Census Estimates Show Gains and Losses in Population for Oakland County Communities
The following three charts show the results for communities across Oakland County – separated into cities, townships, and villages…
2024 Candidate Interview: Trevis Harrold for State Rep District 55
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The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate? Nominations Being Accepted
Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate
2024 Election Info.
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Sheriff Sheds Light on Fentanyl Crisis with Town Hall Discussion
The panel included experts on the topic, some that became experts “not by a path that they chose, but because they were tragically impacted by the impact of the loss of a loved one or friend,” Sheriff Bouchard described.
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.
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.
Residents Across Michigan Could Receive MDOT Travel Survey in Mail
Randomly selected households will receive an invitation to participate in the survey via U.S. Mail.
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.
MML#3 – Petitioners Seek to End Property Tax in Michigan, and What That Would Mean for Residents
If the proposal passes, Michigan would be the only state in the nation not to have a property tax.
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.
Census Estimates Show Continued Population Decline, Out-Migration Partly to Blame
This trend accelerated in 2023 as estimates show 8,944 more residents leaving for other counties in the U.S. than arriving in Oakland.
Mark Tisdel and Amos O’Neal Named Legislators of the Year by Michigan Municipal League
Tisdel represents the 55th House District, which includes the cities of Rochester and Rochester Hills and part of Oakland Township.
Save a Life Narcan Trainings Happening Online in 2024
Alliance of Coalitions hosts online Save a Life Narcan training.
Income, Race, Age, and Gender: A Data-Driven Look at Voter Turnout in Oakland County
While politicians are obviously interested in past turnout and party preferences at the community level, their campaign folks will use demographics to identify where they will get the most payoff and need to concentrate their efforts.
Community Outlook Breakfast Touts Successes in Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township
Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett sat on the stage at Oakland University’s Student Center with Rochester Mayor Stuart Bikson and Oakland Township Supervisor Robin Buxar.
Michigan Dept of Treasury has Unclaimed Property Website Everyone Should Check
Treasury has millions of dollars in lost or forgotten assets that includes dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, valuables left in safe deposit boxes and stock certificates.
Trader Joe’s Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings Recalled Due to Plastic Contamination
These items were shipped to Trader Joe’s retail locations nationwide.
MTA Presentation Shares Importance of Understanding FOIA
The Freedom of Information Act is a tool for members of the public to be informed about the actions of elected officials who are serving on their behalf.