Coulter Highlights Affordability Initiatives and Bipartisan Results in State of the County Speech

Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter delivered his annual State of the County address Thursday night at Oakland University’s Oakland Center, highlighting the county’s affordability initiatives, new Oakland Connects services and bipartisan approach to governing.

03/05/2026 7:00 PM

Oakland County Tech Collaboration Adds 25 New Companies, Announces Industry Education Events

Registration is open for three upcoming OC Tech Collaboration events.

02/19/2026 10:43 AM

Oakland County Businesses Secure $1.8 Million in State Training Grants to train more than 2,700 Workers

Funding will support training for nearly 2,300 current and new employees across 34 Oakland County companies.

01/26/2026 1:05 PM

Oakland County Launches Expanded Registered Apprenticeship Guide Highlighting 72 Career Pathways

The guide highlights high-demand career pathways with strong wages.

12/22/2025 10:30 AM

Reliable Rides: Connecting Workers to Jobs Playbook

New playbook helps Michigan employers further tackle transportation barriers to strengthen retention and productivity.

12/18/2025 4:32 PM

Local Gems Sweepstakes Generates More Than 1,000 Entries, Spotlighting Hundreds of Oakland County Small Businesses

More than 1,000 residents submitted Local Gems nominations representing 675-plus small businesses across 46 Oakland County communities.

12/17/2025 4:43 PM

9,200 Students Explore High-Demand Careers at MiCareerQuest Southeast, Celebrating its Fifth Year

11/13/2025 11:48 AM

Oakland County Michigan Works! Partnering with General Motors to Host Skilled Trades Job Fair for GM Orion Assembly

The job fair takes place Thursday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 4 at the MSU Management Education Center in Troy.

10/01/2025 10:29 AM

Oakland County Manufacturing Day Introduces High School Students to Rewarding Career Opportunities Amid Skilled Worker Shortage

Since 2015, more than 11,000 students have participated in Oakland County Manufacturing Day, with nearly 150 employers hosting tours.

09/30/2025 12:14 PM

Oakland County Unanimously Adopts Balanced Three-Year Budget with Investments in Health, Safety, Housing and Workforce

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $1.17 billion budget for FY 2026, safeguarding the county’s AAA bond rating and healthy reserves.

09/18/2025 5:24 PM