Oakland County Reports First Coronavirus Death
“This is a tragic loss and we share our heartfelt condolences with the family,” Oakland County Executive David Coulter said.
Text Updates, Nurse on Call, and Resource Hotline through Oakland County
“For those of us who rely on our phones this is an easy way to receive updates,” Coulter said. “We want our residents to stay current with important information as it becomes available.”
Public Bodies in Michigan May Meet Electronically…
“During this crisis, we must ensure that public officials can do their job to meet the needs of residents, while also ensuring that meetings remain open, accessible and transparent to the public.”
Casinos, Bars, & Theaters Closed, Restaurants Limited to Carry-Out
These restrictions do not apply to the following locations: office buildings, grocery stores, markets, food pantries, pharmacies, drug stores, and providers of medical equipment and supplies, health care facilities, residential care facilities, congregate care facilities, and juvenile justice facilities, warehouse and distribution centers, and industrial and manufacturing facilities.
Here’s How Michigan Small Businesses Can Apply for SBA Coronavirus Relief Loans
Legislation passed earlier this month makes $1 billion available to the SBA to subsidize disaster relief loans to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, and nonprofits.
Restaurants, Gyms, Other Venues Ordered to 50% Occupancy to Prevent Coronavirus Spread
“We know this virus is in our community and social distancing is vital to keep our residents healthy and stop the spread of illness,”
Ongoing Coronavirus Updates ~ Stay Informed, Not Overwhelmed
Our goal is to share resources in a way that helps readers to be educated without being overwhelmed. This page will be updated regularly as the Coronavirus pandemic unfolds.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Social distancing doesn’t necessarily mean staying inside.
Stay Connected: 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.
Beaumont Health Launches Coronavirus Hotline 248-551-7000
Staffed by Beaumont nurses, the hotline is a community resource for timely, accurate information about COVID-19 symptoms and virtual screening for people who are experiencing symptoms.
Mackinac Bridge Authority Suspends Driver Assistance Program Due to Coronavirus
“We feel this is a necessary step to help protect our employees and help slow the spread of this illness.”
Oakland County Executive Declares State of Emergency
“A state of emergency is meant to reassure Oakland County residents that we are leveraging every resource to contain the virus,” Coulter said.
Oakland County Urges People to Use Online Services to Prevent Coronavirus Spread
To view a complete list of services, go to oakgov.com/services.
Coronavirus: Strategies for Individuals, Families, Schools, Groups, etc to Prevent Spread
Everyone has some measure of responsibility to help limit the spread of this disease. Even individuals who are healthy can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to others.
Ferndale Discusses Affordable Housing Priorities
The sticker tallies and the feedback shared are part of a larger look at affordable housing.
Reporter Food: Mike’s Coney Island in Holly
This was a great start to the day.
Voter Turnout in Oakland County – Where Does Your City Stand?
The perennial champ, Huntington Woods, did it once again with a 64.0 percent turnout. In fact, they had 5 of the top 7 performing precincts!
Voters Pass Proposals Across Oakland County, Biden Leads in Michigan
Across Oakland County, over 350,00 voters cast ballots in the March 10, 2020 Primary.
Deputy Shoots through Windshield, Injuring Teen in Pontiac Traffic Stop
The female who was struck by gunfire was taken by ambulance to a local hospital.
Coronavirus Reaches Oakland and Wayne Counties
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Tuesday night that two people in Michigan have tested positive for the Coronavirus