Oakland County Executive Names Jim Ellison New Chief of Older Adult Services
He will begin the new job as Oakland County Chief of Older Adult Services on Tuesday, Jan. 17.
DTE Announces Time of Day Rates to Encourage Using Electricity in Off-Peak Hours
Simply choose to use energy during the times of day when demand is lower, and you’ll pay a lower rate.
DNR Seeks Public Input on Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan
The DNR Parks and Recreation Division currently manages 103 state parks and recreation areas, totaling more than 300,000 acres across Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsulas.
Oakland County Seeks Nominations for Black Excellence Award
“The diversity of experiences and backgrounds among our residents is part of what makes our community so strong,” Commissioner Yolanda Smith Charles
Michigan Population Declines, But Not As Much as Previous Year
Michigan joined 17 other states in losing population between 2021 and 2022, according to new population estimates released by the Census Bureau.
Reporter’s Quest to Try Every Restaurant in Oakland County Continues into New Year
The column features everything from family diners and local bars, to flavors from around the world, and the some of the most imaginative and delicious restaurants in the area.
Treasurer Shares Tips for Making the Most of Your Money in 2023
Here are a few tips from the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office that will help reduce the financial strain and build toward your future.
Eleven Year Old Brings Loaded 9mm to Pierce Middle School in Waterford
Responding Officers took the eleven year old into custody and retrieved the weapon as evidence.
Oakland County Resources for Those Experiencing Homelessness
Although Oakland County has a strong economy and many resources, there are still residents that are forced to choose between necessities like buying food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.
Jim Shaffer and Associates Announces Snap It and Wrap It Contest
It’s a $2000 Detroit Foundation Stay + Play package, including 2 nights in an upper level room at the hotel, $500 cash for dining and entertainment, AND a $500 gift card to the local shop that has the most entries.
Oakland County to Hire Transit Manager and Planners Following Voter Approval of Transportation Millage
Oakland County has created a Transit Division in its Economic Development Department laying the foundation for improving and expanding transit options throughout the county.
How Oakland and Wayne Compare with Other Million+ Population Counties Across Country
I thought it would be interesting to look at a number of demographic variables and see how Oakland, and Wayne, measure up against their peers.
MML# 4 – Hackers Hitting Clarkston in 2018 Serves as Training Example for Other Cities
Examples of attacks can be found all over the county, and the costs have not been as small as Clarkston.
Data Shows Average Ages, Percentage of Children and Seniors, in Oakland County Communities
Today, December 8, the Census Bureau released its latest round of 5-year American Community Survey (ACS) data for the period 2017-2021
Jim Shaffer and Associates Announces Snap It and Wrap It Contest
It’s a $2000 Detroit Foundation Stay + Play package, including 2 nights in an upper level room at the hotel, $500 cash for dining and entertainment, AND a $500 gift card to the local shop that has the most entries.
Dec 14 – Virtual Planners Gathering to Learn About Oakland County Land Bank Authority
Tune in to learn how the Land Bank will support economic growth through the strategic acquisition and subsequent sale of properties, returning them to the tax rolls in a manner consistent with community-based plans.
Awesome Laptop Deal – With Sales Benefiting Oakland County Times
PLUS $100 contribution to Oakland County Times when you mention coupon code: OCTimes.
The Numbers Behind Oakland County’s Transit Millage Vote
Judging from past votes and the fact that over half of the county’s jurisdictions had voted to opt-out in the past, I was predicting a rather close loss for the measure.
Boy was I wrong!
VIDEO: Sheriff Bouchard Addresses Students About Safety and Threats
With threats disrupting schools across Oakland County, Sheriff Michael Bouchard made a social media video addressing students.
MML#3 – Workshop Spurs Creative Thinking and Co-Worker Connectivity
But can things like coloring, music, and Play-doh sculptures make a difference in City Hall?
“Municipal government is one of the most difficult places to insert creativity,” Dempsey said.