Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Oakland County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Oakland County from voting.

Michigan’s Coronavirus Response Stretches Constitution

Constitutional overreach is outlined for the Michigan and other state government's handling of the COVID-19 crisis.

In Michigan, Governor’s COVID-19 Orders Crush Businesses

Gov. Whitmer's executive orders allow businesses to reopen VERY Slooowly. Maybe this will change now that she is no longer running for VP.

Coulter Tops Mesiner In Oakland County Executive Primary

Democrat David Coulter will face Republican Mike Kowall in November.

Michigan Aug. 4 Primary: What's On My Ballot In Oakland County

The fall partisan primary in Michigan is Aug. 4. Here is a breakdown of information for voters as they head out to the polls.

Oakland County Clerk Offers Tips For Election Day

The county is seeing a lot of people requesting absentee ballots, the clerk said.

Oakland County Announces Safety Measures For 2020 Elections

Oakland County officials discussed safety measures for the 2020 elections during a virtual news conference Tuesday.

Oakland County Accepting Entries For Coronavirus Safety Contest

Oakland County is now accepting entries for its ‘Oakland Together’ coronavirus safety video and visual art contest.

Oakland County Launches Program To Help Those Behind On Rent

The program is funding by $5 million from the CARES Act and $3.1 million from block grants.

$1M Fund Created For Oakland County Veterans Hurt By Coronavirus

Those eligible can apply for up to $2,500 in emergency aid for food, housing assistance and some bills.

Oakland County Launches Free Financial Coaching Program

Officials said the program is meant to help those affected during the coronavirus pandemic.

Oakland County Michigan Works! Launches Virtual Workshops

The online workshops replace in-person ones previously available at service centers that closed to visitors because of the pandemic.

Oakland County To Close Waterparks For 2020 Season

The department said Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights and Waterford Oaks Waterpark in Waterford will not be open.

Oakland County Adds $12M For Businesses Impacted By Coronavirus

The county announced it has approved adding $12 million to its small business relief fund to help businesses impacted by the coronavirus.

An Open Letter to the Governor

Thoughts on reopening the economy

Track Oakland County COVID-19 Cases By Zip Code With This Map

New interactive map allows individuals to track the number of COVID-19 cases in Oakland County by Zip Code.

Troy Seeks Election Workers: How To Apply

The city is looking for some election workers. Here's how much the position pays and some other pros.

Vice President Mike Pence To Rally In Troy

The Keep America Great Event is scheduled for Feb. 25.

Clarkston Resident Appointed to OCHN Board of Directors

Oakland County Board of Commissioners appointed Clarkston resident, Patrick Kemp, to serve on Oakland Community Health Network's Board.

Thinning the deer herd

Possible solutions are presented for the regional suburban deer overpopulation problem.

Deer Crossing Signs

​Like a railroad or pedestrian crossing, not a general “Watch out for deer” caution sign

Safety Issue – Troy’s Deer Overpopulation

They may look peaceful, but deer have chased a neighbor and German Shepherd in a nearby schoolyard. Article has proposed solutions.

Overdevelopment in Troy – Apartments and Town Center proposal

Reprinted and modified from December 2017. It is background reading for the upcoming Troy City Council election.

Pause in Dear Deer articles

Election articles coming, Snarky Patch comments from Troy dear deer series.

Troy Neighborhoods & Deer

Fourth article in a series on deer overpopulation and safety.

Troy Nature Center & Deer

History of Troy's Nature Center; Deer Overpopulation in urban areas

Adams Road Deer Crossing

Background reading for a series of articles - see linked article for more.

Bias in the News Media

Article with two examples of media bias and the most common ways their double standard is applied. Also Ted Kennedy’s Russian collusion.

Rep. Howrylak delivers farewell speech on House floor

State Rep. Martin Howrylak delivered his farewell address to the Michigan House of Representatives on Tuesday.

Michigan Senate & Governor’s Races

Information about the 2018 Senate race, voting rationale and an endorsement.

Michigan Ballot Proposal 3 – Motor Voter and more

Analysis of Proposal 3 – Progressives vs. Conservatives. Last in a series.

Ballot Proposals

Analysis of ballot proposals in general and an anti-gerrymandering proposal in Michigan.

Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act part 3

Part 3: More analysis of the November 6, 2018 Michigan Recreational Marijuana ballot proposal.

Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act

Nov 6, 2018 Michigan Recreational Marijuana ballot proposal analysis. Second in a series. Has part of the actual 14 page ballot proposal.

Michigan Recreational Marijuana Proposal

Analysis of Nov. 6, 2018 Michigan Recreational Marijuana ballot proposal. 1st in a series with part of the actual 14 page ballot proposal

Negative Campaigning – Can it Backfire?

Information about a Michigan house race gone negative, discussion of circumstances where it might backfire.

Michigan Senate and Governor’s Races

Information about the 2018 Senate race, voting rationale and an endorsement.

Michigan Senate Race & Congressional Pensions

Information about the 2018 Senate race and the truth about government pensions: can members of Congress really retire with full pay?

Community Mental Health Association of Michigan Call to Action

Contact your Senate and House members expressing your concerns regarding Senate Bill-Section 298 (2)(e)

Rep. Howrylak welcomes local pastor to lead House invocation

State Rep. Martin Howrylak welcomed Pastor Andrew Kim to the state Capitol to give the invocation to the Michigan House of Representatives.