ReLeaf Michigan Seeking Applicants for Community Tree Plantings
Spring is right around the corner, and ReLeaf Michigan is excited to get out and start planting trees!
Ferndale School Board Passes Resolution Against Gun Violence
The anti-gun resolution outlines goals that the Ferndale Board of Education will take to ensure that the district can help to tackle conversations around gun safety.
March 18 – Community Resource Fair at Hazel Park High School
A free resource fair will take place Saturday March 18, 2023 from 9am to 1pm at Hazel Park High School…
County Executive Coulter Touts Values, Shares Updates at State of the County Address
As you can see, our future is bright. Your county is strong. It’s dedicated to reweaving the fabric of our communities through a wonderful mosaic of relationships.
Woodward Construction Between 8 Mile and I-696 Begins March 20
As a reminder, the majority of work will take place from Spring – Fall of this year.
Hazel Park Promise Zone Celebrates Decade of Helping Students Succeed in College
It began in 2012, and was celebrated in style on March 6 with a fundraising gala at Regency Banquet Center in Southfield.
Ferndale School District Considers Facilities as CASA Moves and Kulick Remains Empty
Students in the program come from Berkley, Clawson, Ferndale, Lamphere, Madison, Oak Park and Pontiac Districts.
BOSS Interview: Lena Stevens of Downtown Ferndale
“We’re essentially here to make sure Downtown Ferndale keeps its vibe and keeps growing, keeps thriving, and keeps changing with the times,” Stevens said in a recent interview with Oakland County Times.
New Nonprofit Oakland Thrive Launched to Help Small Businesses
The nonprofit allows greater flexibility, sustainability, and scope when it comes to helping small businesses succeed.
Explore: A Look Inside Michigan’s First Goodwill Bookstore
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…
Madison Heights Gymnastics Looking For New Home After Flood
“It grew from four classes and 35 students in the first session to 20-plus classes averaging 250-plus students a week,” Bessler said.
Marijuana Taxes Are Being Distributed. Here’s How Oakland County Communities Fared
Oakland County had a total of 22 recreational businesses, operating in 7 communities, in FY2022.
First Online Foreclosed Property Auction a Success, Though Prevention Remains Treasurer’s Top Goal
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.
Recycling Equals Cash for the Community, and Other Tips from an Oak Park Commission’s SOCRRA Tour
The materials are received from the 12 SOCRRA communities of Oak Park, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak and Troy.
Six Week Program Provides Financial Education, Potential Money Towards Debt or Home Ownership
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
“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.
County Seeking Mental Health Professional to Serve on Oakland Community Health Network Board
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners is seeking applications from providers of mental health services to fill one vacancy on the Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) Board.
OC Restaurant Quest: Taco Tienda Mexicana in Madison Heights
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County. This long-term project is a labor of love, supported by our friends at White Castle.
Freezing Rain Means Power Outages, Dangerous Roads in SE Michigan
Over 460,000 DTE customers are without power Thursday morning after freezing rain overnight.
Following Death of Child, State Reminds Public of Influenza Vaccinations
This virus can cause severe flu infections in children, as well as in adults.