Oakland County Water Resources Commission Hosting Photo Contest With a Water Theme
The winner will be announced on the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner’s Facebook page at 10 a.m. on October 19.
Wheels of Transit Are Turning, with WOTA Adding Cities and Expanding Services
With the recent transit millage that was passed by voters in Oakland County, Western Oakland Transportation Authority (WOTA) has been working hard in expanding their services to other areas
Planned Power Outage on Oct 10 in Commerce Township, Walled Lake, and Wolverine Lake
This outage is necessary so DTE can safely complete some electrical system repairs.
Oct 6 – Gesher Human Services Webinar for Michiganders Struggling with Student Loan Repayments
Gesher Human Services, one of the largest human service agencies in metro Detroit, is offering a free webinar to Michiganders struggling with student loan repayments now that the three-year payment moratorium has ended.
Ballot Issues in Oakland County – Nov 7, 2023 Election
Click on the pictures for info on each proposal.
2023 Candidate Interviews Across Oakland County (with more to come!)
Here is a list of candidates who have videos posted.
As Area Residents Struggle w/Internet Access, Supervisor Promotes Regional Broadband Survey
“In this day and age, being online is a necessity,” she said.
Oakland County Pet Adoption Center Has Reduced Adoption Fees
We are currently at capacity and we need to find loving homes for our shelter dogs and cats
Kraft Singles Cheese Slices Recalled
…six complaints of consumers saying they choked or gagged in connection with the issue.
Oakland County Passes Budget with Transit, Parks, and Health Clinics Among Initiatives
Oakland County’s budget is structurally balanced with no use of the budget surplus for ongoing operations and maintains a fund balance level of well above 30 percent of the county’s general fund…
State Offers Free Well Water Testing
This testing can determine if there have been any water quality changes to your well that could be harmful to those who drink and use that well water.
State Shares Resources for Workers, Small Businesses Impacted by UAW Strike
In recognition of the potential impacts of the UAW strike, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is offering agency resources to assist strike-affected workers and businesses.
4th and 5th Graders Can Enter Water-Themed Calendar Art Contest
This year’s calendar theme “We Can All Help to Keep Oakland County’s Lakes, Rivers, Streams and Watersheds Clean!” encourages…
Transit Expanding in SW Oakland County w/People’s Express Contract
The expanded service will launch in September 2023 and is intended to improve public transportation services in South Lyon, Wixom, Milford Township, Commerce Township, Lyon Township, the Village of Milford and the Village of Wolverine Lake.
Michigan State Parks Advisory Committee Seeking Applicants for Vacancies
Applicants should have experience using the state parks and recreation system and involvement in outdoor recreation and natural resources or related affiliations.
Oakland County Asking Residents and Businesses to Report Storm Damage
Examples may include a flooded basement, home damage from debris or flooded road.
MDHHS Tobacco-Free Report Card Shows Six Oakland County Districts Without Comprehensive Policies
44% of counties in Michigan still have at least one school district without a comprehensive tobacco-free school policy.
Nestle Toll House Cookie Dough Recalled Due to Potential Foreign Material Contamination
For any further support needed, please contact Nestlé USA at (800) 681-1678 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. EST.
Cities and Groups Can Apply for Michigan DNR Tree Planting Grants – Deadline Extended
This year, a total of $100,000 is available in 1-to-1 matching grants of up to $4,000. Apply by Friday, Aug. 18.
Want Texts for Tornado Sirens & Other Emergencies? Sign up for OakAlert
Oakland County’s emergency notification system, OakAlert, empowers residents to be aware of extreme incidents throughout the county, such as…