Video: County Commission Sets New Districts, Reduces Number of Seats
Commissioners Charlie Cavell and Bob Hoffman joined Oakland County Times for an interview about the process and the impacts on their districts.
Produce Recall Includes Dole and Kroger Brand Salads and More
Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials.
Troy Man Reportedly Kills Twin Brother, Shoots Father, and Kills Dog and Self
Investigators believe a single handgun was used in each shooting and it was recovered in the crashed vehicle.
SMART Flex Service Has On Demand Transit in Pontiac, Auburn Hills, and Troy
Using the SMART Flex mobile app, anyone within the zones will be able to hail a vehicle directly from their smartphone or by calling the call center at (734) 212-8429.
Richard Oldacre Named Oakland Community Health Network Chief Operating Officer
Oldacre’s expertise in the behavioral and physical healthcare space compliments OCHN’s mission, vision, and values to ensure quality, integrated healthcare services to Oakland County residents supported by the public mental health system.
Omicron Variant of COVID Virus Confirmed in Oakland County
“Vaccination, masking and social distancing is strongly encouraged to help slow spread of Omicron and all COVID-19 viruses.”
Headspace App, for Mental Health, Now Free for Teens
Headspace, the internationally recognized mental wellness and meditation app, is now FREE for children 13-18 years old in the US.
Blueprint for Successful Aging Report Shows Needs of Oakland County Seniors
Physical and electronic versions of the blueprint will be provided to local stakeholders including administration, senior centers and libraries.
Hungry for a Slice? Here are 29 Pizza Choices in Oakland County
Metro Detroit has some amazing locally-owned pizza choices, and we’ve had the chance to try a nice variety of them.
Vehicle Pulled from Clinton River After Driver Ignored Construction Barriers
A tow truck was summoned to the scene to remove the vehicle. Before it could be removed, the vehicle began to float down the river.
Dec 7, 8 & 9 – Oakland County Mental Health Counseling & Resource Events
The Oakland Cares Mental Health Counseling & Resource Events will be in various locations to make it accessible to residents throughout the county.
42 Nonprofits Awarded Mental Health and Well-being Grants
“These organizations that provide mental health services to our residents are extremely valuable to our communities, and we were glad to have an opportunity to offer them this support.”
Several Oakland County School Districts Closed Thursday Due to Threats
Several Metro Detroit area school districts have opted to close school on Thursday, with some closing Friday as well.
Olivia Visperas Named Troy Community Foundation Director
Troy Community Foundation is focused on supporting citizen-driven initiatives that promote the very best in our community and empower the residents of Troy, MI through community development.
Troy Man Charged with Murdering Mother in Car on Thanksgiving
He is expected to be arraigned by video Tuesday on the murder charge, five counts of attempted murder and six counts of using a firearm during the commission of a felony before 44th District Court Magistrate Donald Chisholm in Royal Oak. Chisholm signed the warrants today.
Events in Oakland County
Here are upcoming events in Oakland County. Email event information to editor@oc115.com for consideration.
Dec 1, 16, 22, and 27 – Red Cross Blood Drive in Troy
“Donations are critical for burn victims, open-heart surgeries, some chemotherapy and leukemia patients, and disaster relief. One donation can help save the lives of up to three people.”
Take Care of Your Yard with Fall Cleanup Tips from ReLeaf Michigan
Here at ReLeaf Michigan, we know autumn is a time for football, apple cider, and corn mazes; but it’s also a great time to assess your home landscaping needs and to prepare your yard for winter!
Funding Available for Projects to Improve Mental Health in Juvenile Justice System
MDHHS expects to award approximately $590,000 over a two-year period through this competitive RFP process to multiple agencies…
MML #2 – Beyond Diversity: Understanding and Leveraging Inclusion
“Diversity without inclusion is just for optics,” said Steve Robbins of Steve Robbins and Associates. “You gotta do the Inclusion piece before you can leverage the value of diversity.”