Watch or Listen in! 2017 Oakland County State of the County

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The 2017 Oakland County State of the County will be held Wednesday, February 8th at 7:00 p.m. at the Auburn Hills Marriott PontiacOakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson will be addressing over 600 Oakland County business, community, and political leaders at this invitation-only event. The County Executive will highlight why 2017 will be a big year for Oakland County. From the latest in Emerging Sectors to improvements in public safety, Patterson will outline why Oakland County’s best accomplishments still lie ahead. The winner of the Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2017 will also be revealed during the address.  Continue reading

Oakland County State of the County 2016

Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson delivering the State of the Union speech.

The 2016 Oakland County State of the County will be held Wednesday, February 10th at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at 7p.m. Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson will make a major announcement that will impact area businesses, residents, and those who visit the county. He will also focus on how Oakland County is reinvesting for sustainability because of the county’s deep dive into the knowledge-based economy and balanced multi-year budget. Patterson will also unveil the 2016 Elite 40 Class Winner. Continue reading

Registration Still Open for the Brooksie Way 2015

2015 Brooksie Way Medal

Don’t miss out on The 2015 HealthPlus Brooksie Way! Registration is open for teams and individuals until Thursday, September, 24th, 2015. The Brooksie Way is one of Oakland County’s premier ​quality of life events. The Brooksie Way was named after the late Brooks Stuart Patterson, son of Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson. Patterson began the Brooksie Way races to promote Oakland County and encourage people to become more physically active.

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Welcome to SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium!

Are you ready to come nose to nose with more than 5,000 sea creatures? You’ll get all that and MORE when you visit SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium in Oakland County.

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SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium is a 35,000 square-foot indoor aquarium located in the Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, MI.

Get ready to enjoy these amazing aquatic features:

  • 5000+ sea creatures
  • 150,000 gallons of water
  • 180 degree underwater ocean tunnel
  • Fresh water exhibit that features creatures from Michigan
  • Education talks and feeding shows
  • Digital touchpads at each exhibit
  • Presentation video theater
  • Interactive touch pools
  • Birthday parties
  • School groups
  • Retail store
  • Play area

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