Oakland County Times https://oaklandcounty115.com/ Reader supported local journalism Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:03:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 Oakland County Times is on Mid-Election Season Break – Back Soon! https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/12/oakland-county-times-is-on-mid-election-season-break-back-soon/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:03:41 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171336 Oakland County Times is on our mid-election season break. We'll be back Aug. 21. In the meantime please scroll through the site to see stories you may have missed, or check out these special sections...

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]]> Branding the Burbs: A Look at Logo Designs Across Oakland County’s Cities, Townships, and Villages https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/10/branding-the-burbs-a-look-at-logo-designs-across-oakland-countys-cities-townships-and-villages/ Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:33:50 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=170357 With so much change in the air, we've decided to compile the logos for cities, townships, and villages across Oakland County as they stand today. 

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]]> Ferndale Library’s Summer Exhibit Brings Community Together with Art https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/09/ferndale-librarys-summer-exhibit-brings-community-together-with-art/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:09:02 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171147 The exhibit is a collection of works submitted by Ferndale residents around the theme of summertime. 

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]]> Oakland County Restaurant Quest: Aurora Italiana in West Bloomfield and Commerce Twp https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/08/oakland-county-restaurant-quest-aurora-italiana-in-west-bloomfield-and-commerce-twp/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:53:17 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171312 Publisher Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County, and to share that flavorful adventure with you!

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]]> County-Wide School Millage Fails, See How Each City / Township Voted https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/07/county-wide-school-millage-fails-see-how-each-city-township-voted/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:06:08 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171227 The percentages by city and township do give readers a sense of their community's overall stance on the funding proposal.

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]]> 12-Year-Old Seriously Injured in Rochester Hills Electric Motorcycle Crash https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/07/12-year-old-seriously-injured-in-rochester-hills-electric-motorcycle-crash/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:12:03 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171241 “These high-powered electric motorcycles are capable of reaching speeds that can cause catastrophic injuries in a matter of seconds, and they should never be treated as toys,” Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard said.

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]]> Portion of Birmingham Under Boil Water Advisory https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/07/portion-of-birmingham-under-boil-water-advisory/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:30:40 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171237 Once the water sample test results are in compliance with Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (MI EGLE) guidelines, you will be notified that the Precautionary Boil Water Notice has ended

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]]> Five Oakland County Townships Figuring Out Next Steps After Failed Police and Fire Millages https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/06/five-oakland-county-townships-figuring-out-next-steps-after-failed-police-and-fire-millages/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:55:44 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171213 Voters in five Oakland County Townships declined to pass millages for police and fire services, leaving officials to figure out next steps.

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]]> Voter Turnout in Oakland County Communities in Aug. 4, 2026 Primary https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/06/voter-turnout-in-oakland-county-communities-in-aug-4-2026-primary/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:35:11 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171185 Here are the rankings of voter turnout rates in cities and townships.

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]]> Berkley Schools Hiring Multiple Positions – Job Fair Aug. 12 https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/06/berkley-schools-hiring-multiple-positions-job-fair-aug-12/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:51:44 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171222 The District is hiring custodians, child care assistants, latchkey assistants, lunch aides, food service workers, building substitutes and paraeducators.

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]]> Director’s Talk Answers the Question: What Does the Highland DDA Do? https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/06/directors-talk-answers-the-question-what-does-the-highland-dda-do/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:38:52 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171175 Learn more about the Highland DDA at https://www.highlanddda.com/.

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]]> Ortonville Awarded $60,000 GM on Main Street Grant for The Old Mill Historic Gateway Initiative https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/06/ortonville-awarded-60000-gm-on-main-street-grant-for-the-old-mill-historic-gateway-initiative/ Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:44:05 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171200 By closing a nearly 200-foot gap in the pedestrian network, the initiative will transform an existing safety concern into a continuous, predictable, and welcoming route for everyone.

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]]> Arts, Beats, & Eats Announces Music Line Up for Labor Day Weekend Festival https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/05/arts-beats-eats-announces-music-line-up-for-labor-day-weekend-festival/ Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:48:22 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171205 More than 200 performances will happen on 11 stages throughout the Labor Day weekend festival.

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]]> Roadkill Nights Happens Saturday in Pontiac, Road Closures Begin Thursday Night https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/05/roadkill-nights-happens-saturday-in-pontiac-road-closures-begin-thursday-night/ Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:37:24 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171191 General admission for Roadkill Nights is $25 for those ages 13 and up. There is a discounted rate for Pontiac residents, at $20. Children 12 and under are free.

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]]> Aug 4, 2026 Primary Election Results https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/04/ballot-proposal-passes-and-fails-across-oakland-county/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:25:43 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171164 Across Oakland County voters had their say at the ballot box Tuesday. 

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]]> Children’s Author Andy Gutman Seeks More Than Readers, As Kidney Could Save His Life https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/03/childrens-author-andy-gutman-seeks-more-than-readers-as-kidney-could-save-his-life/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 22:09:43 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171116 Anyone willing to be a donor can reach out to the hospital to undergo tests to see if they are a match.

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]]> Oak Park Police Investigating Early Morning Death of Two Teens https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/03/oak-park-police-investigating-early-morning-death-of-two-teens/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:22:52 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171143 Residents are also encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity.

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]]> 250 Years of America Celebrated at Oakland History Center in Pontiac https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/02/250-years-of-america-celebrated-at-oakland-history-center-in-pontiac/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:00:39 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171073 The estate, known as Pine Grove Manor, serves as a museum and gathering space - and the perfect setting for celebrating the nation's history.

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]]> Data Shows Voter Turnout So Far in Oakland County Cities and Townships, In Person Voting Happens Tuesday https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/02/data-shows-voter-turnout-so-far-in-oakland-county-cities-and-townships-in-person-voting-happens-tuesday/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:40:30 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171126 Will these early numbers inspire people to get out and vote Aug. 4?  Check back after the primary to see!

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]]> Birmingham Concert Band Seeking New Members https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/08/02/birmingham-concert-band-seeking-new-members/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:14:55 +0000 https://oaklandcounty115.com/?p=171018 The first rehearsal of the season is Wednesday, Aug 12 and it's a great time for new members to join in.

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