Troy Times

Published September 25, 2018

Fall offers chance to see leaves in color

METRO DETROIT — Don’t leaf the occasion for fall tree viewing by car off your schedule until it’s too late.

Published September 25, 2018

Medical marijuana question will not be on ballot in Troy

TROY — The ballots for the November election went to the printer Sept. 12 without language to allow commercial medical marijuana growing facilities in Troy.

Published September 25, 2018

Oakland University police to explore how women can play defense

TROY — It’s OK to offend someone when it comes to personal safety.

Published September 25, 2018

Troy City Council tweaks sign ordinance, says no off-site ads

TROY — The Troy City Council unanimously extended a moratorium on issuing sign permits for digital signs for another 30 days, and council members asked the city attorney to toughen up restrictions on off-premises signage before they consider substantial changes to the sign ordinance.

Published September 25, 2018

Colin Wright to examine ‘Living Intentionally’

TROY — Author, blogger and podcaster Colin Wright will share his ideas on intentionality 7-8:30 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Troy Community Center.

Published September 25, 2018

After 90 years, family reflects on poultry farm

TROY — Although the fifth-generation family business hasn’t raised chickens or turkeys on the former farm on Rochester Road, near South Boulevard, since 1969, it still operates with the adage, “If we don’t like it, we don’t sell it.”

Published September 24, 2018

Roadwork remains stalled as union, contractors hold fast in dispute

METRO DETROIT — There’s hope that this week, according to Gov. Rick Snyder’s office, the two sides of the roadwork lockout will sit down to find an agreement that will get workers back on the job to finish projects around the state.

Published September 24, 2018

Looking Back: 1939 tornado twists through Oakland County

OAKLAND COUNTY — June 10, 1939, saw some crazy weather wreak havoc across Oakland County.

Published September 21, 2018

Behind the Wheel: After long career, firetruck finds new home in Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — Doug Thompson, of Royal Oak, has owned a variety of classic vehicles over the years, but out of all of them, he said, nothing beats the fun factor of owning a firetruck.

Published September 18, 2018

New book highlights less heroic tales of Detroit’s creation

METRO DETROIT — "I think we have such a deep history, in Detroit in particular, that can be told better through our missteps than our triumphs,” said local historian Mickey Lyons. “In this case, it’s the history of Detroit as told through bad guy biographies.”

Published September 18, 2018

Fall into a new home this season

METRO DETROIT — While many think that spring is the best time to start shopping for a home, local real estate agents say that better deals can be found in the fall, with less stress.

Published September 18, 2018

Learn to fireproof your home, meet firefighters at open house in Troy

TROY — Take a look inside the fire station in your neighborhood and meet with volunteer firefighters during the Fire Department open house 1-4 p.m. Oct. 7.

Published September 18, 2018

Interior designer to talk at Troy library about trends

TROY — Looking for a total redo of your four walls, or just looking for an easy way to change things up a bit?

Published September 18, 2018

Chamber Music Society of Detroit brings expanded programming to region

METRO DETROIT — The Chamber Music Society of Detroit is celebrating its 75th anniversary this season by expanding its programming to make its acclaimed concerts more easily accessible to the entire region.

Published September 17, 2018

State board confirms ballot language for marijuana legalization

LANSING — On Sept. 6, the State Board of Canvassers approved official ballot language for the recreational marijuana legalization proposal.

Published September 17, 2018

Oakland County board allocates funding for literacy council

OAKLAND COUNTY — Since 1984, the Oakland Literacy Council has been helping adult residents learn basic English language skills they need to thrive personally and in the workforce.

Published September 17, 2018

Humane Society, Oakland County look to empty the shelters, fill the coffers

METRO DETROIT — Animal lovers, mark your calendars for the weekend of Oct. 6-7, when the Oakland County Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center and the Michigan Humane Society will host events in Milford, Pontiac and Detroit to benefit homeless pets.

Published September 17, 2018

Bidder named for I-75 P3 agreement

METRO DETROIT — It took about a year, but the Michigan Department of Transportation finally believes it has found the right private partner to complete — and expedite — the Interstate 75 modernization project.

Published September 14, 2018

Hep A confirmed at Renaissance Festival

METRO DETROIT/HOLLY — The huzzahs were halted briefly last week when the Oakland County Health Division was notified of a confirmed case of hepatitis A at the Michigan Renaissance Festival.

Pictured earlier this summer in a training exercise, U.S. Coast Guard members are traveling to assist with rescue operations from Hurricane Florence.

Published September 13, 2018

Local Coast Guard members travel to assist with Hurricane Florence rescues

The U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Detroit sent help to the eastern seaboard to help with search and rescue operations in the wake of Hurricane Florence, which made landfall Sept. 14.