Hundreds Gather in Royal Oak to Support Drag Queen Story Time
When word got out on social media, those in support of the LGBTQ+ community showed up, with a lot more people, and a lot more rainbows in their signage.
New Nonprofit Oakland Thrive Launched to Help Small Businesses
The nonprofit allows greater flexibility, sustainability, and scope when it comes to helping small businesses succeed.
Explore: A Look Inside Michigan’s First Goodwill Bookstore
Goodwill is known for their thrift stores full of gently-used clothes, housewares, toys and more. But they’ve brought a new concept to Michigan…
Marijuana Taxes Are Being Distributed. Here’s How Oakland County Communities Fared
Oakland County had a total of 22 recreational businesses, operating in 7 communities, in FY2022.
Recycling Equals Cash for the Community, and Other Tips from an Oak Park Commission’s SOCRRA Tour
The materials are received from the 12 SOCRRA communities of Oak Park, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak and Troy.
Six Week Program Provides Financial Education, Potential Money Towards Debt or Home Ownership
We are hoping to enroll struggling metro Detroit low-income families to finally help them get control of their finances, improve their credit scores and, eventually, be able to own their own home
BOSS Interview: David Garcia of Affirmations
“One day I might be talking about something as important as eliminating conversion therapy in Michigan and the next hour I’m up on the roof looking at an HVAC system that’s about to give out,” he said.
County Seeking Mental Health Professional to Serve on Oakland Community Health Network Board
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from providers of mental health services to fill one vacancy on the Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) Board.
Oak Park Gets Federal “Connecting Communities” Grant to Reconstruct Walking Bridge Over I-696
The current walking bridge is over 40 years old and at end of its useful life.
Following Death of Child, State Reminds Public of Influenza Vaccinations
This virus can cause severe flu infections in children, as well as in adults.
Closures This Weekend on Both I-696 and I-75
Both I-75 and I-696 have scheduled closures scheduled for this weekend.
Oakland Together: County Executive Announces 40 Under 40
Approximately 175 candidates, born after Dec. 31, 1982, applied for the recognition.
Businesses Connect at Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce Coffee
The Greater Royal Oak Chamber has other events and opportunities as well.
Oakland County Invites Residents to Fill Out Online Community Health Survey
The survey asks residents to share their opinions on topics ranging from access to medical care and support services to various health issues within their community.
Michigan Nonprofits Helping those in Need Can Apply for Relief Fund Grants
The relief fund, designed for small nonprofits, is part of a two-part grant program.
Men Accused of Stealing Catalytic Converters, Fleeing Ferndale Police
Officers recovered two additional catalytic converters, additional burglary tools, and a police scanner inside the suspect’s truck.
Students in Ferndale School District Invited to Apply for Pleasant Ridge Woman’s Club Scholarship
Completed applications must be returned, no later than Friday, April 7, 2023
Oakland County Approves Contracts, Announces Likely Transit Expansions Coming this Year
Oakland County residents will see transit services expand later this year now that the Board of Commissioners has approved contracts with four public transportation providers
AG Nessel: Protect Your Heart, Your Identity, and Your Wallet from Scammers
Online romance scams take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating sites, apps, or social media.
Ferndale Elks Donate to SE Oakland Coalition
The district serves students in Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, and Royal Oak Township.