Sept 17 – Oak Hill Cemetery Walk in Pontiac
This year’s theme focuses on local artists and musicians.
Sept 15 – Oak Hill Cemetery in Pontiac Volunteer Cleanup
Help us clean these hallowed grounds ahead of our annual Cemetery Walk.
OC Restaurant Quest – Dogwoods Kitchen and Bar in Pontiac
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
Sept 12, 13, 18, 19, 21, & 26 – Oakland County Hosting Opioid Listening Sessions
“Together with community input, key partnerships, and opioid settlement funds, we anticipate providing life-saving services for years to come.”
White Castle Adds French Toast Sliders to Menu
“White Castle has been innovating for over 100 years, starting with the Slider that remains an inspiration for Cravers everywhere.”
Sept 23 – Waterford Mom to Mom Sale
Join us for the Mom to Mom sale on Sept. 23, 2023 from 8am to 1pm at Waterford Recreation Center
Oakland County Asking Residents and Businesses to Report Storm Damage
Examples may include a flooded basement, home damage from debris or flooded road.
MDHHS Tobacco-Free Report Card Shows Six Oakland County Districts Without Comprehensive Policies
44% of counties in Michigan still have at least one school district without a comprehensive tobacco-free school policy.
Driver Dead After Striking Sheriff’s Office Vehicles on M-59, Deputies Injured
“While the crash investigation is ongoing, the one thing is that is clear is how dangerous it is for emergency vehicles and wreckers on the side of the road,” Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
Deputy Fatally Shoots Driver During Struggle in Pontiac
On Friday morning an incident unfolded in Pontiac that left one deputy injured and a man who had been sleeping in his vehicle dead
Pontiac Voters to Consider Marijuana Establishment Ordinances in Nov 7 Election
Voters in the City of Pontiac will see ordinances on the ballot to allow for marijuana establishments.
Community Foundation Grants include CPR in Oxford, Park Access in Brandon, Math Corps in Pontiac and More
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and its supporting organizations provided combined grantmaking of more than $48 million during the second quarter to support nonprofit organizations and local governments.
Pontiac’s Hawthorne Park to Become Pontiac Oaks, Public Meetings Scheduled
Hawthorne Park will be renamed Pontiac Oaks in conjunction with the transition of park management on Oct. 1, 2023.
Cities and Groups Can Apply for Michigan DNR Tree Planting Grants – Deadline Extended
This year, a total of $100,000 is available in 1-to-1 matching grants of up to $4,000. Apply by Friday, Aug. 18.
Want Texts for Tornado Sirens & Other Emergencies? Sign up for OakAlert
Oakland County’s emergency notification system, OakAlert, empowers residents to be aware of extreme incidents throughout the county, such as…
Bike Lanes and Safety Path Part of Bagley and Golf Drive Projects in Pontiac
The work also coincides with water and sewer work being done by Oakland County Water Resources Department.
Royal Oak Township, Lyon Township, and Pontiac Get SEMCOG Planning Grants
SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, has awarded $513,750 in Planning Assistance Program funding to local communities
Police Seek Driver of SUV Responsible for Fatal Hit and Run in Pontiac
Anyone with information about the driver, the SUV, or may have witnessed the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP.
Explore: Oswald’s Bear Ranch in Newberry, Michigan
There are also observation decks, and the bears may come below the decks to raise on their hind legs to beg for apple slices, which they try to catch in their mouths mid-air.
County Board Approves Property Purchase Near Phoenix Center, Plans for Setting Up Offices in Downtown Pontiac
Once renovations are complete, Oakland County intends to move some operations back to downtown Pontiac after an absence of more than 60 years.