Reporter Food: Mason Jar BBQ in Holly
Mason Jar BBQ is located at 3064 Grange Hall Road in Holly.
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.
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.
“Student and Teacher,” Mailman in Holly Spreads Joy and Wisdom All Year
This past Christmas, he was a bit of a social media sensation in the Holly area but the humble and happy mailman knows the holiday message is not just for one month only.
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.
Holly Van Gogh’s Invite People to Come Make Art on Mondays
The group meets Mondays at the Karl Richter Community Center in Holly, from 11am to 1pm.
With Fire Fatalities on the Rise, Michigan Shares Data and Prevention Tips
According to the Bureau of Fire Services, fire-related deaths across Michigan are up 144% compared to the same 34 days in 2021.
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.
As Michigan Enters Recovery Phase, MDHHS Adjusts Guidance on Masks
MDHHS will continue to monitor the transmission of COVID-19 closely to assess risk across the state and adjust as conditions change.
Village of Holly Welcoming Marijuana Business Applications
The Village of Holly will soon be accepting applications for marijuana-related businesses.
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.
Oakland County Partners to Distribute 800,000 Free KN95 Masks
Oakland County partnered with municipalities and community organizations to distribute masks directly to cities, villages, and townships; community organizations; senior centers; churches, and other sites
Holly Chamber Comes Together for Annual Dinner, Awards, & Filming
The space set an elegant scene for both the dinner and an unusual side project- filming for a movie.
Events in Oakland County
Here are upcoming events in Oakland County. Email event information to editor@oc115.com for consideration. Thank you to Jim Shaffer & Associates Realtors for sponsoring this section!
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.
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:
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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.