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 – Lyon Township Fire Department and Police Millage Renewals
Shall the Charter Township of Lyon, Oakland County, Michigan, renew the 2022 voter-approved levy of 2.3985 mills that expired in 2023…
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.
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…
The Ups, and Mostly Downs, of School District Enrollment Across Oakland County
But what about the districts that bucked the general trend?
Who Will Be Michigan’s Next Poet Laureate? Nominations Being Accepted
Nominees must submit a list or provide links to three work samples and a statement of why they should be considered for the position of Michigan poet laureate
2024 Election Info.
Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to editor@oc115.com for more info.
Sheriff Sheds Light on Fentanyl Crisis with Town Hall Discussion
The panel included experts on the topic, some that became experts “not by a path that they chose, but because they were tragically impacted by the impact of the loss of a loved one or friend,” Sheriff Bouchard described.
Volunteers Needed to Pull Invasive Garlic Mustard at Locations Across Oakland County
These events seek to reduce this common invasive species, which can prevent native plants from thriving.
Oakland County Residents Invited to Take Food Landscape Community Survey
Community partners in Oakland County are conducting a food landscape study & are seeking input via this community survey.
Explore: Parks, Trails, Downtowns, and Other Destinations in Oakland County (and Beyond)
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
Khadija Walker-Fobbs Making Strides in Housing Across Oakland County
“It’’s not a secret. There’s been so many articles about the housing shortage nationally and in the state.”
Public Tracking of Salamanders, Snakes, and Such Can Help Save Michigan Species
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.
Highlights from Executive Dave Coulter’s State of the County Address
Kicking off the speech, Coulter took time to reflect on wins from the past year and provide updates on other programs that were introduced during the 2023 State of the County Address.
MARC #1 – Nature Lovers Across State Unite for Michigan Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy
Educational resources. Training and outreach. Stewardship. And research. All of those pieces must work together if Michigan is going to be
I-96 Construction Causes Closure and Shifts in Coming Weekends
Following the traffic shift, there will be numerous ramp closures through early fall on westbound I-96 from I-275 to Kent Lake Road
Webinar to Help People Build and Restore Finances After Leaving Jail or Prison, April 4
The program is for Michiganders who may have been incarcerated and need advice on how to build and restore their finances.
Attorney General Warns of Scammers Using Online Obituaries
“It is almost beyond belief that there are people who are so unethical that they would exploit another’s loss for profit,” Nessel said.
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.