Candidate Interview: Mike McFall for State Rep Dist 8
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Guests w/Reservation Switches in Mackinaw City Could Get Refunds Thanks to Settlement
Consumers will have 90 days to submit claims for reimbursement and are eligible for 100% reimbursement by the entities if they can document a fully paid reservation at one of the hotels that was closed for the season, with the consumer being transferred to a different hotel, since January 1, 2017.
Candidate Interview: Gretchen Whitmer for Governor of Michigan
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A Look at the Data: Housing Types and Home Ownership Rates Across Oakland County pt 1
In this article I look at two groupings: communities with populations greater than 50,000 population, and communities between 20,000 and 49,999 population.
Eight Felony Charges for Man Suspected of Stealing Items from Vehicles in Royal Oak
On Friday, June 24, 2022. Corey Lee Rashada, a 24-year-old Madison Heights resident was arraigned before the Honorable Magistrate Chisholm of the 44th District Court. Rashada was charged with eight (8) felony counts including…
Youth in Foster System May Qualify for a Fostering Futures Scholarship
“Those who have experienced foster care typically don’t have the support systems in place to assist with college costs. Every dollar helps create opportunities for our youth who have experienced foster care.”
Candidate Interview: Ryan Kelley for Governor of Michigan
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Candidate Interview: Ralph Rebandt for Governor of Michigan
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2022 Candidate Interviews and Election Information
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Celebrating Successes as Oakland County Times Turns 13
Today we celebrate our 13th birthday!
Business News, Community Building, and Mental Health Part of Madison Heights Mayor’s Speech
I want to take this opportunity to extend my gratitude to the Madison Heights City Council for all their hard work and to express our appreciation for the city staff. Our success and the quality of life we provide to our residents would not be possible without their commitment to a job well done, day in, day out.
New Estimates Show 49 Oakland County Communities Lost Population Since the Census
The July 1, 2021 estimates have only 11 Oakland County communities gaining population…
Free Rabies Vaccine with Dog License Purchase Extended
“Protecting your dog against rabies also protects your family and neighbors,” said Bob Gatt, Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center manager. “We don’t want the cost of the rabies vaccine to be a barrier for anyone getting a dog license.”
DIA’s Inside Out Art Installations Come to Several Communities, Including Holly, Southfield, Madison Heights, Royal Oak and More
The Detroit Institute of Arts Inside|Out pieces are being installed in the 26 cities chosen for the 2022 program in cities throughout the Metro Detroit area.
Get Dirty and Make a Difference: ReLeaf Michigan Director Talks About Tree Planting Efforts
The group is based in Ann Arbor, but has planted trees in many local communities, including Oak Park, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Novi, Pontiac, Clarkston, Lake Orion and others.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
14 Communities Get Oakland County Parks and Trails Grants
These grants will assist municipalities with planning, preliminary engineering/design and construction costs directly related to local park improvement and trail projects.
VIDEO: Oakland County Expert Chats About Restaurant Inspections
Oakland County Times sought out an expert from the Oakland County Health Division to learn more about restaurant inspections.
Share Your Nonprofit or Community Group’s Story!
Oakland County Times is inviting readers to submit guest stories featuring a charity or community group that is meaningful to them. You can be a volunteer, a staffer, administration, someone who uses services, or even just someone who supports the group’s efforts.
Madison Heights City Council approves demolition of Electro-Plating Solutions site
“Fortunately, the county was able to step in and support the City of Madison Heights through this unfortunate situation,” Commissioner McGillivray said.