2017 Candidate Interviews & Issues (check for updates) Oakland County, MI- The Oakland County Times has a tradition of doing video interviews with candidates for local office. Several communities have local elections on Nov. 7, 2017 and we’re working hard to interview as many local candidates as possible. We do not endorse any candidate and…
Goggle Gobble Give Seeks Volunteers for Thanksgiving Day Nov 23 Detroit, MI – Gobble Gobble Give Seeks Volunteers for Thanksgiving Day Detroit, MI – Goggle Gobble Give is a day to feed homeless people in Detroit on Thanksgiving. Headquartered in Bert’s Warehouse Theater at Eastern Market 2739 Russell Street, Detroit 48207 To help contact GobbleGobbleGiveDetroit@gmail.com…
We Interviewed Over 85 Candidates in Local Races, Here are the Videos Oakland County, MI- The Oakland County Times has a tradition of doing video interviews with candidates for local office. Several communities have local elections on Nov. 7, 2017 and we’ve worked hard to interview as many local candidates as possible. We do not…
Anatomy of a Scene by U of D Mercy Theatre Co. at Ferndale Library Nov. 8 FERNDALE, MI – What happens before, during, and after a Director shouts: “ACTION!”? What goes into the construction of a scene for plays or films? How do the actors, crew, and director make a scripted performance seem so natural…
Coats for the Cold Seeking Donations Oakland County, MI – Oakland County Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard kicked off the 30th year of his annual “Coats for the Cold” Coat Drive with the Oakland County Pet Adoption Center, AMP 98.7 Radio, and Genisys Credit Union at the Clarkston branch of Genisys Credit Union yesterday. Sheriff Bouchard…
Over 6,000 People Pack Oak Park Boo Bash Halloween Night (Cheryl Weiss, Nov. 1, 2017) The Oak Park Boo Bash was the place to be on Halloween, as an estimated 6,500 guests packed the Community Center to enjoy a free evening of fun. The line of costumed kids and parents stretched around the corner…
Oak Park Candidate Interviews 2017 Oak Park, MI -Oakland County Times has invited all local candidates seeking office on the Nov. 7, 2017 ballot to do a video interview. Below are the ones who accepted. Click on the picture to view. In Oak Park Mayor Marian McClellan is the only candidate on the ballot, although…
Ladies Night Out in Downtown Holly Nov. 10 Holly, MI – Wrap yourself in your favorite scarf, bring some friends, and experience all that historic Downtown Holly has to offer. The first 500 ladies wearing a scarf will receive a special bag of swag. Shops will have specials, entertainment and vendors inside stores. Friday, November…
Oakland County African American Parent Network Conference Nov. 11 Join us for our first Oakland County AAPN Collaborative Family Conference! This event is open to all families building a community around student success. Parents and students Invited! We have an exciting line up to share with you … Social Media Secrets: Presented by Rasheda Williams,…
Looking for Halloween Fun? Oakland County Has a Map for That (Oakland County Blog, Oct. 11, 2017) With so many fantastic Halloween events and activities in Oakland County, it can be difficult to keep track. That’s why Oakland County’s award-winning GIS team has developed a custom map to bring you all of Halloween’s fun and…
Suit Depot in Oak Park Collecting Coat Donations for Local Families Oak Park, MI – The Suit Depot is hosting a coat drive to collect clean, gently worn, warm coats at their store, 26150 Greenfield Rd, Oak Park. Area residents are invited to make a difference in our local community by supporting this cause. Donations…
Holly Arts & Crafts Show Nov. 4 The Holly Holiday Art & Craft Show celebrates its 40th anniversary this year and once again heralds the beginning of the holiday shopping season in northwest Oakland County. The event is Saturday, November 4, 2017, 9-4 p.m., at Holly High School, 6161 East Holly Road, in Holly. Admission…
Following 12 Drug Trafficking Indictments, Sheriff Puts Heroin Problem in Context (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 18, 2017) Pontiac, MI – A dozen Oakland County residents have been charged with selling heroin mixed with fentanyl, seven of whom were charged with distribution resulting in death, revealed Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard in a press conference Wednesday…
Historic Pine Grove Home Family Friendly Haunted Mansion Oct. 21 Pontiac, MI – The Haunted Mansion at Pine Grove Join us this Saturday, October 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. This is a family friendly tour of 19th Century funeral customs. Children’s crafts and light refreshments will be served in the Schoolhouse after your tour.…
Oakland County Creates Interactive Halloween Happenings Map (Oakland County Blog, Oct. 11, 2017) With so many fantastic Halloween events and activities in Oakland County, it can be difficult to keep track. That’s why Oakland County’s award-winning GIS team has developed a custom map to bring you all of Halloween’s fun and fright in one easy-to-use…
2017 Candidate Interview: Kiesha Jones for Pontiac Library Board (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 8, 2017) Pontiac, MI – Kiesha Jones is one of ten people running for six seats on the Pontiac Library Board on Nov. 7. Also on the ballot are Aleda J. Brisbon, Vernita L. Duvall, Perry Earl, Jr., Janiece Gage, Mattie…
It’s Not Just About the Suit: Sex Discrimination Case Arguments Heard in Court of Appeals (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 6, 2017) CINCINNATI, OHIO – Justice Helene White of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals questioned attorney Douglas G. Wardlow on Wednesday during his oral argument on behalf of R.G. &. G.R. Harris Funeral Homes who…
Pet Owners Can Help “PawWatch” for Crime in Farmington Hills, Mtg. Oct. 12 On Thursday, October 12 at 6 p.m., the Farmington Hills Police Department’s Crime Prevention Section will host a Paw Watch meeting at Police Headquarters located at 31655 Eleven Mile Road, just west of City Hall. Paw Watch is a crime awareness initiative…
Royal Oak Musicale Program Oct. 17 Featuring Kathy Oliphant and Dan Mihaescu Royal Oak, MI – ROYAL OAK MUSICALE PROGRAM Tuesday, October 17, 2017, 1:00PM at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 814 N. Campbell Road, Royal Oak, MI The monthly programs are FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, and reception follows all programs. Two local…
Low Cost Pet Immunization Clinic in Oak Park Oct. 7 Oak Park, MI -Bring your dog or cat to the Low-Cost Pet Immunization Clinic at Oak Park’s Community Center on October 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All About Animals will be offering very competitively priced immunizations and Oak Park animal licenses are available,…