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.
Explore: Parks, Trails, Downtowns, and Other Destinations in Oakland County (and Beyond)
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
Khadija Walker-Fobbs Making Strides in Housing Across Oakland County
“It’’s not a secret. There’s been so many articles about the housing shortage nationally and in the state.”
Lake Orion Mourns Loss of Student Who Died on Robotics Team Trip to Houston
This story is a work in progress and may be updated as more information is available.
SMART Expands Transit in Rochester, Oakland University Area
“As we look forward to the launch of Route 492, we anticipate a positive ripple effect on the local economy,” SMART General Manager Dwight Ferrell said.
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.
Holly Area Veterans Resource Center Finds Home
And finally they are excited to announce their new location – inside The Holly Church of the Nazarene.
Advice from “Women Who Thrive”
The Women Who Thrive event not only provided inspiration, but resources as well.
VIDEO: New Downtown Lake Orion Director Shares Vision
On Wednesday, April 3 the DDA held a meet and greet at 313 Pizza Bar to welcome the new director and hear about his vision for Downtown Lake Orion.
Construction to Begin on Brown, Giddings, and Silverbell in Auburn Hills and Orion Twp
For more information on the project, visit the Brown, Giddings, Silver Bell Roads page in the “Road Projects” section of the RCOC website
See Which Cities Have Art This Year Through DIA’s Inside Out Program
From now through October, residents of Macomb, Wayne, and Oakland counties will be able to enjoy a piece of the DIA outside in their own community.
“Chapel” Under Renovations for Oxford School District Damaged in Fire
The chapel sustained significant damage from fire, smoke, and water.
Highlights from Executive Dave Coulter’s State of the County Address
Kicking off the speech, Coulter took time to reflect on wins from the past year and provide updates on other programs that were introduced during the 2023 State of the County Address.
MARC #1 – Nature Lovers Across State Unite for Michigan Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy
Educational resources. Training and outreach. Stewardship. And research. All of those pieces must work together if Michigan is going to be
MML #4 – Officials Learn Lessons of Michigan’s 4,800 Railroad Crossings
There are 4,800 railroad crossings across the state of Michigan, each one inspected and maintained with the care of MDOT’s Office of Rail Safety.
Main Streets Across Oakland County Share Successes and Challenges at Annual Summit
Whether they’re urban or rural, bustling or quaint, traditional or eclectic – the Main Streets of America are places that people want to be.
Webinar to Help People Build and Restore Finances After Leaving Jail or Prison, April 4
The program is for Michiganders who may have been incarcerated and need advice on how to build and restore their finances.
Thomas Lindberg Appointed Interim Lake Orion Police Chief
Lindberg said “I am truly honored that the Village of Lake Orion has the confidence and trust in me to lead this police department as we move forward together.
Orion Township State of the Township “A Night at the Movies” is April 18
The theme is “A Night at the Movies.”
MML #1: Taxing Vapes, Banning Menthol, Licensing Cigarette Retailers and More on the Table in Michigan
Smoking has re-emerged as a hot topic in Lansing as the Senate considers a package of bills related to tobacco regulation.