Novi Times

MDHHS ordered Michigan's bars and restaurants to shut down indoor dining until Dec. 20

By James Ledbetter | Dec 15, 2020

Robert Gordon, the director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), has announced orders that the state’s bars and restaurants are to ban indoor dining through at least Sunday, Dec. 20, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Oakland County Officials suggest ways to deal with leftover pumpkins

By James Ledbetter | Nov 6, 2020

There are so many leftover pumpkins after Halloween in Oakland County, according to the Oakland County Blog, some residents may be tempted to throw them in the trash.

Michigan law enforcement says ever-changing orders are confusing

By James Ledbetter | May 29, 2020

In March, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a statewide emergency and a stay-at-home order due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Residents were asked to stay home, except for life-sustaining shopping and essential supplies.

Oakland County keeps its high AAA bond rating

By James Ledbetter | Mar 28, 2020

In a show of its ongoing fiscal strength, Oakland County has kept its AAA bond rating for the 22nd continuous year.