Karen's School of Dance 2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar

Metro Detroiters Vote in Favor of Marijuana and Human Rights

Check out the top Election Day stories from around southeast Michigan.

ECHO Youth Every Sunday Night!

ECHO Youth Every Sunday Night!

ECHO Youth Every Sunday Night!

8 Desserts You Can Make in Mason Jars

From salads to parfaits, Mason jars are everywhere. Here's how you can pack your favorite desserts into one of these containers.

Local Author Book Fair

Celebrating Local Veterans — Oakland County Group Holding Ceremony to Thank County’s Vets

Dungeness Crab, Lime Jello Molds and Other 'Thanksgiving Food' We Love

Soldiering On

What does Veterans Day 2013 mean to you? Tell us below in the comments or, better, start a blog to help Patch pay tribute to veterans everywhere. Scroll to the bottom to find out how.

Map: Do Veterans Live in High-Earning Areas?

The map below shows a snapshot of the median household income and the percentage of veterans across town.

Can An Abuser Change?

Pet Turtles Could Give You Salmonella, Health Department Warns

The Michigan Department of Community Health reminds residents that owning small turtles as pets is illegal.

10 Tips for Safe Hunting in Michigan

The Michigan DNR provides these tips to make your next hunting trip a responsible one.

7-Eleven Is Giving Away One New Xbox One Entertainment System Every Day through January 2

Over 50 and Behind the Curve for Retirement? It's Catch-Up Time!

Maxing out qualified retirement accounts can allow you to bolster your nest egg for the future.

How to Get Your Side Business Started While Working a Day Job

True job security no longer exists.

‘Flock Off’: Fenton Decorator Featured in First-Ever Charity Decorating Duel

Jon Gerych of Fenton and David McKnight of Farmington Hills are vying for the title of “the Ultimate Flocker!” in Lighthouse of Oakland County’s fundraiser to help more than 800 area families.

Top 10 Companies Hiring This Week

Looking for a job? Several companies are hiring.

5 Ways to Eat Healthier With Less of a Bite to Your Finances

Buying organic can often be costly. Here are some clever ways to eat healthy without pinching pennies.

Financial Sacrifices Worth Making

From family vacations to giving up cable television, some people are willing to make small and large sacrifices to get something greater.

YMCA Girls on the Run 2013 - November 17, 2013

“Blended” Learning High School Promotes Healthy Bodies and Healthy Minds with Cycling Challenge to Benefit Boys & Girls Club

EmploymentGroup Launches “5 in 5” Scholarship Program for Community College Students

Ferndale Residents May be Able to Roll One Up After the Votes Roll In

Ferndale voters will weigh in on a burning question Tuesday: Should it be legal for residents 21 years and older to possess small amounts of marijuana?

Map: Where Do the Most People from Out of State Live?

The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of people originally from another state across your town.

Snack Ideas to Wow the School Crowd

Delicious and healthy snacks your kids will love.

Not so Merry Birthday

Not so Merry Birthday

Michigan Thanks Family Caregivers This Month

The state Office of Services to the Aging is offering up Biggby Coffee coupons for caregivers who sign up on its website.

Fight The Flu With A Strong Immune System

Fight The Flu With A Strong Immune System

Kidpreneur LEGO® Robotics Workshop

Download Your Patch Mobile App: New for Android and iPhone!

The place you call home — and the latest news and happenings you need to know — now in the palm of your hand.

Arthritis

Wayne State Establishes Fund for Murdered Student’s Children

Plus more must-read stories from around southeast Michigan this week.

Map: What Part of Town Has the Biggest Homeowning Families?

The map below shows a snapshot of the average household size for homeowners across town.

Don't Forget to 'Fall Back' for End of Daylight Saving Time

It will be getting dark an hour earlier than we're accustomed to with the end of Eastern Daylight Saving Time.

Indoor Market

Comet ISON Watch: Expert to Speak About Comet Making Perilous Journey Around the Sun

Comet ISON is a "sungrazing" comet, meaning it could disintegrate before it reaches the Earth's atmosphere. But the latest images from the Hubble Space Telescope indicates its still intact.