County Commission Honors Five Residents for Black History Month
The award program recognizes Black residents of Oakland County for significant contributions to the community, notable achievements and other accomplishments worthy of honor.
Oakland County Approves Contracts, Announces Likely Transit Expansions Coming this Year
Oakland County residents will see transit services expand later this year now that the Board of Commissioners has approved contracts with four public transportation providers
AG Nessel: Protect Your Heart, Your Identity, and Your Wallet from Scammers
Online romance scams take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating sites, apps, or social media.
May 27-29 – Kensington Metropark Art Fair, Vendor Applications Being Accepted
Vendor application deadline is February 26!
Oakland County Now Hiring for Summer Positions, Including Internships
Apply on-line at oakgov.com/jobs or call 248-858-0530 for more information.
Have You Gotten Your Dog Licensed Yet? Here’s How…
If you have a dog and haven’t had it licensed yet, here’s a reminder.
Decade’s Worth of Data Shows Trends of Homelessness, Impact of Programming
The count is tied to federal funding that helps pay for permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing and transitional housing.
Madiha Tariq Appointed to Deputy County Executive Position
In that role, she will oversee the Health and Human Services and Public Services departments…
Michigan’s Presidential Primary Date is Moving Up
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Senate Bill 13, sponsored by state Senator Jeremy Moss (D-Southfield), moving the state’s presidential primary from the second Tuesday in March to February 27, 2024,
AmazonSmile Program Supporting Various Charities Coming to an End
Amazon has announced they are ending their AmazonSmile charitable giving program.
Governor Whitmer Gives State of the State Address (Full Text)
“My fellow Michiganders. We spoke with a clear voice in November…”
Stuff to Know When it Snows
There are things to think about to make these kinds of days go better though. Here are some frequently asked questions to consider:
MDOT Study Looks at Potential for Toll Roads in Michigan
Experts analyzed all 31 highways in Michigan for the study and determined that 14 could become toll roads…
Explore: Ataturk Park in Wixom Combines Turkish Heritage and Nature
The park has a trail that takes visitors through a patch of woods that is perfect for quiet reflection, with signs for stories and education.
Women Officials Network Foundation Hiring Part Time Administrator
The majority of the admin’s duties will be performed remotely.
Novi Bank Teller and Accomplice Plead Guilty to Stealing Money from Comerica Customer Accounts
“Having your identity and savings compromised is a painful experience no one should have to go through…”
Halfway to Heaven: Love Song to a Wife with Alzheimer’s, Inspires Fellow Caregivers (Video)
“She did it with all the confidence in the world. She instilled in me a desire to do everything I could to help her.”
Data Shows Birth Rates Back on the Rise in Oakland County
Without continued in-migration – both domestic and international – of younger residents, natural increase will remain low and population growth will be rather small
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events In and Around Oakland County
Browse the list of observations and commemorative events happening in and around Oakland County…
Residents Can Apply for MI-HOPE Energy Efficiency Program Grants
MI-HOPE funding is available statewide, with up to $28.5 million being distributed through various funding rounds