Officials address state’s future
Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson and Governor Jennifer Granholm discuss the future of the state in 2010.
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Patterson remains hopeful for Oakland County in 2010
L. Brooks Patterson, Oakland County executive, delivered the State of the County address on Wednesday night. Patterson focused on a positive message for 2010 rather than the downfalls of 2009.
Bouchard announces Construction Jobs Now plan
Candidate offers proposal to create construction jobs.
Governor’s race begins
Candidates compete to secure a spot in November's 2010 Michigan gubernatorial election.
City councils ban medicinal marijuana shops
After a law allowing medicinal marijuana usage in the state, city governments around the state consider bans on marijuana shops.
New law snuffs out smoking
A new law in Michigan stops smokers from lighting up in public establishments beginning May 1.
Less salt for Michigan’s roads this winter
There will be less salt used on Oakland County’s roads this winter, but they’re expected to be as safe as they’ve been in previous years. The Road Commission for Oakland County will use 400 pounds of salt for every mile of two-lane highway. In the past, they used up to 800 pounds. “We really don’t [...]
Government cautions holiday travelers on H1N1
The Michigan Department of Community Health said people need to be more cautious than normal while traveling during this holiday season. There are a few basic steps travelers can take to help stop the spread of the H1N1 virus. “As best as possible, avoid close contact,” said James McCurtis Jr., public information officer for MDCH. [...]
