MSU Extension Offering Native Plant Kits, Registration Required
Research shows that native species are more adept at fostering biodiversity, protecting local habitat and attracting wildlife – including ever-important pollinators.
Permits Across Oakland County Show How Much New Housing is Being Built, by City
The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) released their annual look at new construction across their seven-county service area, and Oakland County Times has decided to take a look at the data.
Julia Music on Ferndale Pride, a Life of Activism, and Setting Butterflies Free
Five years ago, Music became full-time chair of Ferndale Pride following a decision made with the three other founders.
April Beaton Appointed to Hazel Park School Board
April Beaton was appointed to fill the vacancy on the Hazel Park Schools Board of Education
No Place Like Home: Ferndale Mayor Leaks-May Shares State of the City Address
City of Ferndale Mayor Raylon Leaks-May shared the State of the City on May 14 at Affirmations.
Census Estimates Show Gains and Losses in Population for Oakland County Communities
The following three charts show the results for communities across Oakland County – separated into cities, townships, and villages…
Downtown Ferndale Seeks Bands for 9 on 9 Concert Series
Calling all bands and musicians! Downtown Ferndale needs YOU!
Seven SE Oakland Cities Collaborating on Safe Streets Plan
Officials and residents from each city were on hand to learn the background of crashes in the community, and to share their experiences.
OC Restaurant Quest: Betty Ross II in Madison Heights
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
Plans in the Works for I-696 Rebuilding, Public Meetings Scheduled
The project will occur in 2025 – 2027.
With Low Voter Turnout, Two Districts Pass Bonds and One Does Not
Once again, an almost guaranteed low turnout May election was held on bond proposals in three Oakland County school districts – Hazel Park, Huron Valley and Walled Lake.
The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
May 8 – Workshop for SE Oakland Communities on Safe Streets
The discussion will focus on “what would make the Southeast Oakland County streets safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and drivers? “
Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate? Nominations Being Accepted
Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate
May 7 Ballot – Hazel Park School District Bond Proposal
Voters in the Hazel Park School District, which includes part of Ferndale, have a bond proposal on the May 7, 2024 ballot.
2024 Election Info.
Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to editor@oc115.com for more info.
Publisher Crystal Proxmire Honored as Finalist for Intern Supervisor of the Year Award
Schanz wrote an exceptionally kind recommendation letter for Proxmire’s nomination, telling the Grand Valley judges…
Oakland County Residents Invited to Take Food Landscape Community Survey
Community partners in Oakland County are conducting a food landscape study & are seeking input via this community survey.
Explore: Parks, Trails, Downtowns, and Other Destinations in Oakland County (and Beyond)
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
Khadija Walker-Fobbs Making Strides in Housing Across Oakland County
“It’’s not a secret. There’s been so many articles about the housing shortage nationally and in the state.”