METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of Aug. 15-17.

TROY — During its meeting July 14, the Troy City Council unanimously approved the purchase of an armored rescue vehicle for the Troy Police Department’s Tactical Support Team.

TROY — Community members can look forward to the return of Troy Historic Village’s Old-Time Radio Show Aug. 16-17, this year with a science fiction theme.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of Aug. 8-10.

TROY — During its meeting July 28, the Troy City Council unanimously approved a contract extension with HAAS Alert so that the Troy Fire Department can continue to use the company’s advanced alert system.

TROY — The Oakland County Parks are waiting on the Michigan legislature to approve a $2.17 million grant from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund that will pay for the county’s acquisition of Turtle Woods Nature Preserve.

TROY — The theater group Ridgedale Players has announced its next play.

METRO DETROIT — For those who have been to the farther reaches of the region in the summer, a few odd sights stand out to the keen eye.

METRO DETROIT — David Watson wanted to buy a classic car that represented the year of his birth: 1947. The St. Clair Shores resident looked around but didn’t find one made that year. He got as close as he could, though, by purchasing a striking 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Coupe. He bought the car in 2004.

METRO DETROIT — Whether you’re building a house, remodeling a bathroom or getting your roof repaired, hiring the right contractor makes all the difference.

METRO DETROIT — Retired Warren Consolidated Schools Superintendent Robert Livernois is a history buff, especially when it comes to Detroit landmarks and legends.

DETROIT — The USA Stand Up Paddleboarding National Championships took place in Michigan this year, held July 18-20 at Belle Isle and Wyandotte. Officials said the weekend event was a success for both the community and USA SUP organization.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Bassmaster Magazine released its annual list of the 100 Best Bass Lakes in America and Lake St. Clair was ranked in the top 10 in the country.

METRO DETROIT — Here's a look at five things to do during the weekend of Aug. 1-3.

TROY — At its meeting July 8, the Troy Planning Commission unanimously approved a “street vacation” request, in which the city transfers its interest in a right of way — such as a public street, walkway or alley — to private owners.

TROY — The Troy City Council recently approved multiple contracts related to landscape improvements around Interstate 75 and Big Beaver Road.

ROYAL OAK — On July 14, Aidan Cremarosa and Jake Shelagowski became the seventh and eighth players in Royal Oak Leprechauns history to be selected in the Major League Baseball Draft.

TROY — Arnav Sharma, a sophomore from International Academy East, was among the top winners at a national science fair, presenting research he believes could help patients diagnosed with ALS, a neurodegenerative disease.

TROY — The Troy City Council has approved putting a capital bond proposal on the ballot this fall, which will fund improvements for a slate of city amenities if approved by voters Nov. 4.

TROY — Four students from the Troy area won a combined $3,000 in scholarships to study public safety fields, following in the footsteps of their parents who are also first responders.