Healthcare, Building Workforce Among Priorities in Proposed County Budget
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter presented his balanced three-year budget recommendation to the Board of Commissioners Thursday evening.
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.
The Power Behind Pot Plants: Electric Companies Urge Safety for Home Grows
Maximizing the 72-plant limit for a medical marijuana caregiver’s residential grow operation could result in energy usage equivalent to the average use of 10.75 houses.
Stay Connected & Informed: Facebook Groups Throughout Oakland County
Many communities have online forums where people can learn what is going on in their community as well as connect with neighbors.
Low Income Residents Impacted by Flooding Could Quality for Home Repair Funding
It is available to eligible residents that need help with home repairs necessary to correct unsafe conditions and restore essential services.
Population Gains And Losses: Where People Come From, And Where They Go
In comparing federal tax returns from year to year, IRS can determine who moved and where.
Oakland County Offering $50 Gift Card to Incentivize Vaccinations
Oakland County Health Division is introducing a $50 gift card incentive* to any Oakland County resident receiving their first COVID-19 vaccine from June 24 until July 4.
Saturday is an Ozone Action Day, What That Means and How to Help
Saturday, June 5 is the second Ozone Action day of the year in Southeast Michigan.
Short Term Rentals Under Debate in Lansing w/Local Control at Risk
Ferndale’s ordinance passed in March. But now state legislators are working on a bill that would remove local governments’ rights to regulate these businesses within their city using zoning…
Atty. General Warns of Scammers Claiming to be from Amazon
Michiganders should scrutinize calls alerting them to suspicious activity on their Amazon account and avoid giving out personal information if you receive one.
County Partners with Honor Health to Open Affordable Health Care Clinics
“Residents will be able to access a variety of prevention services, healthcare and social service assistance.”
New Orders Reduce Face Mask Requirements in Some Situations Starting May 6
The latest information is available at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus and CDC.gov/Coronavirus. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, visit Michigan.gov/COVIDVaccine.
State Shares Recommendations for Offices as People Return to Work
These recommendations come at a time when workplace safety remains a concern.
Restaurant Rescue Plan Funding Available Soon, Registration Opens April 30
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open.
Election Season Has Begun. Here’s How to Run for Local Office…
Election season has begun as citizens across Oakland County have started gathering signatures to run for local office. Several cities have council and commission races, as well as library board races and possibly ballot proposals.
Michigan Animal Rescue League Hosting Celebrity Pet of the Year Contest
The dog and cat who get the most votes by midnight EDT on May 24th , 2021 are the winners!
County Commissioners Aim to Reduce Housing Voucher Discrimination
To address this issue, commissioners will be introducing a package of resolutions at the full Board of Commissioners meeting on April 29.
State Announces Invasive Species Prevention Grants, Including Oakland County
CISMA projects include enhanced education and outreach, technical assistance to landowners, and survey and treatment of high-priority invasive species.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Here’s a list of parks and other places to explore in Oakland County…
Reopening a Building? CDC Recommendations for Water Safety
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and many who continue to work from home, office buildings may sit vacant for quite some time.