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Explore: A Look Inside Michigan’s First Goodwill Bookstore

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, 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, 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 Publisher March 8, 2023

Goodwill is known for their thrift stores full of gently-used clothes, housewares, toys and more. But they’ve brought a new concept to Michigan…

OC Restaurant Quest: 9 Oaks Grill in Oak Park

Ferndale, Oak Park, Reporter Food, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher March 7, 2023

9 Oaks Grill is located at 22110 Coolidge Highway in Oak Park.

First Online Foreclosed Property Auction a Success, Though Prevention Remains Treasurer’s Top Goal

Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Commerce Twp., Hazel Park, Madison Hts., Northville, Pontiac, Slide, Southfield, Troy, Uncategorized, Walled LakeBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher March 6, 2023

In 2022, Oakland County took the task of selling tax foreclosed properties to a new level by hosting an online auction, rather than an in-person event.

Pontiac and Flint Leaders Urge State Officials to Repeal Emergency Financial Manager Law

Pontiac, Royal Oak Township, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher March 5, 2023

The bill to repel the act is currently in the Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee.

Six Week Program Provides Financial Education, Potential Money Towards Debt or Home Ownership

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, 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 Publisher March 3, 2023

We are hoping to enroll struggling metro Detroit low-income families to finally help them get control of their finances, improve their credit scores and, eventually, be able to own their own home

BOSS Interview: David Garcia of Affirmations

Berkley, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 26, 2023

“One day I might be talking about something as important as eliminating conversion therapy in Michigan and the next hour I’m up on the roof looking at an HVAC system that’s about to give out,” he said.

Workers with Disabilities Learning Art and Performance with CCS and DSO

Farmington/Farmington Hills, Huntington Woods, Oak Park, Royal Oak Township, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 25, 2023

Craig Nowak, Program Director of Creative Expressions, a multi-disciplinary arts program at Gesher Human Services, said that working in the arts had many benefits.

Oak Park Gets Federal “Connecting Communities” Grant to Reconstruct Walking Bridge Over I-696

Ferndale, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 23, 2023

The current walking bridge is over 40 years old and at end of its useful life.

Following Death of Child, State Reminds Public of Influenza Vaccinations

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Franklin, Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Oak Park, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 23, 2023

This virus can cause severe flu infections in children, as well as in adults.

Closures This Weekend on Both I-696 and I-75

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Lyon Twp / South Lyon, Northville, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 21, 2023

Both I-75 and I-696 have scheduled closures scheduled for this weekend.

Oakland Together: County Executive Announces 40 Under 40

Approximately 175 candidates, born after Dec. 31, 1982, applied for the recognition.

Oakland County Invites Residents to Fill Out Online Community Health Survey

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Slide, Southfield, Springfield Twp/Davisburg, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Uncategorized, Waterford, White Lake Township, WixomBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 20, 2023

The survey asks residents to share their opinions on topics ranging from access to medical care and support services to various health issues within their community.

Michigan Nonprofits Helping those in Need Can Apply for Relief Fund Grants

Addison Twp / Lakeville / Leonard, Auburn Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Groveland Twp., Hazel Park, Highland Twp., Holly, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lake Angelus, Lake Orion/Orion Twp, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Oakland Township, Orchard Lake, Oxford, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Rose Township, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, SouthfieldBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 19, 2023

The relief fund, designed for small nonprofits, is part of a two-part grant program.

County Commission Honors Five Residents for Black History Month

All Stories, Novi, Oak Park, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Slide, Southfield, Troy, WaterfordBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 18, 2023

The award program recognizes Black residents of Oakland County for significant contributions to the community, notable achievements and other accomplishments worthy of honor.

Oakland County Approves Contracts, Announces Likely Transit Expansions Coming this Year

Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Area Communities, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Clawson, Farmington/Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Franklin, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Hts., Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Rochester/Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Royal Oak Township, Slide, Southfield, White Lake TownshipBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and Publisher February 16, 2023

Oakland County residents will see transit services expand later this year now that the Board of Commissioners has approved contracts with four public transportation providers