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
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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.
Sept 17 – FernCare Golf Outing
This family friendly event is the perfect last hoorah of Summer 2022 to bring in much needed funds for FernCare Free Clinic
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.
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.
Sept. 19 – Royal Oak Library Zoom Presentation on Riding the Bus
This session will cover some of the finer points to make your riding more convenient whether you ride a few times a week or only once a year.
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
Candidate Interview: Lauren Jasinski for Royal Oak School Board
New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
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.
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.
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.
SEMCOG Announces Transportation Improvement Grants, Including Oakland County
Among the Oakland County Projects are work to be done on sections of John R, Novi Road, Orchard Lake Road, Walton, 13 Mile, M-59, Pontiac Trail, Telegraph and more.
Royal Oak High School Welcomes New Principal Sharida Lewis
“Her commitment to building strong relationships and continuing strong communication with everyone are two of the many positive things about Ms. Lewis.”
Places to Play Pickleball in Oakland County
Take a swing at pickleball and check out our list to find a court near you! Ready, set, pickle!
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.
Tigerlily Restaurant Opens Wednesday in Downtown Ferndale
Considered a symbol of pride and positivity, Tigerlily is fitting both for Ferndale and its residents, as well a budding restaurant that plans to be a standout in Ferndale’s bouquet of restaurants.
REMINDER: How to Bid in Oakland County’s First Virtual Foreclosed Property Auction
“When foreclosed properties are reimagined or developed into housing, public spaces and community gardens, they strengthen and revitalize our communities.”