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Category Archives: Resources

Local Governments Are Hiring – List of Employment Pages for Cities, Townships, & Villages

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Jobs, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherNovember 11, 2025

From part time and seasonal jobs working in parks, pools, and Departments of Public Works to full-time careers, local governments often have a variety of opportunities.

“Brand Love” Author Lydia Michael Shares Tips with Thrive Entrepreneurs

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Keego Harbor, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Northville, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 8, 2025

“When you’re truly winning, that’s when you voluntarily have people sharing your business with others,” she said.

ADA Insights: Oakland County Team Shares Accessibility Stories, Resources for Businesses

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 16, 2025

“It’s all about having a level playing field for all of us to have access to the community. And universal design benefits all.”

Local Governments Are Hiring – List of Employment Pages for Cities, Townships, & Villages

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Jobs, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 11, 2025

From part time and seasonal jobs working in parks, pools, and Departments of Public Works to full-time careers, local governments often have a variety of opportunities.

Michigan Treasury Urges Residents to Search for Unclaimed Property on Updated Website

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 13, 2025

Michigan Unclaimed Property is the custodian of millions of dollars in lost or forgotten assets, including dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, stock certificates, and valuables left in abandoned safe deposit boxes.

Have You Been Scammed? Here’s How to File a Consumer Complaint in Michigan

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Commerce Twp., Milford, Novi, Oak Park, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Resources, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/DavisburgBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 3, 2025

Consumers can file a complaint with the Department of Attorney General online, by fax, or by mail.  

Resources Shared at the Senior Expo in Southfield

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 30, 2024

The Southfield Senior Summit, hosted by State Senator Jeremy Moss, provided an opportunity for scores of older adults and their families a chance to come together to talk about the challenges facing people as they age, and to learn about different organizations and businesses that can help.

People with Disabilities Gather in Ferndale for Resources, Ice Cream, and Visibility

Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Resources, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 31, 2024

But the prize that got the most attention was a set of sticky notes bearing the message…

Public Tracking of Salamanders, Snakes, and Such Can Help Save Michigan Species

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Animals/Pets, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 19, 2024

When you happen upon a slithering snake or a happily croaking wood frog, or if you’re a dedicated salamander seeker, tracking your finds in the Michigan Herp Atlas can make a huge difference for Michigan’s amphibian and reptile population.

Attorney General Warns of Scammers Using Online Obituaries

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Fenton, Groveland Twp., Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Milford, Novi, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rose Township, Slide, Uncategorized, Waterford, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 23, 2024

“It is almost beyond belief that there are people who are so unethical that they would exploit another’s loss for profit,” Nessel said.

Renters Rights – 15 Things Tenants in Michigan Should Know

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Civics, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Data-Based Stories, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Favorites, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 10, 2024

Here are our Top 15 takeaways that can help renters anywhere in Michigan…

Oakland County Shares Map of Warming Centers

Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 15, 2024

Oakland County has been gathering information about warming centers and adding them to an interactive map.

Oakland County Shares Map of Warming Centers

Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Slide, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 13, 2024

Oakland County has been gathering information about warming centers and adding them to an interactive map.

How to Submit Event Info and Press Releases

Auburn Hills, Ferndale, Northville, Resources, Slide, Southfield, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 12, 2023

If you’d like to submit event information or a press release, please read the following guidelines before sending to the email address below.

Mental Health Tips for the Holidays

Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Franklin, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Walled LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 3, 2023

While the holidays can be a time of celebration and joy for many, it can also be a period of stress and sadness.

A Gathering of Resources Shared at Royal Oak Senior Expo

Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Pleasant Ridge, Resources, Royal Oak, Slide, Troy, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherOctober 20, 2023

The Royal Oak Farmers Market was full of booths with products, services, clubs, and organizations geared towards older adults at the recent Royal Oak Senior Expo.

Want Texts for Tornado Sirens & Other Emergencies? Sign up for OakAlert

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, All Stories, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 12, 2023

Oakland County’s emergency notification system, OakAlert, empowers residents to be aware of extreme incidents throughout the county, such as…

Orion Township Library Adds Save a Life Station with Narcan, Fentanyl Tests, and More

Auburn Hills, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Oakland Township, Oxford, Resources, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJuly 31, 2023

“Our young people and adults are struggling with addiction all over the world, and we’re not immune to that.”

Danger in Local Politics: Expert Shares Tips for Staying Safe while Campaigning

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Commerce Twp., Farmington/Farmington Hills, Fenton, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Lathrup Village, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Madison Hts., Milford, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Resources, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Waterford, White Lake Township, Wixom, Wolverine LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherApril 26, 2023

Yet the hard reality for candidates – from national politicians right down to city councils and school boards – is that there are many things that can go wrong when someone puts themselves out there to campaign.

OCHN Shares Mental Health Tips Following Crisis at MSU

Resources, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 14, 2023

Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) is releasing mental health tips for families and individuals to manage stress or trauma associated with the recent crisis at Michigan State University

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