2020 Candidate Interview: Rudy Serra for 43rd District Judge
The candidates are: Kelly Collins, Brian Hartwell, Michael Mitchell, Jim Osak, Rudy Serra, and Dennis Whittie,.
2020 Candidate Interview: Matt Stoel for State Rep. 27th District
In the race for State Representative of the 27th District there are several candidates running in the Democratic Primary.
Governor Announces “Return to School Roadmap”
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that Michigan schools may resume in-person learning in phase 4 of the MI Safe Start plan, with strict safety measures in place.
Ferndale Group Selling Black Lives Matter Signs to Support Detroit Chapter
The signs cost $5 and can be delivered to Berkley, Detroit, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, and Royal Oak Township.
Michigan Pet Fund Alliance Offering Grants to Rescue Orgs
Applications for the Out of the Box Awards are due by midnight on June 30, 2020.
2020 Candidate Interview: Mike Kowall for Oakland County Executive
In the Republican Primary, the candidates are Mike Kowall and Jeffrey G. Nutt.
2020 Candidate Interview: Tina Barton for Oakland County Clerk…
On the Republican side voters will chose between Tina Barton and Patrick Wilson.
County Commission to Consider $32 Million Allocation of CARES Funds for Small Business Grants
Oakland County Executive David Coulter today said he will seek $32 million to help retail stores, restaurants and personal service businesses such as salons and fitness centers that were impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Hazel Park Schools Need 9,000 Masks, Here’s How to Help
Aiming for three masks per student, Kruppe is hoping to secure 9,000 masks to give students so they can protect themselves and others from the deadly coronavirus.
Deadline Approaching for Matching Funds in Downtown Business Crowdfunding Campaigns
Deadlines for each community vary. Check out all the campaigns at patronicity.com/MSOC.
Clerks Come Together for Oakland County Safe, Healthy and Secure Elections Advisory Council
We want to make sure all votes get counted, and elections can be held fairly and safely in 2020.
How to Take Part in Hazel Park’s Marigold Project
Local residents can register on two different websites to receive free marigold seeds. Each person gets one packet that should contain enough for a small residential garden.
MOGO is Here: Bike Rentals in Ferndale, Royal Oak…
In addition to expanding its service, MoGo also announced changes to its passes and pricing, making bike share easier and more convenient
Madison Heights Mayor Brian Hartwell Appointed to Hazel Park Judge Position
Brian Hartwell will be resigning as Mayor in order to accept an appointment by Governor Gretchen Whitmer to be a Judge in the 43rd District Court.
Robin Carter-Cooper Named County’s First Chief Diversity…
Coulter said more than 30 percent of Oakland County’s population is ethnically diverse and it is important county policies ensure its workforce reflects the county’s diversity
Small Businesses Can Sign Up for Free ReOpen Toolkit through Oakland County
The kits have more than $400 worth of supplies.
Block Ads for Booze, Smokes, Porn and More with State’s Child Protection Registry
“It doesn’t just block them,” said Alisha Meneely, Community Outreach Director for the agency, which is part of the Michigan Secretary of State’s office. “It stops them.”
The Ups and Downs in Oakland County – 2019 Population Estimates Released
On Thursday of this week, the Census Bureau released its last set of population estimates until the 2020 Census results are released by July of 2021.
Emergency Grants Available for Veterans and Service Members Impacted by COVID-19
The grants can be used for health, economic and financial hardships resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
List of Cemeteries in Oakland County
Thanks to the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society and Oakland County’s Economic Development and Community Affairs Department, here is a list of Oakland County’s cemeteries