NB I-75 to Close for Several Weekends Through Summer
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $160 million to resurface and repair I-75 from M-15 (Ortonville Road) to the Oakland/Genesee county line.
Candidate Interview: Michael Bouchard for Oakland County Sheriff
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Main Streets Across Oakland County Recognized at Annual Awards Event
This recognition highlights the community’s ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate its rich history while fostering a welcoming environment.
Rochester Christian University Offering Scholarships to Pontiac Students
In a partnership they hope will continue indefinitely, the University plans to provide 30 scholarships each year, providing tuition, room, and board.
Oakland County Bar Association Hosting Judicial Candidate Forum June 20
Oakland County voters will soon have the opportunity to hear directly from judicial candidates in all upcoming contested elections for Oakland County judgeships
Message on Bathroom Wall Prompts Rochester Student’s Arrest
“We have zero tolerance for anyone who makes threats against a school or any location,” Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
Candidate Interview: Amrit Kohli for Oakland County Sheriff (withdraw intended)
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Garbage Pick Up Challenges, Communications Issues, as GFL Document Circulates
Local leaders, whose communities have contracts with GFL, were as surprised by the news as employees and customers were.
Candidate Interview: Scott Farida for Oakland County Prosecutor
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Oakland Township Residents Invited to Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Master Plan Open House
The public is invited to participate in several ways:
Happy Birthday Oakland County Times!
Today Oakland County Times turns 15!
Candidate Interview: David Coulter for Oakland County Executive
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County Approves Funding for Road Projects, Here’s the Full List
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners approved funding to help complete more than $29.2 million in new local road projects during its May 22 meeting.
Top Baby Names in Michigan and Across the County Released
It’s the fifth year in a row that the names took the top slot together
Aug 6 Ballot – Rochester Hills Library Millage
Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be imposed on taxable property within the City of Rochester Hills, County of Oakland, Michigan, be increased…
Aug 6 Ballot – Avondale School District Bond Proposition
Shall the Avondale School District, County of Oakland, State of Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed One Hundred Fifty Million Dollars…
Looking for Farmers Markets? Oakland County Has an Interactive Map
Use our list of farmers markets or interactive map to find a market near you.
MSU Extension Offering Native Plant Kits, Registration Required
Research shows that native species are more adept at fostering biodiversity, protecting local habitat and attracting wildlife – including ever-important pollinators.
Permits Across Oakland County Show How Much New Housing is Being Built, by City
The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) released their annual look at new construction across their seven-county service area, and Oakland County Times has decided to take a look at the data.
Several Injured in Outdoor Heater Explosion in Downtown Rochester
This story is a work in progress and will be updated as more information becomes available.