Here’s How to Nominate a Hometown Health Hero
“Hometown Health Hero awards are an opportunity to honor those tackling important public health threats and promoting the health of their communities.”
Hungry? Check out the Oakland County Times Reporter Food Index
The Reporter Food Column – sponsored by White Castle – has been an ongoing quest to experience and share restaurants throughout Oakland County.
How to Submit a Community Group or Nonprofit Guest Story
Don’t worry about being perfect, we work with writers of all skill levels to make your post the best it can be
HUD Extends Foreclosure and Eviction Moratoriums
This extension provides homeowners with additional time to request a forbearance from their mortgage servicer.
Stay Connected & Informed: Facebook Groups Throughout Oakland County
Oakland County Times has compiled a list of our favorites to make it easier for you too!
County Awaiting More Vaccines, Adding Partnering Agencies
Of the 41,350 doses the state distributed to the Health Division since Dec. 17, 41,323 are in people’s arms.
Here’s How to Help Oakland County Times Reach…
Oakland County Times is a grassroots community news site that comes together with a lot of hard work, and with the financial support of small business advertisers and readers like you who chip in.
State Allows Sports to Resume with Masks Beginning Feb. 8
Safety protocols like wearing masks and testing will help keep kids, coaches and families safe.
Zoom Now Has Free Live Transcription/ Closed Captioning Option
In a step toward online inclusion Zoom has added a new feature, live transcription.
Veterans in Oakland County Invited to Apply for COVID Assistance Grants
The grants can be used for eligible food, utility, property taxes and personal care expenses.
Winter Driving Safety Tips
Here are some winter driving tips courtesy of the Birmingham Police…
Students’ Environmental Art Featured on Water Resource Calendars
Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water
Hungry? Here are 150+ Restaurants We’ve Tried in Oakland County
Please consider checking out new places, trying new things, and supporting local restaurants.
Applications Open for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program
In an effort to continue to support small businesses, the Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program will provide funding to eligible small businesses disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Who’s Eligible, How to Sign Up, Update on Supply
In addition to frontline essential workers, there are over 217,000 residents age 65 and older eligible to receive the vaccine in Oakland County.
Grants Available to School Districts for Future Teacher Programming
“We need to encourage our young people to consider developing and using their talents as proud Michigan educators”
Virtual Support Groups Available Through Common Ground
Now more than ever, support for trauma related experiences is in high demand.
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.
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.