

Explore: A Look Inside Michigan’s First Goodwill Bookstore

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, Favorites, Fenton, 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, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 8, 2023

Goodwill is known for their thrift stores full of gently-used clothes, housewares, toys and more. But they’ve brought a new concept to Michigan…

Six Week Program Provides Financial Education, Potential Money Towards Debt or Home Ownership

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, 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, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 3, 2023

We are hoping to enroll struggling metro Detroit low-income families to finally help them get control of their finances, improve their credit scores and, eventually, be able to own their own home

County Seeking Mental Health Professional to Serve on Oakland Community Health Network Board

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Berkley, Bingham Farms, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 25, 2023

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from providers of mental health services to fill one vacancy on the Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) Board.

Police Seeking Gray or Silver Kia Optima Possibly Related to Lapeer Road Crash

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 23, 2023

Investigators believe the Optima should have damage to its front end and possibly a crease in the hood.

Freezing Rain Means Power Outages, Dangerous Roads in SE Michigan

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 23, 2023

Over 460,000 DTE customers are without power Thursday morning after freezing rain overnight.

Following Death of Child, State Reminds Public of Influenza Vaccinations

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 23, 2023

This virus can cause severe flu infections in children, as well as in adults.

Oakland Together: County Executive Announces 40 Under 40

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, 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, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 21, 2023

Approximately 175 candidates, born after Dec. 31, 1982, applied for the recognition.

Oakland County Invites Residents to Fill Out Online Community Health Survey

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 20, 2023

The survey asks residents to share their opinions on topics ranging from access to medical care and support services to various health issues within their community.

DNR Uses Online Reporting for 2022 Deer Hunting Season, Here’s The Data Gathered

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 19, 2023

One new feature the online harvest reporting system offers is the ability to discern types of antlerless deer reported.

Oakland County Approves Contracts, Announces Likely Transit Expansions Coming this Year

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 16, 2023

Oakland County residents will see transit services expand later this year now that the Board of Commissioners has approved contracts with four public transportation providers

AG Nessel: Protect Your Heart, Your Identity, and Your Wallet from Scammers

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, 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, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 13, 2023

Online romance scams take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating sites, apps, or social media.

Have You Gotten Your Dog Licensed Yet? Here’s How…

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, 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, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 5, 2023

If you have a dog and haven’t had it licensed yet, here’s a reminder.

Decade’s Worth of Data Shows Trends of Homelessness, Impact of Programming

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, 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, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 5, 2023

The count is tied to federal funding that helps pay for permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing and transitional housing.

Madiha Tariq Appointed to Deputy County Executive Position

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Lake Angelus, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 5, 2023

In that role, she will oversee the Health and Human Services and Public Services departments…

AmazonSmile Program Supporting Various Charities Coming to an End

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Fenton, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., 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, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Slide, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 28, 2023

Amazon has announced they are ending their AmazonSmile charitable giving program.

Governor Whitmer Gives State of the State Address (Full Text)

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 25, 2023

“My fellow Michiganders. We spoke with a clear voice in November…”

MDOT Study Looks at Potential for Toll Roads in Michigan

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, 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, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 22, 2023

Experts analyzed all 31 highways in Michigan for the study and determined that 14 could become toll roads…

Halfway to Heaven: Love Song to a Wife with Alzheimer’s, Inspires Fellow Caregivers (Video)

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Commerce Twp., Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Novi, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Slide, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 19, 2023

“She did it with all the confidence in the world. She instilled in me a desire to do everything I could to help her.”

Data Shows Birth Rates Back on the Rise in Oakland County

Auburn Hills, Birmingham, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Fenton, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 15, 2023

Without continued in-migration – both domestic and international – of younger residents, natural increase will remain low and population growth will be rather small

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