Oakland County Water Resources Commission Hosting Photo Contest With a Water Theme
The winner will be announced on the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner’s Facebook page at 10 a.m. on October 19.
Oct 6 – Gesher Human Services Webinar for Michiganders Struggling with Student Loan Repayments
Gesher Human Services, one of the largest human service agencies in metro Detroit, is offering a free webinar to Michiganders struggling with student loan repayments now that the three-year payment moratorium has ended.
Ballot Issues in Oakland County – Nov 7, 2023 Election
Click on the pictures for info on each proposal.
2023 Candidate Interviews Across Oakland County (with more to come!)
Here is a list of candidates who have videos posted.
Oakland County Pet Adoption Center Has Reduced Adoption Fees
We are currently at capacity and we need to find loving homes for our shelter dogs and cats
Kraft Singles Cheese Slices Recalled
…six complaints of consumers saying they choked or gagged in connection with the issue.
Oakland County Passes Budget with Transit, Parks, and Health Clinics Among Initiatives
Oakland County’s budget is structurally balanced with no use of the budget surplus for ongoing operations and maintains a fund balance level of well above 30 percent of the county’s general fund…
State Shares Resources for Workers, Small Businesses Impacted by UAW Strike
In recognition of the potential impacts of the UAW strike, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is offering agency resources to assist strike-affected workers and businesses.
Michigan DHHS Accepting Grant Proposals to Reduce Community Violence
This opportunity is open to nonprofits, private, public, federally recognized tribes and universities, Indian Health Services, Tribal and Urban Indian Organizations
Oakland County Asking Residents and Businesses to Report Storm Damage
Examples may include a flooded basement, home damage from debris or flooded road.
MDHHS Tobacco-Free Report Card Shows Six Oakland County Districts Without Comprehensive Policies
44% of counties in Michigan still have at least one school district without a comprehensive tobacco-free school policy.
Cities and Groups Can Apply for Michigan DNR Tree Planting Grants – Deadline Extended
This year, a total of $100,000 is available in 1-to-1 matching grants of up to $4,000. Apply by Friday, Aug. 18.
Want Texts for Tornado Sirens & Other Emergencies? Sign up for OakAlert
Oakland County’s emergency notification system, OakAlert, empowers residents to be aware of extreme incidents throughout the county, such as…
Explore: Oswald’s Bear Ranch in Newberry, Michigan
There are also observation decks, and the bears may come below the decks to raise on their hind legs to beg for apple slices, which they try to catch in their mouths mid-air.
Attorney General Warns of “Juice Jacking” Risk with Public Charging Stations
The FBI calls it “Juice Jacking,” a cyber-theft tactic that can occur whenever an electronic device is plugged into a public charging station like those found in airports or hotel lobbies.
As Housing Needs Grow, So Do Discussions of Accessory Dwelling Units
Why are more municipalities looking at the potential for Accessory Dwelling Units as part of the solution to nationwide housing shortages?
Oakland County Seeks Public Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan, With Survey and Public Meeting
Oakland County’s Hazard Mitigation Plan will address a range of natural hazards from flooding and severe weather to active assailants to infrastructure failures.
Explore: GarLyn Zoo in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Just 40 minutes west of St. Ignace is a family-owned zoo with animals to delight, amaze, and educate guests.
Michigan’s Top Ten Wildlife Conservation Success Stories
The Top 10 represents only a sampling of the many wildlife management projects undertaken over the years and funded by the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, Buggia said.
Explore: Deer Ranch in St. Ignace, Michigan
Deer Ranch is open daily from Mid-May through Mid-October.