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Candidate Interview: Gretchen Whitmer for Governor of Michigan
New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Fireworks in Oakland County
Wherever you decide to go, grab a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and get ready to shout, “OOH” and “AAH” at any of the many shows in Oakland County.
Online Fundraiser to “Restore, Rebuild and Re-Imagine the Heart of Holly”
The loss and damage to the businesses, the public space known as “Battle Alley, and the destruction to our historic building stock is immense. Insurance will not cover everything, and a team of architects and engineers are at work evaluating needs and repairs.
July 16 – Hot Dogs and Hot Rods to Benefit Moving Wall Visit to Holly
Hot Rods and Hot Dogs is a car show and more!
July 8-17 – Oakland County Fair
We have a great lineup of events and fun activities for the whole family. We have fireworks, demo derbies, Figure 8 racing, Monster Trucks and animals. Plus we have events that last the whole 10 days of Fair. And don’t forget the Carnival rides and all that awesome fair food
Fireworks in Oakland County
Wherever you decide to go, grab a blanket, pack a picnic basket, and get ready to shout, “OOH” and “AAH” at any of the many shows in Oakland County.
Jacki Smith, Coventry Creations Founder, Shares Advice on Self-Care and Entrepreneurship
Let’s collectively make a change by changing. Here are some things we all can do to incorporate self-care in our climb to success.
Michigan Will Soon Be Requiring Financial Literacy Class in High School
Every young Michigander deserves to know how to budget, save, and invest their money wisely so they can get off a great start after high school, whether they go to college, start working, or open a small business.
July 1 – Holly First Friday Dancing in the Streets
Join us in Downtown Holly as we dance through the decades with Live Music from 5-8PM. Shops and Restaurants will also stay open late and looking for your support! Dancin’ In The Street which will include music in Battle Alley and stores will be collecting for the Downtown Holly Rebuild and Preservation Fund.
June 30 – Oakland County Veterans Resource Fair
Representatives will be onsite to serve all veterans, active duty, guard and reserves, and their families with these resources:
Video: Holly Officials Give Updates for Business Owners Impacted by Fire
The Village is going to be putting out a release of information each day at 3pm which can be found on their Facebook Page.
Fire in Downtown Holly (ongoing updates)
This story is being updated as more information and pictures become available.
Video: Adorable Young Raccoons Enjoying North Oakland County Woods
This adorable group was undeterred by our presence, giving us a good couple minutes of foraging and frolicking to film. Enjoy!
Candidate Interview: Brian Jaye for Congress Dist 9
New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Holly Pride Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community with Speakers from Near and Far
But such events are becoming more popular as communities of all sizes see the value in being welcoming of LGBTQ+ neighbors. “You are changing the narrative that the only way to come out in a small town is to get out.”
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).
Tools for Financial Empowerment? Oakland County’s Got a Center For That
While each financial case that the Financial Empowerment Center has is unique, the center maintains the common goal to provide the appropriate resources for people to meet their goals.
Candidate Interview: Ryan Kelley for Governor of Michigan
New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Ortonville Community Comes Together for Abigail’s Pride
“So seeing the rainbow flag, and seeing people come out to something like this, is how you know that you’re not alone.”