Healthcare, Building Workforce Among Priorities in Proposed County Budget
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter presented his balanced three-year budget recommendation to the Board of Commissioners Thursday evening.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
The Power Behind Pot Plants: Electric Companies Urge Safety for Home Grows
Maximizing the 72-plant limit for a medical marijuana caregiver’s residential grow operation could result in energy usage equivalent to the average use of 10.75 houses.
Stay Connected & Informed: 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.
Low Income Residents Impacted by Flooding Could Quality for Home Repair Funding
It is available to eligible residents that need help with home repairs necessary to correct unsafe conditions and restore essential services.
Population Gains And Losses: Where People Come From, And Where They Go
In comparing federal tax returns from year to year, IRS can determine who moved and where.
Holly Township’s Sorensen Park Getting Disc Golf Course
The course will meander through the park and the holes will be off the regular trail.
Oakland County Raises Rainbow Flag for Pride Month
Demonstrations of pride, such as flying the rainbow flag, help celebrate LGBTQ+ equality and inclusiveness.
Video: An Inside Look at a Prescribed Burn in Oakland County
With controlled burns the path is slow and steady. There are times when all they need to do is simply stand by observantly as the line of fire creeps along the ground, gracefully consuming…
Anthony Grupido, A Magician to Believe In
That’s what magician and motivational speaker Anthony Grupido said about the profession that’s been his passion since he was a kid. The curiosity began at the age of five when he saw…
Atty. General Warns of Scammers Claiming to be from Amazon
Michiganders should scrutinize calls alerting them to suspicious activity on their Amazon account and avoid giving out personal information if you receive one.
Holly Farmers Market Bigger Than Ever
Positioned in a lovely community park adjacent to the historic Downtown, The Holly Farmers Market provides a nice open space with picturesque views, and sometimes even a train rolling through the background.
Michigan to See Easing of Pandemic-Related Restrictions
As of June 1, capacity limits will lift for outdoor events. Additionally, indoor capacity limits will increase to 50%, allowing indoor social gatherings such as weddings and funerals to move closer to normalcy.
County Partners with Honor Health to Open Affordable Health Care Clinics
“Residents will be able to access a variety of prevention services, healthcare and social service assistance.”
Three Oakland County Orgs. Distributing Rental Assistance Funds
In 2020, Community Housing Network saw a more than 40% increase in requests from those needing assistance to remain housed.
Upcoming Events in Oakland County
Here are upcoming events in Oakland County.
Sundays May 2 to Oct. 17 – Holly Farmers Market
Holly Farmers Market will run every Sunday, 10am – 2pm, from May 2nd to October 17th in beautiful downtown Holly.
Restaurant Rescue Plan Funding Available Soon, Registration Opens April 30
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open.
Election Season Has Begun. Here’s How to Run for Local Office…
Election season has begun as citizens across Oakland County have started gathering signatures to run for local office. Several cities have council and commission races, as well as library board races and possibly ballot proposals.
Michigan Animal Rescue League Hosting Celebrity Pet of the Year Contest
The dog and cat who get the most votes by midnight EDT on May 24th , 2021 are the winners!