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Politics & Government

Week in Review: School Awards, Community Luncheon, Lent, Primary and More

Here's what's been happening in and around Oakland Township in the past week.

Brittney Popa, Neighbor
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A lot happened in and around Oakland Township this week and we want to make sure you didn't miss a thing, so here some of the highlights from the past week to catch you up:

  • School news: We featured an essay that was created by an Eagle Creek Academy student that . Also this week, and we told you  is one of 13 Class A winners of the MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Award.
  • Local government: State Rep. Tom  Monday for office hours at Township Hall. Local leaders, including Oakland Township Manager Jim Creech, that homes are being built, jobs are being created and university graduates are sticking around.
  • Presidential primary: With the primary election coming up Tuesday, we focused some of our attention on the candidates. A survey found , we reported that and on Tuesday candidate .
  • Lent: The Lenten season began last week and . What did you give up for Lent? To participate in our poll, click .
  • Group we featured: If you are looking for a fun group in which to get involved, check out .

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