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.
Ferndale Library Now Has Video Games
They currently have titles for PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One.
Reporter Food: J’s Penalty Box in Downtown Ferndale
Featured under their specialty pizza section, this pie was topped with sliced Koegel’s hot dogs, block chili, white onion, yellow mustard, and mozzarella cheese on very tasty pizza dough.
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.
On “the dot” – Ferndale’s New Mixed Use Parking Deck to Open Soon
The dot is almost done.
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.
Ferndale’s Ringwald Theatre Closing
The theatre has occupied that space for the past 14 years, but has been closed since March due to the pandemic.
Explore: The Detroit Zoo
With beautiful autumn weather and social distancing requirements limiting attendance, it’s a great time to visit the Detroit Zoo
Dec 3 – FernCare Free Clinic Annual Dinner Goes Carryout and Virtual
As we continue to address how we meet the healthcare needs of our patients during this pandemic, the financial support of the community makes all the difference in the world.”
Renaissance Vineyard Accepting Food, Funding for Thanksgiving Baskets
To learn how to donate or receive assistance, go to the church website at www.renvc.com.
Reporter Food: Culantro in Downtown Ferndale
Finding a restaurant that is good for easy, healthy carryout items is a wonderful thing, and I’m happy to share what’s become one of my go-to dishes – the Aji de Gallina from Culantro in Downtown Ferndale.
Voters Pick Four for Hazel Park School Board
Voters in the Hazel Park School District selected four members in Tuesday’s election.
District Court Judges Elected Across Oakland County
Across Oakland County, voters elected District Court Judges in Tuesday’s election.
2020 Election Results (in progress)
Oakland County Times will update Election Results here as we are able.
SOCRRA’s Advice on How to Recycle Halloween Decor
Remember that your pumpkins, hay bales, cornstalks, gourds, mums, potting soil, and other vegetation can be put in paper yard waste bags or cans with Yard Waste stickers and placed at the curb.
Videos: Candidates for 43rd District Judge
In the short term, the seat is held by Brian Hartwell who was appointed by the Governor to serve out the remainder of the term. He is running to retain the seat, and Kelly Collins is also on the ballot.
Videos: Candidates for State Rep. 27th District
In the race for State Representative of the 27th District, the candidates are: Democrat Regina Weiss, Republican Elizabeth Goss, Libertarian Gregory Stempfle, and Green Party candidate Sherry Wells.