With Limited Supply, Here’s How Oakland County is Administering Vaccines
Oakland County is in the early stages of administering the COVID-19 vaccine but supply is limited.
Students Can Apply for Paid Internship with Bank of America Student Leaders
Bank of America partners with a local nonprofit to provide paid internships to the Student Leaders who will also participate in a leadership summit and learn financial skills through Bank of America’s Better Money Habits.
Oakland County Seeking Two Members for Parks & Rec. Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is responsible for preserving park land and creating recreational, leisure and learning experiences for Oakland County residents.
Reporter Food: Zoe’s House of Pancakes
As the name suggests, Zoe’s specialty is pancakes – made with their “signature batter” just brimming with sweetness and golden butter flavoring.
18 Years of Change: Departing Commissioner Helaine Zack…
She spoke with Oakland County Times about what’s happened in those 18 years, what advice she has for the next Commissioner, and where she’ll be focusing her energy next.
Gonorrhea Cases on the Rise in Michigan
This increase is even more alarming as it is likely an underestimate of the actual burden of disease due to decreased testing for STDs during the pandemic.
Atty. General Warns Against COVID-19 Related Scams
“Scammers are lurking under every rock and behind every corner waiting to take advantage of unsuspecting people,” said Nessel.
Explore: Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo
Sections of the park take on different themes, with music and light setting the mood for enchantment.
County Launches “The Only Way To Beat It Is To Face It” Campaign
“The Only Way To Beat It Is To Face It” is funded by a federal CARES Act grant.
Common Ground Working with MDHHS on Crisis Line Pilot Program
“These pilot sites provide geographic and demographic diversity with unique needs that will ultimately help MDHHS scale MiCAL to the entire state.”
Oakland County Launches Equity Council
“We look to the council to create a culture for our employees that respects diversity and creates policies that promote equity and inclusion internally and in the critical services we provide to the public.
Quarantine Time Reduced from Two Weeks to Ten Days in Some Situations
Public Health may now reduce the length of quarantine if specific conditions are met.
Oakland County Announces Funding to Help Restaurants Recover
The $10 million Oakland Together Restaurant Relief Program will use $7 million of Oakland County’s federal CARES Act allocation and $3 million from the county’s general fund to help restaurants hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic and a reduction in business.
Pure Michigan Small Business Grant Applications Open Dec. 15
Grants will be awarded in the amount of up to $15,000 per eligible business on a “first-in” basis.
Dec. 11 – Reduced Fee for Animal Adoptions through Oakland County
Prospective pet owners should call 248-858-1070 to schedule an appointment.
Pizza Choices in Oakland County
Here’s a list of our Reporter Food columns featuring some of Oakland County’s best pizza.
Oakland County Announces New Free COVID Testing Sites
The new locations will be in the communities of Holly, Rochester, Southfield, and Pontiac.
Unbox the Holidays – Ferndale Has Ways to Be Festive and Love Local
“When you shop local, you create more local jobs, keep more funding within the community, reduce environmental impacts, and simply, keep Ferndale unique!”
Seniors Have Until Dec. 10 to Sign Up for Free Shipt Service
Shipt is a service that shops for you and then safely delivers the groceries and household essentials direct to your door.
Kids Can Create Anti-Vaping Design for County-Wide Contest
Contestants must be an Oakland County student in grades 6–12