Teddy Bear Toss to Benefit Bear Hug Detroit

Join Team USA vs Lincoln Stars on Saturday, December 6 at 7:00pm at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan for the Teddy Bear Toss Game to benefit Bear Hug Detroit.  Get in the holiday spirit! Bring new stuffed animals to the Team USA game to toss on the ice when Team USA scores their first goal!  All donations and stuffed animals will benefit Bear Hug Detroit.  PLUS HOLIDAY CRAFTS & SANTA APPEARANCE! Stay and Skate with Team USA after the game.  To purchase tickets,

Simplify Life Solutions, LLC - Bringing Order to Chaos So You Can Focus on Growth

Simplify Life Solutions looks forward to helping you bring clarity and calm to your business or personal money matters. Established in May 2025, Simplify Life Solutions provides help to small businesses, STR (short term rentals), and busy individuals in streamlining their financials through bookkeeping, managing budgets, organizing monthly income and expenses, and creating systems that reduce stress. Simplify Life Solutions brings order to chaos so you can focus on growth.   Owner, Karin Ferrari, holds a

OU president elected chair of the Board of Directors for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities

Oakland University President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, was elected chair of the Board of Directors at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) during their annual conference in Nashville.   “Ora Pescovitz’s tenure at Oakland University is an impressive illustration of what can be accomplished when a leader is passionate about the success and well-being of their students, their institution and their community,” said Charles L. Welch, AASCU’s president and CEO. “I know she will bring

Sugar, Spirit & Community Support: Twin Lakes Golf Club Announces the Return of its Gingerbread House Challenge

Sugar, Spirit & Community Support: Twin Lakes Golf Club Announces the Return of Its Gingerbread House ChallengeOakland Township, MI — Twin Lakes Golf Club is excited to announce the return of its beloved Gingerbread House Challenge on December 6, 2025. Now in its third year, the event has quickly become one of Oakland County’s favorite holiday traditions. Families are invited to build imaginative gingerbread creations, enjoy local maker pop-ups, and celebrate the joy of giving—all guided by Executive Chef

OU adopts Okanagan Charter, reaffirms commitment to health and wellbeing

At a recent event dedicated to “embracing health” and “igniting change” Oakland University President Ora Hirsch Pescovitz formally adopted the Okanagan Charter, reaffirming the university’s commitment to promoting health and wellness across campus and in surrounding communities. “We’re so proud to lead by example and adopt the Okanagan Charter,” said Pescovitz. “By doing so, we are reaffirming our commitment to care for one another, nurture a campus where all can flourish and build a future rooted in

Civil rights advocate Bakari Sellers to keynote OU’s 2026 Keeper of the Dream Celebration

Attorney, author and civil rights advocate Bakari Sellers will be the keynote speaker at Oakland University’s 2026 Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Awards Celebration. Attorney, author and civil rights advocate Bakari Sellers will be the keynote speaker at Oakland University’s 34th annual Keeper of the Dream Scholarship Awards Celebration.  A two-time New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur and political commentator, Sellers forged his path early on, graduating from Morehouse College at age 16 and

Rochester Rotary Club Annual Poinsettia Sale

Brighten the Holidays! Uplift a Community! As the season of giving approaches, join the Rochester Rotary Club in making a difference - one poinsettia at a time.  Our Annual Poinsettia Fundraiser is more than just beautiful plants. Every bloom helps fund scholarships, youth programs, and local service projects that strengthen the Rochester community and beyond. Locally grown poinsettiasPerfect for homes, offices, or gifts100% of proceeds support charitable effortsHere's how you can help:Order Deadline:

OU awarded national designation for excellence in cyber research

Oakland University has been officially designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (NCAE-R) by the National Security Agency.   The designation is awarded to Department of Defense schools, Ph.D.-producing military academies and regionally accredited, degree-granting four-year institutions that meet specific research activity standards as determined by the Carnegie Foundation Basic Classification system. In addition to research classification,  the NCAE-R designation includes

Compass Self Storage Rochester Hills Accepts Donations for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Welcome O'Brien Dental Center

O'Brien Dental Center welcomes the community to visit their newly opened office. Dr. Ashley O'Brien opened O'Brien Dental Center in August 2025 after working in private practice in Lake Orion for over three years. It was there that Dr. O'Brien gained clinical experience and utmost confidence in dentistry leading her to open her own practice and plant roots in Rochester Hills. O'Brien Dental Center offers same day CREC Crown Technology, Digital X-Rays and Intraoral Scans, 3D XRays with their CBCT machine,

Neighborhood House Stands Ready to Support Local Families During Uncertain Times

Rochester Hills, MI – October 29, 2025 – As our community faces increasing uncertainty, Neighborhood House wants local families to know: we’re here to help. Serving residents of Rochester, Rochester Hills, Auburn Hills, Oakland Township and Addison Township, Neighborhood House has been a trusted partner for neighbors navigating challenging times for more than 50 years. The organization offers critical support with food, clothing, and essential resources to help families regain stability.  “Our mission

OU's International Business Honor Society chapter receives 'Highest Honors' for second year in a row

The School of Business Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) chapter has earned the “Highest Honors” status for the 2024-2025 academic year, the highest level of recognition that a chapter can earn as part of the Chapter Honor Roll Program.  BGS is the International Business Honor Society recognizing top-performing students from around the world in business schools accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Membership is exclusively offered to top-performing students of

How Small Businesses Can Thrive Amid Shifting Marketing Currents

In the age of digital saturation, the deck often feels stacked against small businesses. National chains have ad budgets that could bankroll a midsize town, while algorithms seem to tilt toward those who pay to play. But the landscape isn’t just shifting—it’s fracturing. That rupture offers something that hasn’t been this accessible in years: the chance for smaller players to take ground by responding quickly, thinking creatively, and speaking in voices people actually want to hear. The edge comes not

Downtown Rochester's Holiday Window Contest

  Downtown Rochester Kicks off the Holiday Season with the Annual Holiday Window Contest   ROCHESTER, Mich. – October 14, 2025 - Downtown Rochester is ready to shine bright this holiday season as nearly 20 local businesses participate in the highly anticipated Holiday Window Contest. This year’s theme, “Traditional Christmas”, invites businesses to celebrate the timeless charm of the season by transforming their windows with classic holiday décor, twinkling lights, and festive cheer.   From November

Family Friendly Evening of Live Music at Wildwood Amphitheater with Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck

Family Friendly Evening of Live Music at Wildwood Amphitheater with Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck Serving up Your Favorite Caffeinated and Decaffeinated Beverages!This fun, family friendly evening takes place on Saturday, June 7th at Wildwood Amphitheater located at 2700 Jocelyn Court, Orion Township.Doors Open at 5pm | Rain or ShineKids 12 & Under: Free with AdultFree ParkingScan the QR Code in the flyer below to purchase tickets! Don’t miss this one!  

Rochester-Avon Historical Society President Joins Michigan Historic Preservation Network Board

Tiffany Dziurman, president of the Rochester-Avon Historical Society, has been elected to the board of directors of the Michigan Historic Preservation Network (MHPN). The announcement came during the MHPN’s annual meeting and conference held on May 9 in Kalamazoo, MI. Founded in 1981, MHPN is the largest membership organization in the state committed to recognizing and supporting Michigan’s cultural and architectural legacy. Their efforts span historic buildings, landmarks, and the stories that bring the