Oakland County Parks Survey Seeks Input on Sustainability
Share your thoughts in a brief survey by Wednesday, Feb. 18
Ferndale Pride Declines Corewell Health Sponsorship After Decision to Stop Gender Affirming Care for Youth
Multiple organizations, including Equality Michigan, ACLU of Michigan, MiGen, PFLAG Detroit, Transgender Michigan, LGBTDetroit, and Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center issued an open letter to Corewell stating…
OC Restaurant Quest: Leo’s Coney Island
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
OCC Board Accepting Applications to Fill Trustee Position
An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through Dec. 31, 2026
Hazel Park School District Announces Catherine Cost as Interim Superintendent
The Hazel Park School Board has announced the hiring of Catherine Cost as Interim Superintendent after placing current Superintendent Amy Kruppe on paid administrative leave
DNR Shares Do’s and Don’t of Backyard Bird Feeding
In Michigan, you can still feed your backyard birds, but wildlife experts urge you to keep birds safe with some simple steps.
Feb 18 – MDOT Woodward Ave Corridor Plan Open House in Pleasant Ridge
MDOT’s planned in-person and virtual open houses will offer detailed information on collected transportation data, corridor safety reports, previous municipal plans, and the opportunity to provide feedback.
Feb 11 – Oakland Thrive Presentation on the Future of AI
In this next phase, entrepreneurs will learn how to leverage AI not just as a tool, but as a strategic partner in decision-making, forecasting, and innovation.
Hazel Park School Board Votes to Place Superintendent on Paid Administrative Leave
The decision came following a closed session portion of the meeting and no specific reason was given to the public.
Growing on Success in Ferndale, Hazel Park Judge Adds Treatment Court to 43rd District Services
“We want to show the participants how sober living will extend their lives, improve their health, and keep them out of prison.”
Ferndale Council to Consider Providing Free Snow Removal Service to Local Church
Should city employees and equipment be used to provide free snow removal for a local church?
That’s the decision Ferndale City Council members are being asked to make at the Jan. 27 council meeting.
MiGen, Serving Older LGBTQ+ Adults, Hiring for Two Positions
MiGen is growing—and we’re excited to announce two new opportunities to join our team!
Free Contraception Available Across Michigan, Including Oakland County Locations
These resources include over-the-counter oral birth control pills, emergency contraception, condoms and family planning educational information.
MDOT Hosting Public Info Meeting about I-696 Reconstruction Project Feb. 4
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the community to attend a public meeting Feb. 4 to discuss the upcoming final phase of the Restore the Reuther project on I-696
Whitmer Signs Bills on Housing, Child Labor, Road Funding and More
Including this legislation, Governor Whitmer has signed a record 1,443 bipartisan bills into law since taking office.
Data Shows Impact of Immigration on Michigan’s Population
December’s release of state population estimates demonstrated the importance of Immigrants to Michigan’s population growth.
Oakland County Accepting Applications for 40 Under 40
Selected individuals will be invited to special events throughout the year, including the 2026 State of the County address, offering finalists more opportunities to connect and engage.
26 Hour Snow Day Improv Marathon at Go Comedy! Shares Laughs to Support Charities Jan 18-19
The Snow Day Improv Marathon will be happening at the at Go Comedy! Improv Theater at 261 East 9 Mile Road in Ferndale, Michigan.
I-696 Project Bringing Two Year Freeway Closure, Plus Plaza Reconstruction in Oak Park
Starting in the spring, Eastbound I-696 will be closed for approximately two years for reconstruction from Lahser Road to I-75.
IRS Sending Rebate Recovery Credit Checks to Those Who Didn’t Claim in 2021
The payments vary depending on several factors, but the maximum payment is $1,400 per individual.