NOVI — Seniors at Waltonwood facilities in metro Detroit were able to learn about the many different aspects of Dolly Parton’s life as the various locations held a weeklong celebration in honor of the singer’s 79th birthday on Jan. 19.

NOVI — Although the weather outside is well below zero, the Novi Community School District is on “fire” when it comes to music video announcements. In what is apparently becoming a tradition, the school district announced the cancellation of school Jan. 21 and Jan. 22 with the release of “It’s Still Snowing,”a previously unseen music video.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Jan. 24-26.

SOUTHFIELD — This February, a 12,000-square-foot film studio will open its doors in Southfield.

SOUTHFIELD — According to Antonio Cosme, who is the land stewardship manager with the Friends of Rouge Park, “Any maple tree can be tapped.”

TROY — Local teens are helping to explore and celebrate Michigan’s Indian-American community via the “Little India of Michigan Newsletter.”

ROCHESTER HILLS — A Pontiac man with a long criminal history was recently arraigned on felony charges in connection with a series of thefts and home invasions in Rochester Hills.

ROCHESTER — Bear the scar — that was Rochester United hockey head coach Tucker Penning’s message to his team prior to this season.

ROCHESTER HILLS/BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP/AUBURN HILLS — Avondale GATE Magnet School has been recognized among the top schools in Michigan, according to U.S. News & World Report.

TROY — The Troy Historic Village walking group will be taking a break during the winter season as they explore different funding and logistical options in order to continue the group’s activities.

OAKLAND COUNTY — A West Bloomfeld man will head to prison after being convicted of a sexual assault that took place at a local golf club over 20 years ago.

TROY — The Ridgedale Players will be putting on the comedy murder mystery play “Knock ‘Em Dead” from Jan. 17-19, Jan. 24-26, and Jan. 31-Feb. 2.

TROY — With a new year comes renewed aspirations, and addressing the needs of the public library, evaluating capital projects and maintaining quality public safety services are among the goals for officials in the city of Troy in 2025.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — They were the people — mostly women — who spent their lives cooking, cleaning and caring for the children of the elite, but their stories have largely been forgotten. Until now, that is.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A play in which the three main characters die at a young age might sound like a downer, but the director and cast for a new production of “Failure: A Love Story” say the show is surprisingly uplifting and enchanting.

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A new calendar year and new Grosse Pointe Board of Education is bringing with it a new slate of board officers.

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Grosse Pointe Park’s business district on Charlevoix Avenue is expected to get a major makeover in the next couple of years.

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players are combining elements of comedy and romance in their production of “Crossing Delancey.”

OAKLAND COUNTY — For 28 years, CARE House of Oakland County has hosted its annual Circle of Friends Luncheon as a way to raise awareness of the nonprofit’s mission to protect children by preventing, intervening and treating child abuse and neglect.

BIRMINGHAM — Jason Emerine was appointed to the City Commission last November.