SEMCOG’s Transportation Safety Plan Outlines Five Elements to Reduce Death and Injuries on Roadways
On average, one person is killed each day in Southeast Michigan, while six more are seriously injured.
Explore: Deer Ranch in St. Ignace, Michigan
Deer Ranch is open daily from Mid-May through Mid-October.
RTA Grants Announced to Enhance Mobility for Seniors and People with Disabilities
The RTA received an overwhelming response from organizations dedicated to improving mobility and accessibility for Detroit and Ann Arbor’s senior and disabled populations.
Summer Storm Brings Power Outages Across Metro Detroit
“After a major storm, it takes us several hours to analyze the extent of damage and develop restoration schedules.”
Royal Oak Couple Battling Golden Bamboo Hopes to Warn Others of Invasive Species
In addition to this, the roots grew under their front porch, under their gas line and were woven into their chimney.
Students Presented with Pleasant Ridge Woman’s Club Scholarships
The PRWC scholarship opportunity is open annually to graduating seniors who live within the boundaries of the Ferndale School District, no matter where they attend school.
OC Times Publisher Crystal Proxmire Presented with Oakland County Bar Association’s Liberty Bell Award
But the Liberty Bell Award is reserved for a “non-attorney whose community activity has strengthened the American system of freedom under the law.”
Young Adults Can Be Vulnerable to Scams, Attorney General Shares Info for New Graduates
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to educate recent high school graduates on how to spot scams so that their path to adulthood does not include becoming the victim of a scam.
Star Bakery in Oak Park to Close July 2
Star Bakery, which was founded in 1915, was well known to generations of Detroiters for providing traditional Jewish-stye baked…
Oakland County Celebrates Juneteenth, Raises Flag, and Honors Elizabeth Denison Forth with Historical Plaque
“This sign outside of the courthouse is just another reminder of where we’ve come from, and the potential we all have when we work together.”
Fentanyl Tests, Narcan and More Available at Affirmations in Ferndale
As of last summer, Affirmations also began to offer free testing kits people can pick up, with no questions asked, that can be used to detect Fentanyl in street drugs.
Ferndale Fifth Graders Get Outdoorsy at Three Day Camp on Lake Huron
Throughout the trip, friendships were forged through cooperative challenges and collaborative free play, with plenty of time exploring and relaxing…
Income Guidelines for WIC Program Increased; Additional Michigan Families May Qualify
WIC is open to participants with incomes up to 185% of the federal poverty level.
Here’s How to Take the Tri-County Broadband Survey
The survey will help local officials determine where infrastructure and service must be improved to meet the modern needs of residents.
White Castle Hosting Contest for Recipes Using Sliders as the Star Ingredient
Recipes must use at least six beef Sliders (Original, Cheese or Jalapeño) with or without pickles.
Women Learn Skills Building Homes and Friendships, Helping Others with Women Build Program
Instructions on how to become a Women Build team member in Oakland County can be found on the Women Build page on the organization’s website.
Author Jack Cheng Thanks Ferndale Students for Reading Many Masks of Andy Zhou Manuscript
Last summer, seven of Mr Blatt’s 6th grade students read the manuscript for Jack Cheng’s forthcoming YA novel, The Many Masks of Andy Zhou.
Tuesday Declared an Ozone Action Day – Here’s How You Can Help
May 30 is the second Ozone Action day of the year for Southeast Michigan.
Oakland County Offering Free Native Plant Kits – Here’s How to Register
Oakland County Parks, in partnership with Michigan State University Extension, is continuing the effort in 2023, providing more than 600 native plant kits to residents this spring.
Annual Address Shows How Planning and Positivity Help to “Elevate Oak Park”
McClellan and City Manager Erik Tungate gave the bulk of the updates, with the theme being “Elevate Oak Park.”