Are Huron Valley Schools in Session Thursday?

The National Weather Service forecasts a high of 3 degrees Thursday, but says it will feel more like 25 degrees below zero.

Local Award Winning Author, Sandy Richards, to Speak on Grief Recovery and Independent Publishing at the W. Bloomfield Main Library on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 7:00pm

Local author, Sandy Richards, offers hope to those who have struggled with loss by sharing her insight and book, A Far Cry...From Home.

Thrillist Has Fighting Words About White Lake

Remember, these are Thrillist’s fighting words about Detroit’s suburbs, not Patch’s. Tell us whether the dig's a cheap shot or spot on.

Baker College of Flint Annual Car, Motorcycle Show to be May 17

The Baker College of Flint Car and Motorcycle Show is set for Sunday, May 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1717 S. Dort Highway, Flint.

When Does Arctic Air Hit? Hour-By-Hour Forecast

Frostbite can occur in 30 minutes are less. Here’s what to do if you’ve got frostbite and – better – how to avoid it.

Michigan National Guard Soldier Receives Meritorious Service Medal

Maj. Rodger Jackson of Macomb County honored for service as command surgeon.

DNR Releases Important Ice Fishing Dates

In the clutches of Arctic blast, it may not feel like spring is approaching, but it’s almost time to remove ice shanties.

Hour by Hour Weather: Hazardous Ice and Snow Storms Across the State

Weekend cold breaks records, more hazardous weather to come this week.

NEED MORE ACTORS MORE THE PRODUCTION OF AMERICAN IDIOT

WE NEED MORE PERFORMERS FOR OUR PRODUCTION OF "GREEN DAY'S AMERICAN IDIOT "

Job Hunting? Patch's BIG LIST Has Hundreds of Jobs In White Lake-Highland Area

If you’re looking, or know someone who is, Patch lists hundreds of skilled and professional jobs in the Detroit metro area and Ann Arbor.

Michigan Could Become Presidential Battleground State in 2016

State Democratic chair says stinging losses in the midterms an indication Democrats “cannot just be the party that hates on Republicans.”

Elephant Who Changed Zoo Ethics Dies; Seriously Cute and Stylish Yorkie, Automotive News; How Facebook Helped Boy Stand Up to Bullies: Patch Picks, Feb. 8-14

Man allegedly pulls out cocaine with bail money; woman accused of stealing from Scouts seeks crowd-funding help; "bad Samaritan" reported.

'Great Michigan UFO Chase' Gets an After Life on Science Channel

Some longtime southeast Michigan residents may recall the frenzy of a full-on UFO alert 50 years ago.

Valentine's Day Ranking Puts Detroit Dead Last

Why stay home when you could be pitching woo in Wichita, KS, or Omaha, NE, or – say it phonetically – Plain-O’-Texas?

Hour-By-Hour Forecast, Plus What Wicked Weather Means If You Plan to Prance Around Detroit Nearly Naked

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has canceled some of its weekend events because of dangerously cold wind chills.

Romance Is Dead - and Alive, You Devil - In Some Unexpected Places

A smartphone app keeps track of what you’re eating and drinking – and whether you’re working off calories with Valentine’s Day romance.

OLHSA seeks to improve wellness of residents in local communities through program offerings

Keeping New Year's resolutions made easier for low-income households.

Wanda - Former Detroit Zoo Elephant Who Changed Ethics of Captivity - Dies

The Detroit Zoo was the first zoo in the country to decide solely on ethical grounds to no longer keep elephants. Others followed suit.

Accused in $6,000 Cub Scouts Embezzlement, Mom Seeks Cash on GoFundMe

A Cub Scout leader charged with embezzlement for allegedly stealing camp fund enraged parents more with crowdfunding appeal.

Watch What Happens When Valentine's and April Fool's Days Collide

A fast new 2015 Mustang and a beautiful woman behind the wheel: Watch what happens when the motor revs.

3 Sure-Fire Ways to Kill Romance of Valentine's Day Elopement

A southeast Michigan attorney reminds lovers that, unlike children, spur-of-the-moment marriages may not be forever.

Fish for Free this Weekend, But Watch What You Use for Bait

Michiganders know winter isn’t for the weak spirited. The DNR’S Winter Free Fishing Weekend offers many chances to prove it.

What's the Cost of Love? $19.6 Billion

Saturday holiday and lower fuel costs mean Americans – and especially single Americans – expect to spend more for Valentine’s Day this year.

Mystery Surrounds Death of 50,000 Turkeys

Investigators know what killed turkeys – tainted grease intended for industrial purposes – but are baffled by how it ended up in feed.

New Drilling Rules Fall Short of Fracking Ban

The state DEQ’s new rules don’t do anything to protect people living in densely populated residential areas, activists protest.

How Facebook Helped Boy Stand Up to Bullies

Something unexpected happened when a 7-year-old came home from school wiping tears from the glasses he’d been excited about days before.

See's Candies Recalls Popular Valentine's Day Classic Red Hearts

All of the 8-ounce Classic Red Hearts were recalled by the San Francisco-based confectionaire.

Measles In Michigan: Vaccination Waivers by County

Statewide, 5.9 percent of new kindergartners received immunization waivers. In one southeast Michigan county, 1 in 10 wasn't vaccinated.

Big Change Ahead in Weather for the White Lake-Highland Area

Colder temperatures, several chances for snow in the seven-day forecast.

Best of January on Michigan Patch: Idle Your Car - Or Not; Eminem and Community Rally Around Dying Teen; Pythons and Mountain Lions; and Surprise, You're a Dad

Measles are back, mom and murder defendant tells judge she misplaced her newborn, and a teen got an eye-popping surprise on new smartphone.

America Fell In Love with 'Walking Man' James Robertson, Startup Helps Men with Embarrassing Problem, Funeral for Mummified Woman, Death Penalty Talk: Michigan News Digest

Also, Oakland County eyes $75 million tax cut while Wayne County struggles to stay afloat financially.

You Not Just Be Sad, You May Have S.A.D.

Are you feeling down? You may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.), a type of depression that occurs during winter from lack of sun.

9 Hot Diggity Dog Jobs for People Who Have a Way with Animals: Metro Detroit

Also, if you can pull a rabbit out of your hat, a frazzled party host in metro Detroit urgently needs a magician for a children’s party.

Bad News for Tax Filers Using TurboTax

An "increase in suspicious filings" caused Intuit to turn off capability to file state income tax returns using TurboTax software.

Find Summer Fun for Kids at Metro Parent's Camp Expo 2015

Families can explore 40 fantastic camps, classes and enrichment experiences.

Death Penalty for Cop Killers? Michigan Patch Poll

Lawmaker wants the death penalty reinstated as a sentencing option in the murders of police and correctional officers. What do you think?

Michigan's Teacher of the Year, Author of Bullying Book, Leads Elite 40 Under 40

Finalists in online voting also include Mitten Crate founder and a former collegiate athlte who proved his physicians wrong.

Patterson Proposes Huge Oakland County Tax Cut

In his annual State of the County address, L. Brooks Patterson says plan will save Oakland County taxpayers $75 million over 10 years.

Area Business Startup Addresses Men's Embarrassing Problem

You know that not-so-fresh, pitted out look that shames you at business meetings and social soirées? There’s a shirt for that.

Tired of Cat Videos? Penguins Adjust to Detroit Zoo: Watch

The new $29.5 million Polk Penguin Conservation Center is still under construction, but three of its new inhabitants are settling in.