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Category Archives: Milford

Absentee Ballots: Communities with the Highest and Lowest Requests So Far

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Election 2022, 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 PublisherOctober 17, 2022

Absentee Ballots: Communities with the Highest and Lowest Requests So Far (Kurt Metzger, Oct. 17, 2022) Oakland County, MI – In 2018, Michigan voters approved a wide-ranging constitutional amendment that allows people to register and vote on the day on an election, request absentee ballots without having to give a reason and cast straight-ticket ballots.…

Road Commission Hiring for Winter Truck Drivers and Laborers

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Berkley, Jobs, Lathrup Village, Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Slide, Walled Lake, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 8, 2022

The minimum probationary wage for the position is $20 per hour. The minimum hourly rate increases to $22 after six months and $24.96 per hour upon completing probation. The increases in pay are performance-based. 

Women Officials Gather to Support Each Other, Celebrate Straus, Lawrence, and Taub

Events, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Slide, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Uncategorized, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 7, 2022

This year three women were named WONder Women: Congressperson Brenda Lawrence, former State Representative Shelley Taub, and former President of the State Board of Education Kathleen Straus.

Oct 8-9 – Detroit Franchise Show in Novi Showcasing Business Opportunities

Events, Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 2, 2022

Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof!

Oakland County Board of Commissioners Passes Budget

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, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 1, 2022

With the 2023-2025 budget, the county prioritizes investments in public health, public safety and environmental sustainability.

Free COVID Tests Available Through Michigan DHHS

Lake Angelus, Milford, Slide, Southfield, Troy, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 1, 2022

All households in the state of Michigan can order their free COVID-19 tests through AccessCovidTests.org.

Make Money and Help Democracy: Communities Seek Election Workers

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Bingham Farms, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Jobs, Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Novi, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 28, 2022

They do not need to live in the city where they work.  Many cities, townships, and villages are seeking out applicants.

Drones Making a Difference in Development, Disasters, Preservation and More

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, 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 PublisherSeptember 24, 2022

Drones have many applications that most people, and even other planners, may not realize.

MML and MEDC Release Plan to Encourage More Multi-Family Homes, Making Construction Easier

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Highland Twp., 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, Orchard Lake, 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 PublisherSeptember 22, 2022

With rent and mortgage costs rising and communities across the state challenged to develop enough housing for their residents, the Michigan Municipal League and Michigan Economic Development Corporation have reached back into the past to develop new strategies to help communities add more housing options to their existing neighborhoods. 

Oakland County Community Deer Coalition Asking Residents to Fill Out Survey

All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, New Hudson, Oak Park, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 13, 2022

Your answers will be extremely valuable in helping the Coalition create a plan to address deer concerns. Thank you in advance for your time and feedback.

OC Restaurant Quest: The Exchange Bar & Grill in Northville

All Stories, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Reporter Food, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 13, 2022

Located in the heart of Downtown Northville, the food and atmosphere make it a popular place for guests. Check out the full menu at www.ExchangeBarGrill.com.

State Board of Canvassers Approves Two More Proposals for November Ballot

All Stories, Milford, New Hudson, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Walled Lake, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 13, 2022

Full wording of the proposals and the ballot summaries can be found on the Board of Canvassers webpage.

Candidate Interview: Gregory Stempfle for Secretary of State

All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Election 2022, 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 PublisherSeptember 12, 2022

New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!

A Look at Migration – Population Shifts Between Oakland and Other Counties

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., 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 PublisherSeptember 11, 2022

On the county level, we get the same two inflow and outflow tables, but this time it recognizes county-to-county flows.

Oakland County Restaurant Quest ~ Over 300 First-hand Reviews

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, Reporter Food, 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 PublisherSeptember 10, 2022

Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.  This long-term project is a labor of love, supported by our friends at White Castle.

Oct 14-16 – Motor City Comic Con Featuring Alice Cooper

Events, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Milford, Northville, Novi, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 10, 2022

The Fall 2022 Motor City Comic Con will be taking place Friday, October 14 – Sunday, October 16 at the Suburban Collection Showplace located at 46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, Michigan.

Sept 28 – Online Auction for Tax Foreclosed Properties

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Events, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., 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, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 9, 2022

Oakland County’s 26 tax foreclosed property sales that did not close for the August 2022 auction are available for purchase through an online auction on Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Advance bidding is now open.

Trends in Absentee Voting Across Oakland County Communities from 2018 to 2022

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., 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, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 31, 2022

In order to judge the increase of absentee voting in Oakland County, I decided to compare the results of the just completed primary with those of the last Midterm Primary held in August of 2018

OCHN Provides Mental Health Toolkits to Schools Across Oakland County

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 31, 2022

For additional mental health and substance use prevention resources, please visit oaklandchn.org

18 Year Old Drowns in Sears Lake in Milford Township

Milford, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 31, 2022

An autopsy at the Oakland County Medical Examiner’s Office today determined the cause of death was accidental drowning.

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