VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.
Northville Leaders Celebrate Success at State of the City Event
Northville Mayor Brian Turnbull thanked City Council members and members of the various boards, commissions and volunteer task forces for all the work they’ve done to help move the city forward on many fronts.
HUD Announces Grant Opportunity to Combat Housing Discrimination
In addition to enforcement and education and outreach activities, the funding can be used to respond to housing inquiries, conduct fair housing testing, provide legal assistance, and cover costs associated with providing services related to the pandemic.
March 31 – Veteran’s Resource Fair in Novi
Representatives will be onsite to serve all veterans, active duty, guard and reserves, and their families…
Optimism Fills Coulter’s State of the County Address
In a room full of folks from around Oakland County and from both sides of the aisle, County Executive Dave Coulter gave his annual State of the County Address at M-1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Oakland County Launches Business Forward Program to Help Entrepreneurs
“They will be bringing their expertise and resources directly to the thousands of small businesses that call Oakland County home.”
Growing MI Business Grants Available for Businesses
This grant is available March 1 through March 31, 2022.
Video: County Treasurer Hoping to Reduce Foreclosure, Shares Resources
March 31 is the deadline to reach out to prevent a foreclosure from happening.
High School Girls Can Enter Video PSA Contest to Stand Up to Bullying
“At a time when there is unfortunately so much hate in the world, we need our young people to stand up to threats, intimidation and bullying like never before,” said Amy Cutler, President of NCJW -MI.
Oakland County Announces 40 Under 40
These individuals exemplify Oakland Together, Coulter’s vision for a community working together to leverage its strengths, address its challenges, and find value in working with regional partners.
Oakland County Joins Regional Partnerships for Water Infrastructure and Broadband
The partnership groups, which are called the “Regional Partnership for Broadband Infrastructure and Equity” and the “Regional Partnership for Water Infrastructure,” will establish a framework to address a wide range of internet and broadband accessibility and water infrastructure challenges facing the Southeast Michigan region.
MDHHS Online Stay Well Groups Help Boost Mental Wellness
Originally set up through a federal grant from FEMA in early 2020 with training provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the program is now supported by state and federal funding.
Video: State Rep Regina Weiss talks about Ranked Choice Voting
State Representative Regina Weiss (D- Oak Park) is among the legislators who introduced a package of three bills aimed at giving municipalities the tools they need to implement Ranked Choice Voting in local elections.
City of Northville Urges Letter Writing Campaign to Support Remote Meetings
As technology changes and as more members of the public find themselves engaging online, the topic is not likely to disappear.
OCHN Adds Two New Mental Health Programs to Help Families
“The School Mental Health Navigator and Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit are the results of their diligence and attention to this important public health concern.”
U-Haul Stats Add Depth to Population Data, Show Cost to Move In and Out of Michigan
While my research on migration has depended heavily on Census and IRS data, I have found that data from major moving companies have both helped to support the trends reported by the government and to understand the reasons behind these trends.
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Allergic Reaction Prompts Recall of Cake Bites Sold at Target
Consumers who have purchased the affected lot should return the product to where it was purchased to request an exchange or full refund if there is an allergy concern.
Debate Continues as Public Bodies Resume In Person Meetings
Oakland County Times recently sat in on a Michigan Townships Association (MTA) discussion giving leaders from across the state a chance to hear from an expert and ask questions. We then checked in with local officials for their thoughts on the pros and cons of remote meetings.
County Seeks Nominations for 2022 Outstanding African American Award
The deadline for submissions is February 4.