'Thou Shalt Not Drill,' Congregants Say: Patch PM

DETROIT, MI – Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Michigan Patch:

‘Thou Shalt Not Drill’: Congregants Oppose Oil Exploration

The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality could decide this week on a drilling permit sought by Jordan Development.

Dad of Boy Isolated in Basement Takes Surprise Plea

In nationally prominent case, dad of boy found in his basement 11 days after he was reported missing avoids jail time with guilty plea.

Glenn Frey, Eagles Guitarist, Dies at 67

Frey had been batting intestinal issues and had surgery in November.

$25K Reward Offered in Clinton Township Slaying

The reward is offered by family members of the couple, who were discovered in their home by a relative.

Obama to See Detroit, Auto Industry Comeback Firsthand

The president will tour Detroit Auto Show, visit neighborhoods and make a stop at the UAW-GM Center for Human Resources.

Also Worth a Read

• Iran Frees Michigan Native in Prisoner Swap
• Vodka, and Lots of It, Returns to Royal Oak
• How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing as Temps Plummet
• Max & Erma’s Closes All But 3 Michigan Restaurants
• The ‘Other Auto Show’ at The Henry Ford Features Classics
• Flint Water Crisis Looms Over State of State Address
• Nonprofit Jobs That Reflect MLK’s Legacy: Patch Jobs
• Man Bitten, Stabbed As Tension Simmers Over Chili: Police
• FBI Agent Shot During Sting Operation in Southfield
• No Raises for Plymouth Township’s Elected Officials
• Rear Ends Boutique Adds Bloomfield Hills Store
• Gazelle Sports is Coming to Birmingham
• Administrators’ Concessions Save Struggling School District $167K
• Baby’s Back on Michigan Beer Bottle

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