Demystifying the Thanksgiving Turkey: 5 Things You Should Know

Your burning questions about turkey – including how not to burn it – are answered here on Patch.

5 Tech Fails on Your Holiday Shopping List

If the deal on that TV looks too good to be true, it probably is. Digital lifestyle expert Kim Komando gives the low-down on gifts to avoid.

Meijer Reveals 3-Day Black Friday Ad with Sales Starting on Thanksgiving Day

Deals start at 6 a.m. each day and continue while supplies last.

JVS Partners with CARS(TM) for Donations

Donate cars, trucks, motorcycles and more to JVS to support vital community programs in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties.

100 Kids Will Get Forever Families at Michigan Adoption Day 2014

The "Giving Thanks for Families" event on Tuesday, Nov. 25, is now in its 12th year. Adoptions will be finalized in more than 30 counties.

Snowy Day Sale

Stop into Gayle's Chocolates and warm up with some of our premium chocolate!

Where to Find Homegrown Southeast Michigan Turkeys, Plus Thanksgiving Meal Prep Tips

Butterball's Turkey Talk Line is open. If you'd prefer a local farm-raised turkey, we've started a list; add vendors we've missed, please.

Founder of Clawson Pizzeria Convicted in $6.2 Million Tax Fraud Scheme

Happy Asker faces a statutory maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine for conspiracy to defraud the government.

Who Has the Best Black Friday Deals: JC Penney, Macy's, and ... Rite Aid?

These three retailers have the highest average discounts for Black Friday, according to one survey.

Early Winter Jump Starts Ski Season at Southeast Michigan Resorts

Slopes at Mount Brighton, Mount Holly, Alpine Early and Pine Knob get a gift from an early start to winter.

Michigan Education Savings Program's fees drop 17 percent as total assets under management top $4B

Decline will help families build college savings, state Treasury officials say

Terrific Turkey Storytime and Crafts with Cowboy ALEX

45 minutes of stories, puppets, crafts, magic, snacks & turkey fun with Cowboy Alex. Good for kids ages 3 - 8 years old.

Some Road Projects Still in the Works May Affect Clawson Area Commutes

The Road Commission of Oakland County completed four projects since last week, but a few more could cause delays or detours through Nov. 26.

2014 Holiday TV Schedule: When, Where to Watch Holiday Classics in Clawson

Find out when your favorite holiday movies will air on network television in the Detroit metro area this season, from now through Christmas.

Rabbi Killed in Jerusalem Terror Attack Has Deep Ties to Oakland County

Rabbi Michael Cohen of Young Israel of Oak Park said attack brings the conflict in the Middle East “to a very personal level.”

Fall Star Party is Saturday at Wint Nature Center

The program at Wint Nature Center will fulfill some scouting astronomy merit badge requirements.

With Snow in the Forecast, Clawson Commute Could Be Messy Tuesday

With temperatures in the 20s and a wind chill index of around -2, the snow isn't going to go anywhere.

Terrific Turkey Storytime and Crafts with Cowboy ALEX

45 minutes of stories, puppets, crafts, magic, snacks & turkey fun with Cowboy Alex. Good for kids ages 3 - 8 years old.

NCAA: March Madness Will Return to Detroit

Construction started last week on the Detroit Red Wings arena, and it’s already booked a major event.

Attention, Clawson: Deadline Extended for FEMA Flood Assistance

Gov. Rick Snyder asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency for extension to apply for assistance to cover damage from August floods.

Live Penguin Cam: Watch How Detroit Zoo Penguins Spend Their Days

What’s an average day like for a penguin? A Detroit television station’s Penguin Cam gives you a glimpse.

Epiphany glass studio annual holiday open studio.

Epiphany glass studios annual holiday open studio is December 6 & 7, noon to 6pm

ATT Flying High at Detroit DTW Airport, Ranks #1

Independent research firm RootMetrics awards top spot to AT&T in recent airport wireless network performance report.

From Hell to Paradise, Michigan Rules, Seal's Fate Sealed, 'Dead' Man Votes: Michigan News Digest

In case you missed them, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories from the Michigan Patch sites last week.

Michigan Green Beret, 'One of Our Nation's Finest,' Dies in Battle in Afghanistan

The highly decorated soldier received fourth Bronze Star medal and a Meritorious Service Award posthumously.

Big-Box Stores Reveal Black Friday Specials

If you’re already planning what to buy where, these ads will help you develop a strategy.

Michigan Hunters Can Help Fill Food Bank Freezers

The Sportsmen Against Hunger program collected around 30,000 pounds of venison last year.

Troy Community Chorus Holiday Concert

Troy Community Chorus Presents Rejoice and Sing

Couples Appeal 6th Circuit Ruling Upholding Gay Marriage Ban to Supreme Court

With appeals filed days after the 6th Circuit's ruling, U.S. Supreme Court justices could take up the issue of same-sex marriage this term.

Firearm Deer Season Opens Saturday; Get Smartphone App to Check Deer

Michigan DNR announces deer check station locations, new deer check locator for smartphones as firearm season opens.

Job Hunting? Check Out These Just-Posted Positions in the Clawson Area

Bookmark the Patch jobs board page to start your hunt for full-time, part-time, seasonal and temporary jobs.

DIA Directors Dug Into Their Own Pockets to Repay Executive Bonuses

Taking back the bonus pay would have been a "double insult" to the three top executives at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Bill's Supporters Say Splitting Electoral Votes More Fairly Represents Will of People

A bill proposed in the Legislature would allow Michigan to split its electoral voters, as Maine and Nebraska do.

Meet the Artists -- Mount Elliott Park Fun Shop in Detroit

With great artists around Detroit, Mount Elliott Park Fun Shop is giving consumers a chance to meet the artists and purchase their work.

Speak Up 2014: Let Your Voice Be Heard!

Share your perspective on how you use technology for learning in the national Speak Up survey.

2 Oakland Teens Charged in Foiled Murder-for-Hire Plot Face Life in Prison

The mother of one of the teens said her daughter just wanted justice for her boyfriend and baby’s father, who died in her arms last year.

Road Construction May Affect Clawson Area Commutes

Several projects are still in the works in Oakland County, and that may affect how you get from here to there over the next week.

From Hell to Paradise, BuzzFeed Explains Why Michigan is Best U.S. State

Michiganders can always use their hand as a map, one of the reasons you should turn thumbs up to the Mitten State.

Enjoy a Jolly Good Time Tonight and Support Local Kids in Need

Yelp Helps for the Holidays is Tonight from 6-9 p.m. at Leon & Lulu in Clawson

2 Oakland Businesses Team to Pair Michigan Craft Beers, Holiday Menus

Orion Township’s Powers Distributing and the Royal Oak Holiday Market have teamed to provide great beer pairings.