2022 Candidate Interviews and Election Information
Videos are added as we can up until Election Day, so please check back often for new interviews.
Celebrating Successes as Oakland County Times Turns 13
Today we celebrate our 13th birthday!
Reporter Food: Shake Shack in Rochester Hills, Troy & Livonia
I went to the Rochester Hills location, though they’re also in Troy and Livonia.
July 6 – Troy Movie Night Under the Stars: Luca
Bring the family, lawn chairs or blankets and relax with as a variety of family-friendly movies will be shown at sunset. Concessions will be available for purchase from some of Troy’s own non-profit organizations .
State Warns of Tick Bite Risks
Protect yourself and your family against tick-borne diseases by following these tips:
New Estimates Show 49 Oakland County Communities Lost Population Since the Census
The July 1, 2021 estimates have only 11 Oakland County communities gaining population…
Student Artwork Across County Touts Financial Literacy
The winners and honorable mentions will receive cash prizes from a $10,000 contest fund provided by Flagstar Bank and will have their art displayed in the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office for a year and on the website along with all the entries.
June 20 – LWV Candidate Forum for District Court 52-4
Clawson, Troy
Oakland Family Services Celebrates 100 Years
For the last century, Oakland Family Services has helped ensure children have safe and loving homes free from abuse and neglect.
June 20 – LWV Candidate Forum for District Court 52-4
Clawson, Troy
DIA’s Inside Out Art Installations Come to Several Communities, Including Holly, Southfield, Madison Heights, Royal Oak and More
The Detroit Institute of Arts Inside|Out pieces are being installed in the 26 cities chosen for the 2022 program in cities throughout the Metro Detroit area.
Get Dirty and Make a Difference: ReLeaf Michigan Director Talks About Tree Planting Efforts
The group is based in Ann Arbor, but has planted trees in many local communities, including Oak Park, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Novi, Pontiac, Clarkston, Lake Orion and others.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
May 15 – White Castle Offering Free Slider on National Slider Day
On this day dedicated to the burger that launched the fast-food industry, White Castle will offer a free Cheese Slider (no purchase necessary) to anyone with a digital coupon, which will be sent to email subscribers and posted on White Castle’s social media channels.
14 Communities Get Oakland County Parks and Trails Grants
These grants will assist municipalities with planning, preliminary engineering/design and construction costs directly related to local park improvement and trail projects.
VIDEO: Oakland County Expert Chats About Restaurant Inspections
Oakland County Times sought out an expert from the Oakland County Health Division to learn more about restaurant inspections.
Oakland County Welcomes New Health Officer Calandra Green
County Executive Dave Coulter has appointed Calandra Green as the first woman of color to fill this key county role.
Troy Teen’s Artwork Chosen to Grace Manhole Covers Throughout Oakland County
Her design was selected from 74 entries, and will be cast onto 50 storm drain manhole covers, which will start appearing across Oakland County this summer.
Share Your Nonprofit or Community Group’s Story!
Oakland County Times is inviting readers to submit guest stories featuring a charity or community group that is meaningful to them. You can be a volunteer, a staffer, administration, someone who uses services, or even just someone who supports the group’s efforts.
VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.