Undersheriff Michael McCabe Retiring, Major Curtis Childs Promoted
He replaces Undersheriff Michael McCabe who is retiring at the end of December after 44 years with the Sheriff’s Office, including more than 18 years as Undersheriff.
Incoming Pontiac Mayor Tim Greimel Announces Transition Team
“This group represents some of the brightest and best professionals in Pontiac and will help ensure that the desires and concerns of all residents are heard to inform our decision-making moving forward.”
Headspace App, for Mental Health, Now Free for Teens
Headspace, the internationally recognized mental wellness and meditation app, is now FREE for children 13-18 years old in the US.
Blueprint for Successful Aging Report Shows Needs of Oakland County Seniors
Physical and electronic versions of the blueprint will be provided to local stakeholders including administration, senior centers and libraries.
Hungry for a Slice? Here are 29 Pizza Choices in Oakland County
Metro Detroit has some amazing locally-owned pizza choices, and we’ve had the chance to try a nice variety of them.
Reporter Food: Lemongrass Thai Restaurant in Pontiac
Lemongrass Thai is located at 3999 Centerpoint Parkway in Pontiac.
Older Driver Safety Awareness Week Tips and Resources
SEMCOG’s Regional Forecast projects that the number of people age 65 and older will grow substantially, by 67% from 2015 to 2045.
Shooting at Duckett’s Bar in Pontiac Leaves One Man Dead
The employees of the bar stated that a fight had occurred outside. They reported hearing gunshots. The victim ran inside the bar and collapsed.
Several Oakland County School Districts Closed Thursday Due to Threats
Several Metro Detroit area school districts have opted to close school on Thursday, with some closing Friday as well.
Birds Eye Broccoli Tots Recalled Due to Metal Fragments and Rocks
Conagra has received two reports to date of injury (dental damage) associated with the recalled product.
Funding Available for Projects to Improve Mental Health in Juvenile Justice System
MDHHS expects to award approximately $590,000 over a two-year period through this competitive RFP process to multiple agencies…
MML #2 – Beyond Diversity: Understanding and Leveraging Inclusion
“Diversity without inclusion is just for optics,” said Steve Robbins of Steve Robbins and Associates. “You gotta do the Inclusion piece before you can leverage the value of diversity.”
Marijuana Recall in Michigan: How To See if Yours is Included
Consumers who have marijuana products in their possession that meet the recall criteria may return the products to the marijuana sales location where they were purchased for proper disposal.
Chris Ward Named Director of Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Oakland County Deputy County Executive Chris Ward has been named Parks Director for Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
Voter Turnout by City in the Nov. 2, 2021 Election
Voter turnout ranged from a low of 11.6 percent in Hazel Park to a high of 74.7 percent in Lake Angelus. The chart below shows turnout by community from low to high.
State Touts Economic Impact on Women & Families with Repeal of Tampon Tax
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed SB 153, the second half of a bipartisan package to repeal the tax on essential menstrual products,
2021 Oakland County Times Candidate Interview Video Series
Our goal is to give every candidate a chance to share what is important to them, and for voters to be introduced to the people asking to represent them. Candidates may contact editor@oc115.com.
2021 Oakland County Times Candidate Interview Video Series
Our goal is to give every candidate a chance to share what is important to them, and for voters to be introduced to the people asking to represent them.
Oakland County Times Celebrates Hundreds of Candidate Interview Videos
Our goal is to do journalism that informs, inspires, and unites readers and the candidate interview series certainly does that
2021 Candidate Interview Videos – Pontiac
Thank you to Pontiac Community Foundation for sponsoring this series.