Candidate Interview: Gretchen Whitmer for Governor of Michigan
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Candidate Interview: Ryan Kelley for Governor of Michigan
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Candidate Interview: Ralph Rebandt for Governor of Michigan
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2022 Candidate Interviews and Election Information
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Celebrating Successes as Oakland County Times Turns 13
Today we celebrate our 13th birthday!
Accessible Kayak Launch at Independence Oaks Helps Adults Stay Active, Classes Available
Accessible Kayak Launch at Independence Oaks Helps Adults Stay Active, Classes Available (Oakland County Parks and Recreation, May 31, 2022) Clarkston, MI – Whether an experienced kayaker or a novice, there is something for everyone at a series of Active Adult Kayak Clinics this summer. Adults ages 50 and older can learn the basics…
New Estimates Show 49 Oakland County Communities Lost Population Since the Census
The July 1, 2021 estimates have only 11 Oakland County communities gaining population…
Oakland Family Services Celebrates 100 Years
For the last century, Oakland Family Services has helped ensure children have safe and loving homes free from abuse and neglect.
Get Dirty and Make a Difference: ReLeaf Michigan Director Talks About Tree Planting Efforts
The group is based in Ann Arbor, but has planted trees in many local communities, including Oak Park, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Novi, Pontiac, Clarkston, Lake Orion and others.
Places to EXPLORE in Oakland County
Oakland County Times has a growing list of parks, trails, family-friendly destinations and more in our area and beyond.
14 Communities Get Oakland County Parks and Trails Grants
These grants will assist municipalities with planning, preliminary engineering/design and construction costs directly related to local park improvement and trail projects.
VIDEO: Oakland County Expert Chats About Restaurant Inspections
Oakland County Times sought out an expert from the Oakland County Health Division to learn more about restaurant inspections.
VIDEO: County Commissioner Cavell Discusses New Housing Security Efforts
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted two resolutions at Wednesday night’s meeting that are aimed at increasing housing security in Oakland County.
Rep. Carter Introduces Bill to Allow Hybrid Public Meetings
The Michigan Legislature has amended the Open Meetings Act (OMA) multiple times during the COVID-19 pandemic to enable virtual meetings. However, all local governments are once again required to meet in person.
Census Estimates Show Population Losses Across State and Country
Today, March 24, the Census Bureau released the first set of population estimates since last year’s release of the 2020 Census results.
Optimism Fills Coulter’s State of the County Address
In a room full of folks from around Oakland County and from both sides of the aisle, County Executive Dave Coulter gave his annual State of the County Address at M-1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Small Businesses Could Qualify for Inclusive Backing Grants
Applications are being accepted from March 10-24.
Growing MI Business Grants Available for Businesses
This grant is available March 1 through March 31, 2022.
Video: County Treasurer Hoping to Reduce Foreclosure, Shares Resources
March 31 is the deadline to reach out to prevent a foreclosure from happening.
Oakland County Announces 40 Under 40
These individuals exemplify Oakland Together, Coulter’s vision for a community working together to leverage its strengths, address its challenges, and find value in working with regional partners.