2020 Candidate Interview: Karen McDonald for Oakland Co. Prosecutor
In the Aug. 4 Democratic Primary voters in Oakland County will chose between incumbent Jessica Cooper and challenger Karen McDonald for Oakland County Prosecutor.
Construction and Real Estate Business to Resume, with Safety Measures
The construction industry is entrenched in a culture of safety, and as we return to work, we are developing and implementing new best practices that further emphasize the well-being of our workers and Michigan’s citizens.”
2020 Candidate Interviews ~ Aug. 4 Primary
Each year Oakland County Times gives candidates for any office voted on in Oakland County the opportunity to do a video interview.
Woman Shot Several Times in Ferndale, Police Seek Info, Videos
All available scout cars were dispatched to the area and upon arrival, officers discovered a 19-year-old Ferndale woman who had been shot several times.
Ferndale Adds Licenses for Recreational and Medical Marijuana Sales
At their Monday, April 27 meeting, Ferndale City Council made two decisions regarding marijuana businesses in the City.
Michigan DHHS Sending Free Condoms During COVID-19 Crisis
If you and your partner are staying home together, you can send an e-mail…
Nearly 800 Businesses Benefit from County Small Business Grants
Oakland County Executive David Coulter on Friday, April 24 announced that 797 small businesses in the county were awarded about $2.3 million in grants from the county’s small business stabilization fund.
To Protect Victims from Stalking & Harassment, PPOs in Michigan Extended
“Unfortunately, these victims are particularly vulnerable to stalking and harassment — which is why they sought protection in the first place,” Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said.
Governor Whitmer Extends Stay Home, Stay Safe Order
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed executive order 2020-59, extending her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through May 15.
Ferndale Elks Bond w/ T-Rex Parades, Happy Hour Zooms, & Helping Others
So of course a parade of interesting creatures seemed like a good idea!
Downtown Ferndale Businesses Can Access Free HR…
“With so much information flying around, it can be difficult to cut through the noise.”
Court Order Extends Filing Deadline for Candidates, Reduces…
US District Court Judge Terrence Berg issued a court order that changes the April 21 filing deadline and rules for some candidates
Mike Kowall Announces Candidacy for Oakland County Executive
Mike Kowall, a Republican from White Lake, has filed to run for Oakland County Executive.
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.
Cities Hope for Federal Funds, Adjust to Pivoted Roles, Layoffs…
“We’re used to doing more with less, but there is a limit to that,”
Coronavirus Crisis Complicates Ferndale’s DOT Parking Deck Project
“It’s not a question of if, it’s just when… We will get there.”
Ferndale’s Musical Families Make Neighborhood Memories – at a Distance
The musicians on West Lewiston plan to keep the concerts going through the “stay home, stay safe” order, getting together from a safe distance once a week to jam.
Things to See: A Stroll Through Downtown Ferndale
But there is plenty to be seen, including the Downtown Development Authority’s investment in public art…
Ferndale Library Encourages Patrons To Keep Reading (Digitally) During Closure
Beyond books and databases, Ferndale Library cardholders can also access Mango Languages and select a course on more than 70 languages…
How to Make Cloth Face Masks, and Where to Donate Them in Metro Detroit
“If you can sew a straight line on a home sewing machine, you are good.”