Oakland County Expands Free Rides for Veterans Through September
Oakland County has recently expanded the free “This Ride’s On Us” door-to-door public transportation service through September 2025.
Ferndale’s Giggle Pickles Seek Donations to Attend Robotics World Championship in Houston
To donate visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/giggle-pickles-need-you-for-world-stage
Attorney General Warns Against Puppy Scams
Michigan consumers who believe they have been a victim of a puppy scam can file a complaint with the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Team
Ferndale Schools Welcomes Newest Board Member Mark de la Vergne
Following the selection, de la Vergne was immediately sworn in by the Board to begin service without delay.
Sheriff Bouchard Shares Perspective on Drones, Urges Congress to Act
“It is easy to weaponize a store-purchased drone and yet, Washington has not provided the necessary authority or tools needed to combat this emerging threat.”
Oakland County Residents with Student Loan Debt Can Access Savi Service
Online registration takes 10 minutes to complete.
Laltsha Cunningham of Gesher Human Services Shares Holiday Financial Tips
Cunningham has worked in finance and lending for 27 years, and now is the Financial Education Manager for Gesher Human Services
Ferndale Robotics Team “Giggle Pickles” Wins State Championship
The team’s attention now turns to fundraising as it will take a lot to get the entire Giggle Pickles family to Houston for the World Championship in April.
Michigan Attorney General Shares Tips to Avoid Scams While Traveling
As part of her ongoing Holiday Scams Campaign, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is re-issuing her Travel Tips alert…
Carol Egbo, Oakland County’s Historian, Stays Committed to Honoring the Past
In her words, “history is no good if you keep it to yourself.”
Rank MI Vote Hosting Informational Events in Farmington, Ferndale, and Royal Oak
voters will learn how a ranked choice voting system in statewide elections can help overcome the political divisiveness, polarization, and “culture wars” often associated with the Democratic and Republican parties, candidates, and messaging.
State Sets Goal of Reducing New HIV Infection Rate by 90% by 2030
HIV continues to be a major global and local public health issue
Dec 6 – Gesher Human Services Hosting Virtual Holiday Budget Boot Camp
Gesher Human Services is a non-profit organization providing a bridge to hope and opportunity for people at work, at home and in the community.
Dec. 3 – Thrive Virtual Presentation on Corporate Transparency Act
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead and safeguard your organization’s transparency and integrity!
Following Resignation, Ferndale School Board Seeks Applicants for Board Member
The selected candidate will serve the remainder of the term, ending on December 31, 2026.
Nov 21 – SE Oakland Residents Invited to Safe Streets Open House in Madison Heights
Help us make streets safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and drivers!
Explore: Photos from our Detroit Zoo Visit
The Detroit Zoo is an amazing place to visit, any time of the year.
Trump or Harris – How Oakland County Cities and Townships Voted
The range goes from a high of 93.3 percent to a low of 29.0 percent, showing the wide range of opinions in the suburbs.
Voter Turnout Across Oakland County Communities in 2024 Election
The chart below ranks turnout for each of the 51 municipalities (village residents are included in their townships) in the county.
Interviews for 2024 Judicial Races in Oakland County
Oakland County Times, in partnership with Oakland County Bar Association, interviewed candidates for Judicial positions in the Nov. 5, 2024 election.