Voter Turnout Down in Every Oakland County Community, See How Your City / Township Did
The chart below shows the turnout, ranked across the 51 Oakland County communities.
Census Estimates Show Changing Age and Racial Demographics in Oakland County
Last week the Census Bureau provided information on the racial, ethnic, gender and age composition of that population.
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
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.
Census Estimates Show Gains and Losses in Population for Oakland County Communities
The following three charts show the results for communities across Oakland County – separated into cities, townships, and villages…
With Low Voter Turnout, Two Districts Pass Bonds and One Does Not
Once again, an almost guaranteed low turnout May election was held on bond proposals in three Oakland County school districts – Hazel Park, Huron Valley and Walled Lake.
The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
MML #2 – As Population Declines, State Works on “Growing Michigan Together”
Michigan’s population continues to decline, and the state is working to reverse the trend.
Census Estimates Show Continued Population Decline, Out-Migration Partly to Blame
This trend accelerated in 2023 as estimates show 8,944 more residents leaving for other counties in the U.S. than arriving in Oakland.
Income, Race, Age, and Gender: A Data-Driven Look at Voter Turnout in Oakland County
While politicians are obviously interested in past turnout and party preferences at the community level, their campaign folks will use demographics to identify where they will get the most payoff and need to concentrate their efforts.
MTA Presentation Shares Importance of Understanding FOIA
The Freedom of Information Act is a tool for members of the public to be informed about the actions of elected officials who are serving on their behalf.
Marijuana Taxes Back to Cities, How Much Each Gets and What They’re Doing With It
Twelve Oakland County communities will share more than $42 million…
Oakland County Primary Turnout Down 25.7% from 2020, Here’s How Your Town Did
The voter apathy in the primary is palpable. The election season is really just beginning. Many twists and turns will follow.
Early Data Shows Where in Oakland County Early Voting & Absentee Are Catching On Fastest
The Michigan Secretary of State’s Office has provided data files on both methods, in order to provide absentee ballot comparisons between the Presidential Primary turnouts in 2020 and 2024, and to gauge the popularity of first-time early voting.
Renters Rights – 15 Things Tenants in Michigan Should Know
Here are our Top 15 takeaways that can help renters anywhere in Michigan…
As Education Recovers from COVID, Minority and Low Income Students Lagging Behind
Across Oakland County, M-STEP test scores are increasing, but minority and low-income students are not progressing as quickly as others.
Voter Turnout in the Aug. 8, 2023 Primary
Voters in three school districts and one city had the opportunity to vote in the Aug. 8, 2023 Primary election. Not many of them did.
Dogs of South Lyon: A Look at Popular Breeds and Names
The 1,384 registered dogs equate to one dog per ten households.
Estimates Show Population Decline in 3/4 of Oakland County Communities
The Census Bureau has just released 2022 population estimates for all cities, villages, towns and townships across the country.
Dogs of Bloomfield Hills: A Look at Popular Breeds and Names
Next up in our Dogs of Oakland County series is Bloomfield Hills.