OC Restaurant Quest: The Exchange Bar & Grill in Northville
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
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
New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Candidate Interview: Douglas Smith for OCC Trustee
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
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
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
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
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
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
For additional mental health and substance use prevention resources, please visit oaklandchn.org
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.
State Warns of Scams Related to Student Loan Forgiveness
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to warn Michiganders to be on the lookout for potential scammers seeking to take advantage of borrowers pursuing student loan debt relief recently announced by the Biden Administration.
School Bus Rules: Passing Illegally and Entering without Permission Among Laws to Be Aware Of
The reminder comes as nearly 100,000 students throughout Oakland County will be transported by school bus in the coming weeks.
Scholarships Available for Women in Trucking Industry
Three scholarships will be granted to women who work as technicians or drivers within the heavy-duty trucking industry, helping them further their careers via continuing education in training facilities
Widespread E. Coli Outbreak Includes 43 Cases in Michigan, 55% of Cases Linked to Wendy’s Locations
Some infections are very mild, but others can be severe or even life-threatening. Younger children and older adults may be more likely to experience severe illness.
RECALL: Cleaning Chemicals in Juice Prompt Capri Sun Wild Cherry Recall
The issue was discovered after we received several consumer complaints about the taste of the affected product.
County-Wide Transit Millage to Appear on Nov. 8 Ballot
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to place a countywide transit millage on the Nov. 8, 2022 ballot.
Making the Call for Ozone Action Days: How the Decision Happens, and Why
When an area does meet the requirements for having an Ozone Action Day the public is notified through weather reports on the television and radio as well as in local newspapers.
A Look at the Data: Housing Types and Home Ownership Rates Across Oakland County pt 3: Populations up to 9,999
A Look at the Data: Housing Types and Home Ownership Rates Across Oakland County pt 3: Populations up to 9,999 (Kurt Metzger, Aug. 9, 2022) Oakland County, MI – Housing is an essential element of community development. It impacts residents and governments, property values, local revenues, public services, and community stability. An examination of housing…
Know of a Giant Tree? ReLeaf Michigan Hosting Michigan Big Tree Hunt Contest
Certificates and prizes are awarded for the largest tree submitted from each county, for the overall largest tree in different age groups, and for the largest White Pine (Michigan’s state tree).