Too Young to Run: Candidate Age Requirements Vary by City
…it means depending on one’s zip code there it means a seven year gap in opportunity for younger citizens in some cities.
Oakland County Switches to New System for Agendas
The software, called CivicClerk, automates several aspects of the meetings, such as voting, updates to the agenda, the compilation of meeting minutes and internal item review processes. Macomb County and Wayne County have similar systems in place.
Ferndale & Pleasant Ridge Give Updates on Woodward Road Diet
city leaders in Ferndale and Pleasant Ridge are sharing information with the public about where things stand, including the likelihood that Pleasant Ridge would likely not be part of the road diet.
With Kulick Center Closed, Ferndale Seniors Move & Invite New Members
Ferndale Seniors meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Ozone Action Day Declared, How You Can Help
“With this ongoing heat wave compounded by air quality issues, we encourage everyone to take care this weekend.”
2021 Candidate Interview: Alex Lenko for Pleasant Ridge City Commission
For all interviews visit our Candidate Interview Page. New videos are added frequently up until Election Day, so please check back often!
Ferndale School Board Seeks Applicants to Fill Vacancy
The Board of Education is now seeking applications to fill his position and serve until the certification of the next general election in November of 2022.
I-75 and I-696 Interchange Closures Begin Saturday
Pavement and barrier wall repair will begin this weekend.
Residents Who Lost Power Can Contact DTE & Consumers for Credit
Both utilities have been working around the clock to restore power, but many customers have now gone several days without during hot and humid weather.
Restructuring, Equity Part of Legacy as Jim O’Donnell Resigns from Ferndale School Board
O’Donnell joined the board as part of a slate of “BOLD” candidates – Amy Butters, Jim O’Donnell, Raylon Leaks-May, and Kevin Deegan-Krause who campaigned on a promise of change.
County Recommends Masking Up As COVID Cases Rise
A recent surge in confirmed novel coronavirus cases, including the Delta variant, prompted the reminder for both the vaccinated and unvaccinated.
Exiled to Motown Exhibit Runs Through Oct. 3
You’ll have a chance to see the vibrant and storied history of Detroit from a whole new angle.
Tell Us About Your Community Group or Nonprofit!
You can be a volunteer, a staffer, administration, someone who uses services, or even just someone who supports the group’s efforts.
Tornado Spotted in Oakland County, Plus Severe Weather and Flooding
Oakland County activated its severe weather sirens at 7:58 PM on Saturday, July 24, after receiving a tornado warning notice from the National Weather Service (NWS)
Healthcare, Building Workforce Among Priorities in Proposed County Budget
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter presented his balanced three-year budget recommendation to the Board of Commissioners Thursday evening.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
Low Income Residents Impacted by Flooding Could Quality for Home Repair Funding
It is available to eligible residents that need help with home repairs necessary to correct unsafe conditions and restore essential services.
Population Gains And Losses: Where People Come From, And Where They Go
In comparing federal tax returns from year to year, IRS can determine who moved and where.
Oakland County Offering $50 Gift Card to Incentivize Vaccinations
Oakland County Health Division is introducing a $50 gift card incentive* to any Oakland County resident receiving their first COVID-19 vaccine from June 24 until July 4.
Ferndale Teen Creates Youth Birding Opportunities, Earns Scholarship
But it was her ‘motivation to create environmental educations opportunities’ for the community that made her applications stand out among others.