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Sen. Webber appeals for consideration of FOIA clarifying legislation

By Pontiac Times | Feb 29, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Michael Webber on Thursday urged the Michigan Senate to take up his bill to clarify what and who is covered under the Freedom of Information Act as a case involving a Rochester Community Schools teacher continues to unfold in court."My bill would expand access to information to meet what the citizens already believe is covered under the current law. Parents have demanded accountability from their schools, and I am listening," said Webber, R-Rochester Hills."No parent should be denied access to what is being taught inside the classroom. We must...

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How did Southern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00023 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,068 voters in Southern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00023 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central E City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00025 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 28, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,115 voters in Central E City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00025 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Oakland County rise or fall in 2021?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Oakland County received $79,253 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Who voted in Central SW City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00018 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 27, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 907 voters in Central SW City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00018 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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State Rep. Donni Steele Commends Oakland University for Free Speech Contest

By Pontiac Times | Feb 27, 2024

State Rep. Donni Steele has commended Oakland University for initiating a civic engagement contest focused on free speech. The contest, which asks students whether freedom of speech is crucial for a healthy democracy, allows entries in various formats such as essays, videos, drawings, poems, or audio recordings.“We live in a time where our freedom of speech is being questioned all too often,” said Steele. “This contest gives our students the opportunity to explore their first amendment right and communicate how essential that liberty is to them. To me, nothing is more...

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Sen. Webber questions MDHHS leaders over concerns for youth psychiatric patients in state’s care

By Pontiac Times | Feb 27, 2024

Sen. Michael Webber raised serious concerns over patient care at Michigan's only psychiatric hospital for minors during a Senate subcommittee meeting focused on department appropriations. Webber emphasized the need for public conversations with MDHHS to ensure the protection and care of children in need, stating, "The concerning testimony that we heard today underscores the need for future public conversations with MDHHS in order to protect and care for the children during a serious time of need."Webber expressed his commitment to advocating for the well-being of young...

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Who voted in Eastern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00028 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 470 voters in Eastern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00028 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Oakland County's districts student body comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Pontiac Times | Feb 25, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Oakland County districts' student body in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northeastern City of Auburn Hills: Precinct Auburn Hills City 00006

By Pontiac Times | Feb 25, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,197 voters in Northeastern City of Auburn Hills: Precinct Auburn Hills City 00006 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Which former Pontiac Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 25, 2024

These former Pontiac Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

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Pontiac Times area weekly mass times

By Pontiac Times | Feb 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Pontiac Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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How did Northeastern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00011 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 24, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,272 voters in Northeastern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00011 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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What was 3rd largest nursing home in Oakland County as of Q4 2023?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 23, 2024

Medilodge of Southfield, the third largest nursing home in Oakland County, aided an average of 141.1 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who voted in Northwestern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00002 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 23, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,808 voters in Northwestern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00002 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SW City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00017

By Pontiac Times | Feb 22, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,065 voters in Central SW City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00017 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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2nd largest nursing home in Oakland County as of Q4 2023

By Pontiac Times | Feb 22, 2024

Pomeroy Living Rochester Skilled Rehabilitation, the second largest nursing home in Oakland County, aided an average of 101.7 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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How much did farmers in Oakland County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Pontiac Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Oakland County received $1,128,990 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Woodward Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center Q4 2023’s largest nursing home in Oakland County

By Pontiac Times | Feb 21, 2024

With an overall rating of two, Woodward Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center was the largest nursing home in Oakland County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Southeastern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00020

By Pontiac Times | Feb 21, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Pontiac Times analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 895 voters in Southeastern City of Rochester Hills: Precinct Rochester Hills City 00020 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.