Jacki Smith, Coventry Creations Founder, Shares Advice on Self-Care and Entrepreneurship
Let’s collectively make a change by changing. Here are some things we all can do to incorporate self-care in our climb to success.
Michigan Will Soon Be Requiring Financial Literacy Class in High School
Every young Michigander deserves to know how to budget, save, and invest their money wisely so they can get off a great start after high school, whether they go to college, start working, or open a small business.
Ferndale Mayor Touts Environmental Goals, Housing, New Businesses, Services and More in State of the City
Ferndale Mayor Melanie Piana gave her annual State of the City Address at the 215 West event venue, surrounded by neighbors, business owners, city staff, and community volunteers.
Candidate Interview: Ryan Kelley for Governor of Michigan
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Police Say Suspects Crashed into Semi in Hazel Park After Armed Robbery in Madison Heights
The suspect’s vehicle struck a semi truck in the area of Nine Mile and John R. No shots were fired. Both suspects were taken into custody by the Madison Heights Police.”
Candidate Interview: Ralph Rebandt for Governor of Michigan
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2022 Candidate Interviews and Election Information
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State Health Dept. Hopes New Law Will Reduce Baby Deaths Due to Unsafe Sleeping
From 2010 to 2019, 1,436 Michigan babies died due to sleeping in unsafe environments…
Celebrating Successes as Oakland County Times Turns 13
Today we celebrate our 13th birthday!
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…
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.
30 Years of Coventry Creations: A Tour of The Candle Factory
The philosophy of that prosperity candle is one that reflects that kind of entrepreneur that Smith always set out to be – one that can be proud of their work, one that treats everyone they deal with well, and one that gives back to the community that supports them.
Detroit Institute of Arts Names Elliott Broom COO
As the division leader, Elliott played a critical role in managing the museum’s largest events, including many successful galas and the blockbuster exhibitions Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus, Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit, and Star Wars and the Power of Costume.
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.
DNR Accepting Applications for Community Tree-Planting Grants
Grant awards will be announced in August, and projects must be completed by May 31, 2023.
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.
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.
Rep. Carter Introduces Bill to Allow Hybrid Public Meetings
The Michigan Legislature has amended the Open Meetings Act (OMA) multiple times during the COVID-19 pandemic to enable virtual meetings. However, all local governments are once again required to meet in person.