Michigan Nonprofits Helping those in Need Can Apply for Relief Fund Grants
The relief fund, designed for small nonprofits, is part of a two-part grant program.
White Castle Seeking Nonprofit to Receive Historic Castle-Style Building
Should their joint proposal be selected by the current owners, White Castle will invest in transporting the building to its final destination.
Have You Gotten Your Dog Licensed Yet? Here’s How…
If you have a dog and haven’t had it licensed yet, here’s a reminder.
Decade’s Worth of Data Shows Trends of Homelessness, Impact of Programming
The count is tied to federal funding that helps pay for permanent supportive housing, rapid rehousing and transitional housing.
Madiha Tariq Appointed to Deputy County Executive Position
In that role, she will oversee the Health and Human Services and Public Services departments…
Michigan’s Presidential Primary Date is Moving Up
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Senate Bill 13, sponsored by state Senator Jeremy Moss (D-Southfield), moving the state’s presidential primary from the second Tuesday in March to February 27, 2024,
AmazonSmile Program Supporting Various Charities Coming to an End
Amazon has announced they are ending their AmazonSmile charitable giving program.
Governor Whitmer Gives State of the State Address (Full Text)
“My fellow Michiganders. We spoke with a clear voice in November…”
MDOT Study Looks at Potential for Toll Roads in Michigan
Experts analyzed all 31 highways in Michigan for the study and determined that 14 could become toll roads…
Halfway to Heaven: Love Song to a Wife with Alzheimer’s, Inspires Fellow Caregivers (Video)
“She did it with all the confidence in the world. She instilled in me a desire to do everything I could to help her.”
Data Shows Birth Rates Back on the Rise in Oakland County
Without continued in-migration – both domestic and international – of younger residents, natural increase will remain low and population growth will be rather small
DTE Announces Time of Day Rates to Encourage Using Electricity in Off-Peak Hours
Simply choose to use energy during the times of day when demand is lower, and you’ll pay a lower rate.
DNR Seeks Public Input on Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
The DNR Parks and Recreation Division currently manages 103 state parks and recreation areas, totaling more than 300,000 acres across Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsulas.
Oakland County Seeks Nominations for Black Excellence Award
“The diversity of experiences and backgrounds among our residents is part of what makes our community so strong,” Commissioner Yolanda Smith Charles
Michigan Population Declines, But Not As Much as Previous Year
Michigan joined 17 other states in losing population between 2021 and 2022, according to new population estimates released by the Census Bureau.
Reporter’s Quest to Try Every Restaurant in Oakland County Continues into New Year
The column features everything from family diners and local bars, to flavors from around the world, and the some of the most imaginative and delicious restaurants in the area.
Treasurer Shares Tips for Making the Most of Your Money in 2023
Here are a few tips from the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office that will help reduce the financial strain and build toward your future.
Oakland County Resources for Those Experiencing Homelessness
Although Oakland County has a strong economy and many resources, there are still residents that are forced to choose between necessities like buying food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.
Oakland County to Hire Transit Manager and Planners Following Voter Approval of Transportation Millage
Oakland County has created a Transit Division in its Economic Development Department laying the foundation for improving and expanding transit options throughout the county.
How Oakland and Wayne Compare with Other Million+ Population Counties Across Country
I thought it would be interesting to look at a number of demographic variables and see how Oakland, and Wayne, measure up against their peers.