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Rochester Community School District Education: 10,372 white students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

In Rochester Community School District 69% of students identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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Rep. Steele criticizes cherry-picked special elections

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

Rep. Donni Steele, a Republican representative from Orion Township, has criticized Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer for rushing two special elections to fill vacant seats in the Michigan House. The governor announced her plan to fill the seats last Wednesday, giving prospective candidates a very short window of time to file their intent to run.Steele argues that the timeline set by the governor is a clear example of political manipulation. She believes that voters in these communities deserve a fair and honest process, but instead, the governor has found a way to...

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Rep. Tisdel: Ill-advised energy laws set back electric affordability, reliability

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

State Representative Mark Tisdel expressed his disappointment in the newly signed energy laws in Michigan. These laws, signed by the governor, mandate a shift to less reliable power sources and are predicted to raise electricity costs. Tisdel, a Republican from Rochester Hills, criticized the legislation, stating that it will make electricity unaffordable and unreliable for Michiganders.Tisdel highlighted the impact of the new laws on the state's electricity production. The bills require 100% "clean" electricity production by 2040, which would necessitate costly...

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Rep. Tisdel, colleagues introduce plan to inform parents about school decisions

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

State Representative Mark Tisdel and a group of legislators have introduced a plan aimed at keeping parents informed about important school decisions that could impact their children. The proposed legislation, House Bill 5330, would require public schools to notify parents of any decisions that may have long-term effects on their child's physical or mental health, academics, or future career.According to Rep. Tisdel, involved and informed parents play a crucial role in the well-being and growth of their children. He believes that collaboration between parents and...

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Jack Gohlke, former Pewaukee High School standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies won 65-50 in their NCAA D1 game against the Detroit Mercy Titans on Wednesday, November 29.

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Spire Institute Academy standouts Aundre Polk and Rocket Watts’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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Durango High School standout Tone Hunter’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies won 65-50 in their NCAA D1 game against the Detroit Mercy Titans on Wednesday, November 29.

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On Wednesday, November 29, former Naperville Central High School standout Chris Conway’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies won 65-50 in their NCAA D1 game against the Detroit Mercy Titans on Wednesday, November 29.

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Catholic Central High School standout Cooper Craggs’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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On Wednesday, November 29, former Oxford High School standout Trey Townsend’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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South Kent School standout Osei Price’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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On Wednesday, November 29, Hillcrest High School standout Michael Rogers competed in NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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Pontiac High School standout DQ Cole’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies won 65-50 in their NCAA D1 game against the Detroit Mercy Titans on Wednesday, November 29.

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On Wednesday, November 29, Haslett High School standout Blake Lampman competed in NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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Charlevoix Middle High School standout Evan Solomon’s college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, November 29

By Pontiac Times | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Detroit, Michigan.

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Rep. Steele to host local office hour

By Pontiac Times | Nov 29, 2023

State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, has announced that she will be hosting a local office hour in Auburn Hills. The event will take place on Tuesday, December 5 at Sarah's Coffee from 10 to 11 a.m. The coffee shop is located at 2546 N. Squirrel Road in Auburn Hills.This office hour provides an opportunity for constituents to speak directly with Rep. Steele about any concerns or issues they may have. Unlike a traditional town hall meeting, appointments are not necessary to attend. All are welcome to stop by and engage in a conversation with...

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On Monday, November 27, Charlevoix Middle High School standout Evan Solomon competed in NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 28, 2023

The game took place in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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Aundre Polk and Rocket Watts, former Spire Institute Academy standouts, played on Monday, November 27 in NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 28, 2023

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies won 78-76 in their NCAA D1 game against the Xavier Musketeers on Monday, November 27.

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On Monday, November 27, Pewaukee High School standout Jack Gohlke competed in NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 28, 2023

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies won 78-76 in their NCAA D1 game against the Xavier Musketeers on Monday, November 27.

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On Monday, November 27, former Durango High School standout Tone Hunter’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

By Pontiac Times | Nov 28, 2023

The game took place in Cincinnati, Ohio.