How to Submit a Community Group or Nonprofit Guest Story

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Stay Connected & Informed: Facebook Groups Throughout Oakland County

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After Over Four Decades, Dan Stencil Retires from Oakland County Parks and Rec

All Stories, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wolverine Lake

Stencil, a long-time Clarkston resident, started with Oakland County Parks and Recreation in 1977…

Here’s How to Help Oakland County Times Reach…

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Cities Declare Snow Emergencies

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wolverine Lake

Cities throughout Oakland County are announcing snow emergencies in anticipation of overnight snowfall

Applicants Needed for Oakland Community Health Network Board

All Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Troy, White Lake Township, Wixom

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

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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

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine Lake

The grants can be used for eligible food, utility, property taxes and personal care expenses.

Michigan Hosting Kids Earth Day Poster Contest, Environmental Awards

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Northville, Novi, Oakland Township, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Troy, White Lake Township

The deadline for both contests to submit entries is February 28, 2021.

Winter Driving Safety Tips

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Here are some winter driving tips courtesy of the Birmingham Police…

Students’ Environmental Art Featured on Water Resource Calendars

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Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water

Police Warn: Phone Scammers Claim to be From DTE

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If you suspect the call may be fraudulent, hang up and call DTE at their toll-free number 800-477-4747. Ask to be connected to a customer service representative and explain to them what occurred.

Hungry? Here are 150+ Restaurants We’ve Tried in Oakland County

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Please consider checking out new places, trying new things, and supporting local restaurants.

Applications Open for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine Lake

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.

Entertainment Venues Can Apply for Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program

All Stories, Commerce Twp., Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Novi, Oakland Township, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield

The Michigan Stages Survival Grant Program will provide a total of $3.5 million in one-time grants of up to $40,000 to eligible entertainment and live music venues throughout Michigan

From 120,000 Deaths to 91% Saves, No-Kill Efforts Working…

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Huntington Woods, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Milford, Northville, Novi, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, Wixom

Shelters in Oakland County collectively reached over 90% live release rate, with several organizations reaching 98% or higher.

COVID-19 Vaccine: Who’s Eligible, How to Sign Up, Update on Supply

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In addition to frontline essential workers, there are over 217,000 residents age 65 and older eligible to receive the vaccine in Oakland County.