OCHN Provides Mental Health Toolkits to Schools Across Oakland County
For additional mental health and substance use prevention resources, please visit oaklandchn.org
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.
State Warns of Scams Related to Student Loan Forgiveness
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to warn Michiganders to be on the lookout for potential scammers seeking to take advantage of borrowers pursuing student loan debt relief recently announced by the Biden Administration.
School Bus Rules: Passing Illegally and Entering without Permission Among Laws to Be Aware Of
The reminder comes as nearly 100,000 students throughout Oakland County will be transported by school bus in the coming weeks.
Scholarships Available for Women in Trucking Industry
Three scholarships will be granted to women who work as technicians or drivers within the heavy-duty trucking industry, helping them further their careers via continuing education in training facilities
Widespread E. Coli Outbreak Includes 43 Cases in Michigan, 55% of Cases Linked to Wendy’s Locations
Some infections are very mild, but others can be severe or even life-threatening. Younger children and older adults may be more likely to experience severe illness.
RECALL: Cleaning Chemicals in Juice Prompt Capri Sun Wild Cherry Recall
The issue was discovered after we received several consumer complaints about the taste of the affected product.
SEMCOG Announces Transportation Improvement Grants, Including Oakland County
Among the Oakland County Projects are work to be done on sections of John R, Novi Road, Orchard Lake Road, Walton, 13 Mile, M-59, Pontiac Trail, Telegraph and more.
Free At Home COVID Tests Available to Michigan Residents
Residents can request the tests through the end of August. Households will receive one kit containing five tests.
A Look at the Data: Housing Types and Home Ownership Rates Across Oakland County pt 3: Populations up to 9,999
A Look at the Data: Housing Types and Home Ownership Rates Across Oakland County pt 3: Populations up to 9,999 (Kurt Metzger, Aug. 9, 2022) Oakland County, MI – Housing is an essential element of community development. It impacts residents and governments, property values, local revenues, public services, and community stability. An examination of housing…
Know of a Giant Tree? ReLeaf Michigan Hosting Michigan Big Tree Hunt Contest
Certificates and prizes are awarded for the largest tree submitted from each county, for the overall largest tree in different age groups, and for the largest White Pine (Michigan’s state tree).
REMINDER: How to Bid in Oakland County’s First Virtual Foreclosed Property Auction
“When foreclosed properties are reimagined or developed into housing, public spaces and community gardens, they strengthen and revitalize our communities.”
Reminder: DNR Auctioning Off Properties Across the State, Including Lakefront Lots
If you would like to bid on a property, you must register before the property’s auction date. Absentee bids can be made up to 30 days before the auction.
Main Street Micro Business Startup Grants Available in Several Oakland County Communities
Main Street Oakland County (MSOC) has partnered with Genisys Credit Union to create the Spirit of Main Street Micro Business Startup Grant Program.
72 Candidate Interviews Including Governor, Congress, State and Local Elections for 2022 Primary
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office an opportunity to do a video interview.
72 Candidate Interviews Including Governor, Congress, State and Local Elections for 2022 Primary
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office an opportunity to do a video interview.
Population Pyramids Show Generations of Change in Oakland County
In order to best understand the AGE REVERSAL that has occurred over this period, allow me to present the most obvious distinctions.
County Executive Presents Recommended Budget to Commission
Coulter said. “There are many things in this budget to be proud of, but one of the most significant for me is that we’ve officially ended the practice of planning to use our fund balance for operating expenses.”
Candidate Interview: Garrett Soldano for Governor of Michigan
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