March 29 – Affirmations Hosting Family Fun Fest
Family Fun Fest is packed with excitement for all ages!
Oakland Forward Hosting Six Week Training Series on Becoming an Elected Official
This free training is open to anyone in Oakland County regardless of community or political affiliation.
Divorce Trends in Oakland County and Across the Country
I have now gone back to look at the “flipside” of marriage – divorce.
Oakland County Parks Survey Seeks Input on Sustainability
Share your thoughts in a brief survey by Wednesday, Feb. 18
Ferndale Pride Declines Corewell Health Sponsorship After Decision to Stop Gender Affirming Care for Youth
Multiple organizations, including Equality Michigan, ACLU of Michigan, MiGen, PFLAG Detroit, Transgender Michigan, LGBTDetroit, and Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center issued an open letter to Corewell stating…
Oakland County Seeks Applicants for Health Network Board Vacancy
The position is for a three-year term, beginning April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2028.
OC Restaurant Quest: Leo’s Coney Island
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
Seniors in Ferndale School District Area Can Apply for PR Woman’s Club Scholarships
All high school graduating seniors of the class of 2025 living within the boundaries of the Ferndale School System, and attending any local public or private school are encouraged to apply.
OCC Board Accepting Applications to Fill Trustee Position
An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through Dec. 31, 2026
DNR Shares Do’s and Don’t of Backyard Bird Feeding
In Michigan, you can still feed your backyard birds, but wildlife experts urge you to keep birds safe with some simple steps.
Feb 18 – MDOT Woodward Ave Corridor Plan Open House in Pleasant Ridge
MDOT’s planned in-person and virtual open houses will offer detailed information on collected transportation data, corridor safety reports, previous municipal plans, and the opportunity to provide feedback.
Pleasant Ridge Seeks Applicants to Fill Vacancies on Boards and Commissions
The City of Pleasant Ridge has vacancies on a number of our boards and commissions.
Dom Holmes Appointed Oakland County Economic Development Director
Holmes brings more than a dozen years of economic development experience from Oakland County and Automation Alley.
Public House in Ferndale Closing, Sidecar Slider Bar Taking Over Space
“This was a very difficult decision, and a heartbreaking decision,” said Hometown Restaurant Group CEO Brian Kramer.
MiGen, Serving Older LGBTQ+ Adults, Hiring for Two Positions
MiGen is growing—and we’re excited to announce two new opportunities to join our team!
Free Contraception Available Across Michigan, Including Oakland County Locations
These resources include over-the-counter oral birth control pills, emergency contraception, condoms and family planning educational information.
MDOT Hosting Public Info Meeting about I-696 Reconstruction Project Feb. 4
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the community to attend a public meeting Feb. 4 to discuss the upcoming final phase of the Restore the Reuther project on I-696
Ferndale Students Have Peace Parade in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.
On Friday, the Ferndale Lower School Family came together to continue a beloved tradition—the Annual Peace Parade, now in its 20th year.
Detroit Zoo Closed Tuesday Due to Extreme Cold
For the latest, most up-to-date news on reopening information, please visit the Belle Isle Nature Center and Detroit Zoo Facebook pages.
Feb 13 – Giggle Pickles Fundraiser at Treat Dreams
They’ll be featuring the Giggle Pickle Sandwich and Pineapple Pickle Sorbet.