Councilperson Shares Love for Local Bands with “Ferndale Playlist”
Ferndale is a hot spot for musical creativity, so much so that City Councilperson Kat Bruner James has been growing a Spotify list to honor that spirit.
Census: A Revolutionary Idea, Plus Reasons to be Counted
The census is as old as America. And so are controversies about it.
Tips for Maintaining Mental Health During the Coronavirus Outbreak
As we incorporate scary-sounding phrases like “social distancing” and “self-isolation” into our daily vocabularies, it’s apparent we must also devote time and attention to our mental and emotional health
Here’s How Michigan Small Businesses Can Apply for SBA Coronavirus Relief Loans
Legislation passed earlier this month makes $1 billion available to the SBA to subsidize disaster relief loans to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, and nonprofits.
Ongoing Coronavirus Updates ~ Stay Informed, Not Overwhelmed
Our goal is to share resources in a way that helps readers to be educated without being overwhelmed. This page will be updated regularly as the Coronavirus pandemic unfolds.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Social distancing doesn’t necessarily mean staying inside.
Stay Connected: Facebook Groups Throughout Oakland County
Many communities have online forums where people can learn what is going on in their community as well as connect with neighbors.
Coronavirus: Strategies for Individuals, Families, Schools, Groups, etc to Prevent Spread
Everyone has some measure of responsibility to help limit the spread of this disease. Even individuals who are healthy can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to others.
Coronavirus Reaches Oakland and Wayne Counties
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Tuesday night that two people in Michigan have tested positive for the Coronavirus
Resources for those in Need 2020
Here is a list of resources for shelter, food, medical care and more.
Listening and Believing: HAVEN’s Recommendations for How to Help
The recommended response to reports of violence is not necessarily what people might expect, and in fact surprised many of the women in the roo
Sheriff’s Tips for Safe Holiday Shopping
“Criminals are looking for easy targets and victims, especially during the holiday shopping season,” said Sheriff Bouchard.
Sheriff’s Tips for Safe Holiday Shopping
“Criminals are looking for easy targets and victims, especially during the holiday shopping season,” said Sheriff Bouchard.
Common Ground Shares Warning Signs for Suicide
Common Ground Shares Warning Signs for Suicide (Common Ground, Feb. 22, 2019) Oakland County, MI – Common Ground is a nonprofit organization that helps “move people from crisis to hope.” Among the services they provide is suicide prevention, with a crisis center, chat line, and a helpline. They also shared the following signs to help…
MTA Shares Assessment and Property Tax Basics
MTA Shares Assessment and Property Tax Basics (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 4, 2019) Okemos, MI – Shila Kinder is passionate about her job as Assessor for Mecosta County, a profession that requires understanding complex tax laws, organizing large amounts of data, and gracefully discussing tax bills with residents who may disagree with her work. That…
Stuff to Know When it Snows
Stuff to Know When it Snows (C. Proxmire, Jan. 29, 2019) Oakland County, MI – Did you wake up to find your neighborhood covered over with a layer of sparkly white frozen precipitation and a Facebook feed full of various warnings, advisories, and complaints? Though it can be disconcerting, don’t worry. It’s called snow,…
Stuff to Know When it Snows
Stuff to Know When it Snows (C. Proxmire, Jan. 19, 2019) Oakland County, MI – Did you wake up to find your neighborhood covered over with a layer of sparkly white frozen precipitation and a Facebook feed full of various warnings, advisories, and complaints? Though it can be disconcerting, don’t worry. It’s called snow,…
Resources for Those in Need 2019
Resources for Those in Need 2019 Oakland County, MI – Here is a list of resources for shelter, food, medical care and more. This list will be updated if other resources are found. If you know of any please email editor@oc115.com. Shelter Welcome Inn—Covenant Presbyterian Church 21575 W Ten Mile Rd, Southfield 48075 (248) 677-8757.…
MML #3 – The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA and OMA Basics
MML #3 – The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA and OMA Basics (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 14, 2018) Grand Rapids, MI- Democracy is protected by two important laws, the Freedom of Information Act and the Open Meetings Act. These laws force public bodies to operate with transparency, and ensure that the public has a…
Oakland County Task Force Shares Suicide Prevention Resources
Oakland County Task Force Shares Suicide Prevention Resources (OCYSP Task Force, June 14, 2018) Oakland County, MI— The Oakland County Youth Suicide Prevention Task Force encourages residents to utilize local suicide prevention resources in the wake of new data released by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Suicide rates increased in nearly every…