Oakland County Shares Map of Warming Centers
Oakland County has been gathering information about warming centers and adding them to an interactive map.
Grants Available for Hospitality Training For Skills to Help Workers Advance
With the support of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Development, HTIM has expanded this year to reach additional Michiganders looking for a rewarding and high-paying career.
Oakland County Launches RainSmart Rebates for Improvements that Help w/Stormwater
The primary goals of the program include fostering awareness about stormwater management and promoting environmental stewardship.
Madison Heights Celebrates $250,000 Grant for “Rock the Heights” Bandshell
“…it will help us expand access to live entertainment in a way that simply wasn’t possible before.”
Several Quaker Granola Bars and Cereals Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk
Consumers should check their pantries for any of the products listed below and dispose of them.
Which Oakland County Cities Are Tops in Income and Education Level Across Michigan?
I wanted to look at two topic areas of importance – educational attainment and median household income.
Winners of Local Gems Contest Announced, Over 300 Businesses Celebrated
The contest, which ran through the month of November, required residents to take selfies in front of their favorite small businesses
Christmas Tree Farms in Oakland County
If you’re on the hunt for that perfect Christmas evergreen, check out the farms in Oakland County offering fresh pre-cut and “u-cut” trees
Royal Oak Middle Schoolers More Active Since Lunchtime Cell Phone Ban
To grow the program, the district has created an Amazon wish list for community members and businesses to contribute
Teresa Mask Recinto to Serve as Director of Public Communications for Oakland County
“Teresa brings an incredible depth of experience in media and corporate communications that will help the county deliver the facts and data to the public in clear and meaningful ways.”
Students Can Enter Oakland County Treasurer’s Financial Empowerment Arts Contest
“This contest not only promotes financial literacy but also encourages artistic expression, merging the worlds of economics and creativity in an innovative and inspiring way.”
Grace Centers of Hope Opens Holiday Thrift Store Focused on Seasonal Decor
Your support not only brings joy to your holiday décor but helps us brighten the lives of individuals in our life-saving programs at Grace Centers of Hope.
Absentee, In-Person, or Early? Here’s How Voters Turned Out in Local Mayoral Races
A total of 14 mayoral races took place across Oakland County on November 7, 2023.
Oakland SAVES Will Have Grants to Help Homes Be More Energy Efficient
The Oakland SAVES program will be available until Dec. 31, 2025, or until the funds are exhausted, whichever comes first.
Michigan Bans Domestic Abusers from Owning Firearms for Eight Years After Conviction
“These new laws to keep guns out of the hands of violent domestic abusers will save lives,” said Nessel
Ann Erickson Gault to Fill Commission Vacancy, Serving Hazel Park, Madison Heights and Troy
The commission seat had been vacant since the death of longtime Commissioner Gary R. McGillivray who passed away November 3.
Voter Turnout in Nov 2023 Election
The graph below ranks the 31 communities on voter turnout percentages.
2023 Election Results in Oakland County
Unofficial Election results are coming in from across Oakland County.
Oakland County Parks Annual Passes Available for Sale, Free to Eligible Residents
Buy today to enjoy access to eight day-use parks that provide year-round fun for the rest of 2023 through Dec. 31, 2024.
Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center Expands Hours
Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center is located at 1200 N Telegraph Building 42 E, Pontiac, MI 48341.