TROY — New opportunities for those with developmental disabilities are available thanks to a Troy organization that celebrated a new groundbreaking program with a ribbon cutting Nov. 15.

METRO DETROIT — It’s no secret that the public is hurting more than before when they head to the grocery store. However, food banks, food pantries and soup kitchens are reporting that this is affecting vulnerable members of the community even more.

TROY — On Nov. 15, the Samaritas nonprofit organization gave away Thanksgiving meals to more than 100 of the refugee families they are devoted to helping.

TROY — Troy will once again host the annual Mighty Gobbler 5K/1M Run on Thanksgiving morning.

TROY — The voters of Troy have cast their ballots, and the results are in for one heavily contested race and one uncontested.

MOUNT CLEMENS — The Mount Clemens Farmers Market is inviting the public to join them for the final farmer’s market Saturday of the year.

SOUTHFIELD — Those responsible for caring for a loved one with a condition like dementia are invited to enjoy a relaxing event to hopefully lighten their load.

METRO DETROIT — On Nov. 15, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II announced that Michigan has surpassed its Caring for MI Future goal of opening 1,000 new child care programs a year earlier than expected by opening 1,089 child care programs since May 2022. 

OAKLAND COUNTY — Overhead sign installation the weekend of Nov. 17-Nov. 19 will require closing lanes and ramps on I-96 in the Milford area as work continues on the I-96 Flex Route project in Oakland County.

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Treasury is marking the 8th anniversary of the signing into law of the MiABLE Act to encourage the public to discover more about the potential benefits of the program.

ROCHESTER HILLS — The Village of Rochester Hills, is welcoming the community to join them for its annual Light the Village holiday celebration.

METRO DETROIT — To capitalize on Michigan’s record-setting recycling momentum, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer encouraged state residents to join in recognizing America Recycles Day on Wednesday, Nov. 15.

METRO DETROIT — According to statistics released by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources on Nov. 13, hunting license sales are generally holding steady in 2023 compared with recent years — even increasing among some demographics.

DETROIT — On Nov. 9, Bank of America celebrated its annual Day of Giving, as employees teamed up with community partners to volunteer at organizations helping to advance economic mobility and racial equality in Detroit.

LANSING — The Michigan Senate is considering three measures that supporters say would facilitate prosecutions of human traffickers and better protect their victims throughout the legal process.