CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Macomb Ballet Company in Shelby Township welcomes families to celebrate the magic of the season as “The Nutcracker” returns Dec. 19-21.

TROY — Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road in Troy, will offer an educational “Victorian Christmas” experience, 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 12, as well both 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and again at 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 13.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of Dec. 12-14.

METRO DETROIT — Maryellen Robbins, 101, was recently recognized as a Rosie the Riveter for her service as a welder at a plant in Detroit during World War II. However, it is a title she doesn’t quite believe is hers.

YPSILANTI — At 101, Delphine Tedeski Klaput can finally say she knows her worth, thanks to the acknowledgement she has received from people over the last few years since she has been recognized and honored for her service as a Rosie the Riveter during World War II.

LATHRUP VILLAGE — The Road Commission for Oakland County gave a presentation on the proposed Southfield Road Improvement Project at the Dec. 1 Lathrup Village City Council study session.

TROY — Children’s Hospital of Michigan is making a multimillion-dollar investment in state-of-the-art technology aimed at helping young athletes.

TROY — At its meeting Nov. 17, the Troy City Council unanimously approved an application for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant, hoping to secure federal funds for city services and facility improvements. 

METRO DETROIT — Toys for Tots kicked off its annual toy drive campaign on Nov. 23 with a celebration honoring the achievements of two local Rosie the Riveters at the American Legion Devereaux Post 141 in Howell, as “Santa is not the only hero in town.” 

SOUTHFIELD — The site plan for a proposed data center was presented to the Southfield City Council at its Dec. 8 committee of the whole meeting, and it will not be voted on until the next formal council meeting on Dec. 15.

TROY — This holiday season, the Ridgedale Players are performing a radio play version of “It’s A Wonderful Life,” with more show dates set for Dec. 12-14 and Dec. 19-21. 

ROCHESTER HILLS – A Detroit man is in critical condition following an early morning shooting on Thanksgiving at a condominium complex in Rochester Hills.

ROCHESTER HILLS — A Rochester Hills doctor who pleaded no contest to multiple sexual assault charges, including sexually molesting and videotaping children, patients and others, is heading to prison.

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Reuther Middle School girls basketball program has quickly established itself as one of the best in the state after a historic two-year run.

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/AUBURN HILLS — Dutton Farm recently launched a new job readiness program at Oakland University’s west campus.

ROCHESTER — Debbie Jones was recently appointed the new mayor of Rochester, a position she will hold for the next year.

GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Grosse Pointe Woods is going to be getting a Tapper’s — but not the kind that sells fine jewelry.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores is welcoming visitors Home for the Holidays this month with the sights, sounds and flavors of the season.

STERLING HEIGHTS — A 45-year-old man is facing charges for allegedly striking a school safety officer and principal with his vehicle in the drop-off lanes of Bemis Jr. High School. On Thursday, Dec.

STERLING HEIGHTS — One person is dead after a crash involving a sedan and a semi-truck that happened late Dec. 6 in Sterling Heights. At 11:45 p.m.