Troy Times

Published January 8, 2019

DIA’s new Asian Wing immerses visitors in history and culture

DETROIT — Artworks with religious and cultural significance are displayed thoughtfully in the Detroit Institute of Arts’ reinstalled Robert and Katherine Jacobs Asian Wing. From centuries-old pieces to contemporary ones, the wing includes work from China, Korea, India and Southeast Asia, and joins the recently reopened Japanese gallery. There’s also a gallery devoted to Buddhist art from various parts of Asia.

Published January 8, 2019

Local athletes prepare for Michigan Senior Olympics winter games

METRO DETROIT — Former cyclist turned competitive walker Michael Cushnier has been competing in the Michigan Senior Olympics for over 20 years, and he has no plans to slow down.

The Kroger Co. of Michigan and Gleaners Community Food Bank have partnered to hold food drives this month at various Kroger stores across southeastern Michigan.

Published January 4, 2019

Gleaners to hold food drives at Kroger stores

METRO DETROIT — The Kroger Co. of Michigan and Gleaners Community Food Bank have once again teamed up to fight hunger this winter.

Published January 4, 2019

Troy police ask for help to ID mall sex assault suspect

TROY — Police are asking for help in identifying a man they say pressed his body against a store employee and ground his body against her.

Published January 3, 2019

The Friday 5 — Jan. 4-6

Your guide to this weekend's events

Published January 2, 2019

Oakland County crime briefs of the year

OAKLAND COUNTY — Here’s a look back at some of the most interesting and bizarre local crime briefs from 2018.

Published January 2, 2019

Shock at City Hall, redevelopment and a purr-fect police post shape Troy in 2018

TROY — Development gains and pains, criminal charges and a shakeup in the city manager’s office, and a police cat that captured the pulse of the city made headlines in Troy in 2018.

Published January 2, 2019

Robot rings bells for Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign in Troy

TROY — The Salvation Army is always looking for volunteers — even of the nonhuman variety.

Published January 2, 2019

Principal: noose found in Troy school gym was not racially motivated

TROY — Athens High School Principal Lara Dixon assured parents in a letter emailed Dec. 21 that a rope fashioned into a noose found in the boys locker room near the end of the school day Dec. 20 was a cry for help and was not racially motivated.

Published December 28, 2018

Running groups offer events, support

METRO DETROIT — William Hill doesn’t just make small talk. What began as a throwaway conversation for the Farmington resident with his neighbor became a transformative idea that has changed the lives of many people in the Farmington area and beyond.

Published December 28, 2018

Pantone names ‘Living Coral’ 2019 color of the year

METRO DETROIT — Pantone recently announced living coral, a warm salmon hue with a golden undertone, as its 2019 Color of the Year.

Published December 28, 2018

Learning to cook can save money, trim waistlines

METRO DETROIT — Shelly Kemp, the executive director of the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, likes to lend her hand in the kitchen at Mirepoix Cooking School in Holiday Market.

Published December 28, 2018

Realtors report 2018 was a seller’s market

METRO DETROIT — Real estate professionals are saying 2018 strongly leaned toward being a seller’s market in southeast Michigan, but they added that this could begin to shift in 2019.

Published December 27, 2018

New parks and training facilities, roadwork top 2019 wish list

OAKLAND COUNTY — From Pleasant Ridge to Holly, Hazel Park to Farmington Hills, 2018 was a good year for Oakland County, officials said. For many at the helm of the county’s various departments, the new year will be largely about staying the course: keep up the economic growth, the safe communities and impeccable public services.

Published December 21, 2018

Troy library to close for 3 weeks

TROY — You won’t be able to check out books, DVDs or CDs. But you can learn everything you ever wanted to know about your tablet and how to check out Troy library resources electronically from library staff, who will be at the Troy Community Center after the Troy Public Library closes its doors.

Published December 21, 2018

Initial estimate on owl house falls short, fundraising continues

TROY — Although volunteers and supporters met the target amount of $20,000 — the first estimate to construct a permanent structure for five owls who live at the Stage Nature Center — after a second look, it’s not enough.

Published December 21, 2018

Principal: Noose found in Troy school gym was not racially motivated

Athens High School Principal Lara Dixon assured parents in a letter emailed Dec. 21 that a rope fashioned into a noose found in the boys locker room near the end of the school day Dec. 20 was a cry for help and was not racially motivated.

Published December 20, 2018

Troy elementary school staff commended for fast action during fire

TROY — Something didn’t smell right to Martell Elementary School secretary Collett McClellan as she did her work for Principal Michelle Barsh in the front office of the school just before lunch Sept. 21.

Published December 18, 2018

Troy City Council updates ‘Do Not Knock’ registry

TROY — As the “Do Not Knock” registry comes up on its five-year anniversary in April 2019, city staff asked the Troy City Council to review proposed revisions.

Published December 18, 2018

Morse Elementary students and staff step up for wellness

TROY — School days at Morse Elementary School will include sips of healthy smoothies, new balls and jump ropes to play with at recess, and dance breaks during lessons as part of the Building Healthy Communities program.