Oakland Thrive Hosting Events and Classes for Small Business Success
Some are in person throughout the county, and others are online.
Candidate Interview: Michael Bouchard for Oakland County Sheriff
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Candidate Interview: Amrit Kohli for Oakland County Sheriff (withdraw intended)
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Candidate Interview: Scott Farida for Oakland County Prosecutor
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Happy Birthday Oakland County Times!
Today Oakland County Times turns 15!
Candidate Interview: David Coulter for Oakland County Executive
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County Approves Funding for Road Projects, Here’s the Full List
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners approved funding to help complete more than $29.2 million in new local road projects during its May 22 meeting.
Top Baby Names in Michigan and Across the County Released
It’s the fifth year in a row that the names took the top slot together
Looking for Farmers Markets? Oakland County Has an Interactive Map
Use our list of farmers markets or interactive map to find a market near you.
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.
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…
Oakland County Partners with United Way on Water Affordability Program
“Our partnership expands access to water assistance for families who typically are not eligible for other assistance programs.”
Video Shows Driver Take Out Light Pole in Keego Harbor, Police Seek Suspect
The vehicle was most likely a Volkswagen sedan.
No More Non-Competes, FTC Bans Restrictive Clauses in Most Circumstances
In a move to promote competition and worker freedom, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule banning non-compete agreements in most circumstances nationwide.
The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
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
2024 Election Info.
Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to editor@oc115.com for more info.
Sheriff Sheds Light on Fentanyl Crisis with Town Hall Discussion
The panel included experts on the topic, some that became experts “not by a path that they chose, but because they were tragically impacted by the impact of the loss of a loved one or friend,” Sheriff Bouchard described.
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.
Public Tracking of Salamanders, Snakes, and Such Can Help Save Michigan Species
When you happen upon a slithering snake or a happily croaking wood frog, or if you’re a dedicated salamander seeker, tracking your finds in the Michigan Herp Atlas can make a huge difference for Michigan’s amphibian and reptile population.