How Oakland and Wayne Compare with Other Million+ Population Counties Across Country
I thought it would be interesting to look at a number of demographic variables and see how Oakland, and Wayne, measure up against their peers.
MML# 4 – Hackers Hitting Clarkston in 2018 Serves as Training Example for Other Cities
Examples of attacks can be found all over the county, and the costs have not been as small as Clarkston.
Scuola Creativa Raising Money to Expand Preschool Offerings in Royal Oak
An online fundraiser at Fundly.com seeks to help with expansion coasts as well as to provide scholarships for children who would not otherwise be able to attend.
10 Nonprofits Awarded Healthy Food Access Grants
A total of $300,000 was distributed through Pontiac Community Foundation.
Data Shows Average Ages, Percentage of Children and Seniors, in Oakland County Communities
Today, December 8, the Census Bureau released its latest round of 5-year American Community Survey (ACS) data for the period 2017-2021
VIDEO: Ferndale Library Workers Unionize
So far 17 out of 22 eligible workers of the Ferndale Area District Library have come together with the Newspaper Guild of Detroit for what they say is the first library workers union in the Metro Detroit area to organize with the Guild.
BOSS Interview: Judy Palmer of RE/MAX Showcase Homes
Oakland County Times recently spoke with Palmer about her experiences as an entrepreneur and why she loves her work for our Business and Organizational Super Stars (BOSS) series.
OC Restaurant Quest: Star of India in Downtown Ferndale
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
Expungements Give 150 Oakland County Residents a Clean Slate
The milestone was reached in only 18 months, with the program launch during the spring of 2021.
Downtowns Across Oakland County Come Together to Learn about Trends, Share Ideas
Main Street program managers across Oakland County gathered on Nov. 22 to get inspired by national leadership and to learn from each other.
Jim Shaffer and Associates Announces Snap It and Wrap It Contest
It’s a $2000 Detroit Foundation Stay + Play package, including 2 nights in an upper level room at the hotel, $500 cash for dining and entertainment, AND a $500 gift card to the local shop that has the most entries.
Students in Oakland County Invited to Enter Financial Empowerment Arts Contest
The arts contest is open to all Oakland County public high school students and entries must be submitted by March 17, 2023, at 4 p.m. through the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office website.
VIDEO: Porsche Destroyed in Early Morning Fire in Ferndale
“Upon arrival they found a Porsche completely engulfed in flames behind a residence.”
Dec 14 – Virtual Planners Gathering to Learn About Oakland County Land Bank Authority
Tune in to learn how the Land Bank will support economic growth through the strategic acquisition and subsequent sale of properties, returning them to the tax rolls in a manner consistent with community-based plans.
Dec 11 – Klezundheit – Klezmer Concert at Temple Emanu-El
Join us for the family-friendly performance on Dec. 11, 2022
Awesome Laptop Deal – With Sales Benefiting Oakland County Times
PLUS $100 contribution to Oakland County Times when you mention coupon code: OCTimes.
The Numbers Behind Oakland County’s Transit Millage Vote
Judging from past votes and the fact that over half of the county’s jurisdictions had voted to opt-out in the past, I was predicting a rather close loss for the measure.
Boy was I wrong!
VIDEO: Sheriff Bouchard Addresses Students About Safety and Threats
With threats disrupting schools across Oakland County, Sheriff Michael Bouchard made a social media video addressing students.
NB I-75 and I-696 Interchange Now Open – With New “Braid” Design
Check out this graphic for more on this new design.
How to Nominate Someone for Oakland County’s 40 Under 40 Awards
“We are looking for young adults who through their work, ideas, and service embody what it means to be ‘Oakland Together,’” Coulter said.