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Category Archives: Lake Orion/Orion Twp

Jan 19 – 21 – Friends of the Orion Township Library Book Sale

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 26, 2022

Come browse the thousands of books available at the Friends of the Orion Library Book Sale

Jan 10 – Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group at Orion Township Library

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 26, 2022

Participate in a support group meeting and hear from others who really understand.

Dec 29 – 42 Strong Hockey Classic to Benefit Tate Myre Foundation

Bloomfield Area Communities, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 26, 2022

The evening features Team 42 Strong versus Team Wolverine in a hockey game. Teams are comprised of former professional and college players including current University of Michigan varsity hockey player Johnny Druskinis as well as recreational players from the community.

Macho Clause and Friends Come Through for Kids at Christmas

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Rochester/Rochester Hills, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 24, 2022

I want families, especially kids, to know that they are loved.

Stuff to Know When it Snows

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, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, 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 PublisherDecember 21, 2022

There are things to think about to make these kinds of days go better though. Here are some frequently asked questions to consider:

Oakland County Resources for Those Experiencing Homelessness

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, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, 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 PublisherDecember 21, 2022

Although Oakland County has a strong economy and many resources, there are still residents that are forced to choose between necessities like buying food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.

Jan 19 – 21 – Friends of the Orion Township Library Book Sale

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

Come browse the thousands of books available at the Friends of the Orion Library Book Sale

Jan 10 – Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group at Orion Township Library

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

Participate in a support group meeting and hear from others who really understand.

Jan 9 – Doggone Readers at Orion Library

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

Readers will be assigned a 15 minute timeslot upon arrival. 

Dec 29 – 42 Strong Hockey Classic to Benefit Tate Myre Foundation

Bloomfield Area Communities, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

The evening features Team 42 Strong versus Team Wolverine in a hockey game. Teams are comprised of former professional and college players including current University of Michigan varsity hockey player Johnny Druskinis as well as recreational players from the community.

Dec 27 – Doug Scheer’s Wacky Science Show at Orion Township Library

Events, Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

Join professional funny man Doug Scheer as he leads the audience in zany science experiments and hilarious fun!

Wednesdays – Tech Help for Seniors at Orion Township Library (by Appointment)

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

Bring your device or use our computers and our Branch Associate Kurt can troubleshoot basic technology questions and needs.

Oakland County to Hire Transit Manager and Planners Following Voter Approval of Transportation Millage

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, New Hudson, 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 PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Oakland County has created a Transit Division in its Economic Development Department laying the foundation for improving and expanding transit options throughout the county.

Kimberly Urbanowski Appointed Orion Township Treasurer

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Kimberly Urbanowski was appointed to the position of Orion Township Trustee for a partial term ending in 2024.

How Oakland and Wayne Compare with Other Million+ Population Counties Across Country

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Civics, 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, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, 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 PublisherDecember 15, 2022

 I thought it would be interesting to look at a number of demographic variables and see how Oakland, and Wayne, measure up against their peers.

MML# 4 – Hackers Hitting Clarkston in 2018 Serves as Training Example for Other Cities

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Civics, 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, New Hudson, 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, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 14, 2022

Examples of attacks can be found all over the county, and the costs have not been as small as Clarkston.

Video: New President and CEO Talks about Plans for Orion Area Chamber

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 11, 2022

Check out this interview with Donaldson to learn more about her history, her vision, and the upcoming events that she and her team have in progress

Data Shows Average Ages, Percentage of Children and Seniors, in Oakland County Communities

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, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, 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 PublisherDecember 8, 2022

Today, December 8, the Census Bureau released its latest round of 5-year American Community Survey (ACS) data for the period 2017-2021

Orion Area Chamber Celebrates 2022 Impact Awards

Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oxford, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 5, 2022

Over 100 neighbors and fellow entrepreneurs gathered for the occasion, delighting in the successes of their friends and getting a good chuckle out of Johnson’s Mister Rodger’s Neighborhood parody. 

Dog Breeds and Names Across the Nation – And How Oakland County Compares

Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Clawson, Data-Based Stories, Ferndale, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 5, 2022

As a reference point for previously analyzed communities, as well as those to come, I thought it would be interesting to look at national rankings.

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