Ferndale Schools Working to Reduce Absenteeism and Increase Engagement
Our priority here is rooted in the fundamental belief that for learning to happen, students must be consistently present and actively engaged.
Oakland County Launches New Dog Licensing Program with Added Protection for Pets
The new system streamlines dog licensing through an easy-to-use online platform while providing added protection if a pet becomes lost.
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Ferndale’s Giggle Pickles Earn State Robotics Championship
Ferndale Middle School Robotics delivered an outstanding performance December 13–14 at the FTC Michigan Southeast State Championship in Grand Blanc,
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Ferndale UHS Teacher Uses Horror to Help Teens Learn to Love Reading
“You’re still doing the same exact skills in English, but you’re doing it with materials that interest you.”
Attorney General Nessel Visits Ferndale to Discusses Hate Crime Prevention Following Alleged Terror Plot
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel hosted a town hall at Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center to discuss hate crimes and terrorism, including prevention, reporting, and prosecution.
High Schoolers in Oakland County Invited to Enter Financial Empowerment Arts Contest
“This contest invites students to bring their imagination forward while engaging with themes that have real impact on their futures,” said Oakland Schools Superintendent Kenneth Gutman.
Panelists Share Experiences with Neurodiversity and Autism
The discussion included three neurotypical individuals as well as a presentation about autism and neurodivergence.
Ferndale Schools Works on Teacher Retention with Raises and Relevant Training
When we invest in our educators, we strengthen every classroom and every student’s opportunity to succeed.
Still Time to Enter Oakland County’s Local Gems Sweepstakes
Oakland County’s Local Gems Sweepstakes continues to the end of this month, so there is still time to get your small business shopping selfies in!
Amazon Prime Air Launches Drone Delivery in Metro Detroit Area
Amazon Air is a test program that allows online shoppers within 7.5 miles of the Amazon distribution centers in Hazel Park or Pontiac to order small items to be delivered by drone in one hour or less.
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Local Governments Are Hiring – List of Employment Pages for Cities, Townships, & Villages
From part time and seasonal jobs working in parks, pools, and Departments of Public Works to full-time careers, local governments often have a variety of opportunities.
Voter Turnout in Oakland County Communities in Nov. 4, 2025 Election
The November 2025 election is in the books and it is time to look at turnout.
WB I-696 Ramps from I-75 to M-10 to Close Starting Nov 14 for Traffic Shift
The final phase of the Restore the Reuther project involves completing the rebuilding of I-696 in 2026, while in 2027 I-696 will have major road work done between I-75 and Dequindre Road.
Oakland County Kicks Off Local Gems Sweepstakes – Support Local Businesses, Enter to Win
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How Data Drives Reading Growth at Ferndale Public Schools
Instead of waiting for end-of-year test results to guide teaching approaches, we look at classroom and student-level data all year long.
USDA Orders Pause on Food Assistance Benefits Due to Government Shutdown
Nearly 13% of Michigan households, approximately 1.4 million people, receive SNAP benefits. About 43% are families with children and 36% are families with members who are older adults or disabled.
OLHSA Seeks Public Input on Housing in Online Survey
The Community & Neighborhood Housing Survey 2025 is now open, and we need your input!