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Category Archives: Pontiac

Residents Can Apply for MI-HOPE Energy Efficiency Program Grants

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Events, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pontiac, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, White Lake Township, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 15, 2023

MI-HOPE funding is available statewide, with up to $28.5 million being distributed through various funding rounds

Oakland County Executive Names Jim Ellison New Chief of Older Adult Services

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Birmingham, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Waterford, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 12, 2023

He will begin the new job as Oakland County Chief of Older Adult Services on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events In and Around Oakland County

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, 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, 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, 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 PublisherJanuary 11, 2023

Browse the list of observations and commemorative events happening in and around Oakland County…

Reservations Now Open for Valentine’s Dinner Experience at White Castle

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Clawson, Events, Events, Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Reporter Food, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 10, 2023

White Castle restaurants once again will transform their dining rooms into fine dining establishments with hostess seating, tableside service and festive holiday décor.

Teens Invited to Apply for Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion Youth Council

Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Pontiac, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 9, 2023

Are you interested in social and racial justice issues?

Explore: A Springtime Visit to Dow Gardens in Midland

Auburn Hills, Bingham Farms, Explore!, Favorites, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Holly, Huntington Woods, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 8, 2023

Last spring we returned to see more of the gardens themselves, and are happy to share the pictures now as readers may look forward to planning their own visit. 

Jan 18 – Pontiac Skate Park Community Meeting

Events, Events, Pontiac, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 7, 2023

Join us for a community meeting in council chambers at Pontiac City Hall for a panel discussion about the Pontiac Skate Park Project.

DTE Announces Time of Day Rates to Encourage Using Electricity in Off-Peak Hours

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, 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 PublisherJanuary 6, 2023

Simply choose to use energy during the times of day when demand is lower, and you’ll pay a lower rate.

Jan 14 – Swearing-in Ceremony for State Rep. Brenda Carter to be Held in Pontiac

Events, Pontiac, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 4, 2023

She was also selected to serve on the leadership team with Speaker-elect Joe Tate as caucus vice chair. 

Pontiac Seeks Input on Galloway Lake Park

Pontiac, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 4, 2023

The park is located at 1498 N. Perry Street

Oakland County Seeks Nominations for Black Excellence Award

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Bloomfield Area Communities, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 3, 2023

“The diversity of experiences and backgrounds among our residents is part of what makes our community so strong,” Commissioner Yolanda Smith Charles

Michigan Population Declines, But Not As Much as Previous Year

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Fenton, Franklin, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Sylvan Lake, Walled Lake, Waterford, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 2, 2023

Michigan joined 17 other states in losing population between 2021 and 2022, according to new population estimates released by the Census Bureau. 

Reporter’s Quest to Try Every Restaurant in Oakland County Continues into New Year

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, 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, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 1, 2023

The column features everything from family diners and local bars, to flavors from around the world, and the some of the most imaginative and delicious restaurants in the area.

Treasurer Shares Tips for Making the Most of Your Money in 2023

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, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Secrets to Success, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 1, 2023

Here are a few tips from the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office that will help reduce the financial strain and build toward your future.

Students in Oakland County Invited to Enter Financial Empowerment Arts Contest 

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clawson, Commerce Twp., Franklin, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Uncategorized, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 26, 2022

The arts contest is open to all Oakland County public high school students and entries must be submitted by March 17, 2023, at 4 p.m. through the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office website.

Jeremy Bowie Appointed Judge of 50th District Court in Pontiac

Pontiac, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 22, 2022

“I am excited and energized to serve my fellow citizens of the city of Pontiac. Every day will have purpose because I am giving back to the city that made me who I am today.”

Stuff to Know When it Snows

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., 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, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, 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 PublisherDecember 21, 2022

There are things to think about to make these kinds of days go better though. Here are some frequently asked questions to consider:

Oakland County Resources for Those Experiencing Homelessness

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, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, 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 PublisherDecember 21, 2022

Although Oakland County has a strong economy and many resources, there are still residents that are forced to choose between necessities like buying food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.

Jim Shaffer and Associates Announces Snap It and Wrap It Contest

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 18, 2022

It’s a $2000 Detroit Foundation Stay + Play package, including 2 nights in an upper level room at the hotel, $500 cash for dining and entertainment, AND a $500 gift card to the local shop that has the most entries.

Oakland County to Hire Transit Manager and Planners Following Voter Approval of Transportation Millage

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, 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 PublisherDecember 16, 2022

Oakland County has created a Transit Division in its Economic Development Department laying the foundation for improving and expanding transit options throughout the county.

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