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.”
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.
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.
DNR Offering Grants up to $15,000 for Community Forestry Projects
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced its Community Forestry Grant Program for 2022
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.
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.
Saturday is an Ozone Action Day, What That Means and How to Help
Saturday, June 5 is the second Ozone Action day of the year in Southeast Michigan.
Short Term Rentals Under Debate in Lansing w/Local Control at Risk
Ferndale’s ordinance passed in March. But now state legislators are working on a bill that would remove local governments’ rights to regulate these businesses within their city using zoning…
County Partners with Honor Health to Open Affordable Health Care Clinics
“Residents will be able to access a variety of prevention services, healthcare and social service assistance.”
Low Turnout Means Bonds Pass for…
A number of school districts in the tri-county area used the May 4 election date option as their opportunity to go to the voters with a School Bond proposal.
State Shares Recommendations for Offices as People Return to Work
These recommendations come at a time when workplace safety remains a concern.
Restaurant Rescue Plan Funding Available Soon, Registration Opens April 30
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open.
Election Season Has Begun. Here’s How to Run for Local Office…
Election season has begun as citizens across Oakland County have started gathering signatures to run for local office. Several cities have council and commission races, as well as library board races and possibly ballot proposals.
Michigan Animal Rescue League Hosting Celebrity Pet of the Year Contest
The dog and cat who get the most votes by midnight EDT on May 24th , 2021 are the winners!
FernCare Now Offering Free STD/HIV Testing Walk In Clinic
Matrix Human Services will conduct clinic sessions at FernCare that include testing, counseling, case management and medical care through its extended network to patients in the community.
County Commissioners Aim to Reduce Housing Voucher Discrimination
To address this issue, commissioners will be introducing a package of resolutions at the full Board of Commissioners meeting on April 29.