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Saturday, October 24
Early voting begins across Michigan amid Senate campaign blitz
Thursday, October 22
Highland Township fire chief warns of ‘deceptive’ texts ahead of millage vote
Wednesday, October 21
Highland Township Hiring Two Part-Time Activity Center Coordinators
The township is seeking friendly, dependable, and outgoing individuals who enjoy working with seniors, organizing activities and events...
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Tuesday, October 20
Oakland County Times Publisher Crystal Proxmire Reaches 1,000th Candidate Interview Milestone
More than a decade later, the project has grown to include candidates from communities throughout Oakland County and beyond.
Monday, October 19
Highland’s Adopt-a-Garden grows gardens and community pride
Sunday, October 18
Video: OCBA Candidate Forum for Judge of 51st District Court in Waterford
The Oakland County Circuit Court candidate forum took place on June 24. Watch the recording of the forum and learn more about each candidate
Nov. 6 – Gold and Glitz Gala to Support Holly Dickens Festival
The gala offers an opportunity for community members and supporters to come together in celebration of Holly's holiday traditions while...
Saturday, October 17
2026 Candidate Interviews and Ballot Proposals
Candidates interested in doing an interview can reach out to [email protected] for more info.
Thursday, October 15
Halloween and Fall Events Across Oakland County
Halloween is just around the corner, and communities throughout Oakland County have plenty of ways to celebrate!
Rogers on Iran: "We'll Find Out" — With Michigan's Senate Seat on the Line
Wednesday, October 14
Sen. Kennedy rallies for Rogers in Highland Township, addresses tariffs, fuel costs
Tuesday, October 13
Students Across Oakland County Invited to Apply for Student AI Advisory Council
The council will give students a place to talk openly about how artificial intelligence is showing up in their lives, consider the...
Sunday, October 11
Huron Valley State Bank in Highland Hosing Shredding and Electronics Recycling Event Oct. 17
In addition to document shredding, Huron Valley State Bank is partnering with the Detroit Zoo and Eco-Cell to collect small electronics for...
Personalized Brink Fundraiser Supporting Chill at the Mill in Highland Township
The bricks offer a way to celebrate personal connections to Highland while contributing to a community improvement project.
Thursday, October 8
Andy’s Place in Downtown Holly Celebrates Grand Reopening Oct. 10, Four Years After Fire UPDATED
Following the grand reopening, Andy’s Place will begin regular business hours on Wednesday, Oct. 14.
Oakland County man sentenced for shooting death of his 23-year-old fiancée
Highland Township man who murdered girlfriend sentenced to life
Monday, October 5
2026 Candidate Interviews: Oakland Community College OCC Trustee
In the race for Oakland Community College OCC Trustee there are seven people running for two seats
Sunday, October 4
Bestselling Author Michael Finkel to Discuss The Art Thief in Highland Oct. 10
Following the Oct. 10 presentation, Finkel will take part in a book signing, with books available for purchase on site.
Saturday, October 3
Holly, Orion Twp, Ortonville, and Royal Oak Honored with America in Bloom National Awards
The awards were announced during America in Bloom’s annual Symposium & Awards Celebration, held Sept. 24-26 in the Washington, D.C. area.
Oakland County Accepting Submissions for New County Flag Designs
“Flags are powerful symbols and our current flag needs updating to meet proper principles of effective design,” Commissioner Robert Smiley...
Michigan Municipal League Foundation Offering Grants for “Bridge Builder” Projects, Local Groups Can Apply
These microgrants fund collaborative, creative projects that bring people out of their homes and into their communities.
Friday, October 2
2026 Candidate Interview: Donni Steele for State Senate District 23
In the race for State Senator for the 23rd District there is competition in both the Republican and Democratic Primary on Aug. 4.
Thursday, October 1
2026 Candidate Interview: Marian Blocker for Oakland Community College OCC Trustee
In the race for Oakland Community College OCC Trustee there are seven people running for two seats
Tuesday, September 29
Video Interviews with Candidates for Circuit Court Judge: Victoria King and Lisa Marie Neilson
The candidates for this non-partisan position are: Victoria King, and Lisa Marie Neilson.
Monday, September 28
Highland Township fire station temporarily closes due to truck maintenance issues
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