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Community-Wide Yard Sale Dates Across Oakland County
Many Oakland County cities, villages and townships host multi-day garage/yard/rummage sales
Oakland County Cities and Townships See Population Gains According to Census Update
Oakland County’s gain was distributed across ALL 51 cities and townships.
Michigan Treasury Urges Residents to Search for Unclaimed Property on Updated Website
Michigan Unclaimed Property is the custodian of millions of dollars in lost or forgotten assets, including dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, stock certificates, and valuables left in abandoned safe deposit boxes.
Volunteer to Pull Invasive Garlic Mustard at Lyon Oaks and Highland Oaks
Join Natural Resources staff to learn what to look for and how to assist with efforts to pull the invasive garlic mustard at our parks.
Memorial Day Events in Oakland County
Many Oakland County cities, villages, and townships host Memorial Day events to remember our fallen heroes and honor America’s armed forces.
May 17 – Highland Founders Day Parade and Festivities
Events and Activities for all ages to enjoy will be available throughout the day from 9am-3pm
Summer Concerts Return to Wildwood Amphitheater in Orion Township
Presented in partnership with Orion.Events, the 2025 lineup is set to be the largest and most exciting to date, featuring 33 events—including 10 free Thursday night concerts.
State Now Requires Blood Testing for Lead in Children
Lead exposure can come from many sources including paint in homes built before 1978, dust, soil, drinking water from older plumbing, jobs or hobbies that involve lead and some imported goods.
WOTA: Data Shows Impact of Public Transit in Western Oakland County
While increased numbers and demonstrated efficiency are measures of success, the real value comes from the ways transit can change people’s lives.
Farmers Markets in Oakland County
Craving the best fruits and vegetables of the season? Look no further than one of the many Oakland County Farmers Markets.
County Commissioners Introduce Ethics and Financial Disclosure Resolutions
A pair of resolutions introduced to the Oakland County Board of Commissioner’s Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee would provide mechanisms for ethics complaints of county employees and financial disclosure requirements for county elected officials, if approved.
May 17 – Highland Founders Day Parade and Festivities
Events and Activities for all ages to enjoy will be available throughout the day from 9am-3pm
Sheriff’s Office Visit to Highland Focuses on Recovery Resources, Police Training
Oakland County Sheriff’s Office team members visited Highland on Saturday, hosting a community conversation at Cornerstone Church to help let members of the public know about resources and to experience some aspects of training for themselves.
MTA #2 – Advice for Local Officials on Handling Complaints
Complaints are a part of life for those in public service (and many other professions too!).
Events in Oakland County
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Clarkston Community Band Hiring Music Director/Conductor
The Director/Conductor is responsible for all rehearsals and performances, also instructing, inspiring, and leading the group.
Underwater Pond Dome at Indian Springs Gives Visitors Unique View of Nature
The chance to view any aquatic creature up close from inside the dome is a fantastic and unique experience!
Police Ramping Up Distracted Driving Enforcement with Operation Ghost Rider
According to the NTSO, Michigan saw 15,136 distracted driving crashes in 2023, which led to 59 deaths and 5,889 injuries
Toll Road Scam Includes Texts and Fake Website
Recipients of fraudulent texts should not click on any links or share personal or financial information in response to those texts. The text should be reported as junk and deleted.