Troy Times

Published April 18, 2019

Patching crew shares unique view of Michigan’s road problem

METRO DETROIT — Michigan roads have been consistently rated among the worst in the country by groups like the American Society of Civil Engineers, which estimated that the average Michigan driver spends about $645 per year in repair costs prompted by damage from poor roads.

Published April 17, 2019

Weekend bridge work on I-75 will close Livernois Road

TROY — Livernois Road is set to close in both directions under Interstate 75 at 10 p.m. April 19 for bridge demolition on the structure that carries northbound traffic. It is slated to reopen at 5 a.m. April 22.

Published April 17, 2019

This spring, you don’t have to leave the dog at home

METRO DETROIT — After the long, dreary days of winter, people may not be the only ones experiencing cabin fever — dogs have been cooped up too. Once the sunshine breaks through and the temperatures start to rise, people may be looking for any excuse to get out and about, taking their four-legged companions along.

Published April 17, 2019

Native plants can be a good starting point for new gardeners

METRO DETROIT — Looking for a way to improve your garden, help native insects and animals, and reduce water runoff while at the same time having a unique talking point? If these choices sound attractive, then planting a native garden might be the right path.

Published April 17, 2019

The Friday 5 — April 19-21

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published April 16, 2019

Seniors get grounded at Community Garden in Troy

TROY — Troy resident and master gardener Craig Smith, whose garden has been featured on the Troy Garden Club Garden Walk, has a lot of shade in his yard.

Published April 16, 2019

Troy budget dials back on roadwork during I-75 project

TROY — The $165.1 million proposed city budget for 2019-20 scales back on road construction projects and ramps up renovations for the library and City Hall, and equipment for firefighters.

Published April 16, 2019

Michigan Notable Books author to speak at Troy Public Library

TROY — Ann Arbor resident and bookstore owner Michael Gustafson will speak at the Troy Public Library at 7 p.m. April 30.

Published April 16, 2019

Troy library Friends Book Shop reopens

TROY — The Friends Book Shop at the Troy Public Library reopened to the public April 6 after being closed for several months.

Bethesda Romanian Pentecostal Church asked for and was denied a 19,167-square-foot addition, which would have abutted homes on Tucker Drive.

Published April 16, 2019

Troy Planning Commission to church: Addition is a no-go

TROY — The fourth time was not the charm for members of a church seeking an addition.

Published April 16, 2019

Great Lakes budget cuts proposed for third straight year

WASHINGTON, D.C. — For the third consecutive year, President Donald Trump’s administration is proposing budget cuts to the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, or GLRI.

Published April 15, 2019

Oakland County Animal Shelter, sheriff team up with Humane Society

OAKLAND COUNTY — Antsy — a young female pit bull/terrier mix — was one of the honored guests as leaders from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and the Michigan Humane Society met at the Oakland County Animal Control and Pet Adoption Center ast week.

Published April 12, 2019

Miller, Levin focus on lake advocacy efforts

MACOMB COUNTY — Two local politicians and advocates for the health of the Great Lakes are planning continued efforts to protect the “Heart of the Great Lakes” — Lake St. Clair.

Published April 10, 2019

The Friday 5 — April 12-14

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published April 10, 2019

Weekend bridgework on I-75 will close Coolidge Highway

TROY — Coolidge Highway is set to close in both directions under Interstate 75 at 10 p.m. April 12 for bridge demolition on the structure that carries northbound traffic. It is slated to reopen at 5 a.m. April 15.