Restaurant Rescue Plan Funding Available Soon, Registration Opens April 30
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open.
Election Season Has Begun. Here’s How to Run for Local Office…
Election season has begun as citizens across Oakland County have started gathering signatures to run for local office. Several cities have council and commission races, as well as library board races and possibly ballot proposals.
County Commissioners Aim to Reduce Housing Voucher Discrimination
To address this issue, commissioners will be introducing a package of resolutions at the full Board of Commissioners meeting on April 29.
State Announces Invasive Species Prevention Grants, Including Oakland County
CISMA projects include enhanced education and outreach, technical assistance to landowners, and survey and treatment of high-priority invasive species.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Here’s a list of parks and other places to explore in Oakland County…
Reopening a Building? CDC Recommendations for Water Safety
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and many who continue to work from home, office buildings may sit vacant for quite some time.
Northville Seeking to Fill Open Council Seat
The City Council is seeking letters of interest from City residents who are registered voters and would like to fill the remaining months of this term.
County Adds Large-Scale Vaccine Site in Pontiac, Here’s How to Sign Up
On Monday, April 5, all Michigan residents 16 years and older will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine.
County Commission Approves Environmental Sustainability Projects
“Today’s investment will pay future dividends by decreasing carbon emissions, reducing energy costs, improving public health, and doing our part to protect the planet and our communities.”
Michigan Tourette Support Group Offers Weekly Online Meetings
Our goal is to bring the MI TS community together as a family, educate the public & establish programs…
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
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!
After Over Four Decades, Dan Stencil Retires from Oakland County Parks and Rec
Stencil, a long-time Clarkston resident, started with Oakland County Parks and Recreation in 1977…
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.
Applicants Needed for Oakland Community Health Network Board
The BOC is seeking applications to fill two general public seats, one primary consumer seat (someone receiving mental health services) and one secondary consumer seat (a family member of someone receiving mental health services).
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.
Michigan Hosting Kids Earth Day Poster Contest, Environmental Awards
The deadline for both contests to submit entries is February 28, 2021.