Too Young to Run: Candidate Age Requirements Vary by City
…it means depending on one’s zip code there it means a seven year gap in opportunity for younger citizens in some cities.
2021 Candidate Interview: David Hamilton for Troy City Council
For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Sept 23-24 – Town Halls to Learn Senior Needs: Novi, Clarkston, Orion, Troy
Are you an #OaklandCounty senior interested in helping identify gaps in services for you and your peers?
Oakland County Switches to New System for Agendas
The software, called CivicClerk, automates several aspects of the meetings, such as voting, updates to the agenda, the compilation of meeting minutes and internal item review processes. Macomb County and Wayne County have similar systems in place.
2021 Candidate Interview: Rebecca Chamberlain-Creanga for Troy City Council
For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Sept 19-24 – Madison Heights Restaurant Week
2021 Madison Heights Restaurant Week will feature more than 20 diverse restaurants — all featuring specials.
Oakland County Hosting Low Cost Vaccination, Micro-chipping Event Oct. 2
Services will include $10 vaccinations for dogs and cats, $20 microchips, $20 heartworm tests and other preventative treatments including flea prevention and dewormer.
Ozone Action Day Declared, How You Can Help
“With this ongoing heat wave compounded by air quality issues, we encourage everyone to take care this weekend.”
Oakland County Health Order Requires Masks in Schools and Daycares
“This order allows teachers to get back to educating our students and focusing on their success.”
Helping Democracy, Oakland County Times Celebrates Over 650 Video Interviews
And now that we’ve posted our 650th interview, it seems like a good time to celebrate and reflect.
I-75 and I-696 Interchange Closures Begin Saturday
Pavement and barrier wall repair will begin this weekend.
Troy Farmers Market Happens Every Friday
The Troy Farmers Market isn’t your average stop for local fruits and vegetables. This farmers market makes every Friday afternoon an event, now bigger and better than ever in their new location at the Community Center North Lot.
Residents Who Lost Power Can Contact DTE & Consumers for Credit
Both utilities have been working around the clock to restore power, but many customers have now gone several days without during hot and humid weather.
Ferndale Joins Neighboring Cities in Banning Source of Income Discrimination
In an increasing number of communities, landlords can no longer legally refuse to rent to someone because of how they pay their rent, including veteran’s benefits, court ordered payments, and voucher programs.
DNR Offering Grants up to $15,000 for Community Forestry Projects
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced its Community Forestry Grant Program for 2022
Tell Us About Your Community Group or Nonprofit!
You can be a volunteer, a staffer, administration, someone who uses services, or even just someone who supports the group’s efforts.
Reporter Food: Condado Tacos
Each was tasty in it’s own way, with the ingredients being fresh and flavorful. Among the many other taco choices are…
As Eviction Moratorium Expires, CHN Ready w/ Emergency Rental Assistance
Currently, there is $61 million in financial assistance available in Oakland County for rent and utilities.
Tornado Spotted in Oakland County, Plus Severe Weather and Flooding
Oakland County activated its severe weather sirens at 7:58 PM on Saturday, July 24, after receiving a tornado warning notice from the National Weather Service (NWS)
Healthcare, Building Workforce Among Priorities in Proposed County Budget
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter presented his balanced three-year budget recommendation to the Board of Commissioners Thursday evening.