Oakland County Residents Invited to Take Food Landscape Community Survey
Community partners in Oakland County are conducting a food landscape study & are seeking input via this community survey.
Khadija Walker-Fobbs Making Strides in Housing Across Oakland County
“It’’s not a secret. There’s been so many articles about the housing shortage nationally and in the state.”
Public Tracking of Salamanders, Snakes, and Such Can Help Save Michigan Species
When you happen upon a slithering snake or a happily croaking wood frog, or if you’re a dedicated salamander seeker, tracking your finds in the Michigan Herp Atlas can make a huge difference for Michigan’s amphibian and reptile population.
Advice from “Women Who Thrive”
The Women Who Thrive event not only provided inspiration, but resources as well.
Waterford Township Library Welcomes New Director Julie Schaefer
“I truly believe the library is the hub of each community and it is a valuable resource for every resident and business in the community we serve.”
April Lennox Honored as Teacher of the Year by Waterford Foundation for Public Education
She believes that building relationships and making connections with students is the secret to getting students to learn.
Highlights from Executive Dave Coulter’s State of the County Address
Kicking off the speech, Coulter took time to reflect on wins from the past year and provide updates on other programs that were introduced during the 2023 State of the County Address.
Springfield Township Welcomes New Fire Chief Matt Covey
Former Waterford Fire Chief Matt Covey has accepted the position of Fire Chief in Springfield Township
MML #4 – Officials Learn Lessons of Michigan’s 4,800 Railroad Crossings
There are 4,800 railroad crossings across the state of Michigan, each one inspected and maintained with the care of MDOT’s Office of Rail Safety.
Oakland County Implements P25 Radio System
Oakland County first responders can now directly connect with 2,231 public safety agencies and 126 dispatch centers around the state also operating on MPSCS.
MML#3 – Petitioners Seek to End Property Tax in Michigan, and What That Would Mean for Residents
If the proposal passes, Michigan would be the only state in the nation not to have a property tax.
Waterford Foundation for Public Education Recognizes Outstanding High School Seniors
The Waterford Foundation for Public Education recognizes outstanding graduating high school seniors, 25 each from Waterford Kettering and Mott High Schools through its Select Fifty Program
Attorney General Warns of Scammers Using Online Obituaries
“It is almost beyond belief that there are people who are so unethical that they would exploit another’s loss for profit,” Nessel said.
MML #2 – As Population Declines, State Works on “Growing Michigan Together”
Michigan’s population continues to decline, and the state is working to reverse the trend.
MML #1: Taxing Vapes, Banning Menthol, Licensing Cigarette Retailers and More on the Table in Michigan
Smoking has re-emerged as a hot topic in Lansing as the Senate considers a package of bills related to tobacco regulation.
OC Restaurant Quest – Mexico Lindo in Waterford
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.
Census Estimates Show Continued Population Decline, Out-Migration Partly to Blame
This trend accelerated in 2023 as estimates show 8,944 more residents leaving for other counties in the U.S. than arriving in Oakland.
Save a Life Narcan Trainings Happening Online in 2024
Alliance of Coalitions hosts online Save a Life Narcan training.
Huron Valley State Bank Celebrates Soup-er Bowl Drive Success
Employees and customers could cast their votes by placing cans of soup representing their chosen team into collection baskets stationed at the Milford and Highland branches, as well as the Financial Center.
OC Restaurant Quest – Heroes Bar-BQ & Brew in Waterford
Oakland County Times is on a QUEST to enjoy every local restaurant in Oakland County.