TROY — The U.S. Department of Education announced 356 National Blue Ribbon Schools in the U.S., including Hamilton Elementary School in the Troy School District.

TROY — Students with an interest in different creative media-based projects like photography, podcasting, audio work and videography, among others, may now explore their interests through Troy School District’s Creative Guild.

BERKLEY/FERNDALE/HUNTINGTON WOODS/PLEASANT RIDGE — In the Woodward Talk’s coverage area, voters on Nov. 5 will elect candidates for local, state and federal offices. There is one countywide proposal to decide, and there are two local proposals in Ferndale.

TROY — In November, voters in Troy will decide a Troy School District operating millage renewal.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — In the Shelby-Utica News’ coverage area, voters will select candidates for federal, state, county, judicial and local offices in the Nov. 5 election.

ROYAL OAK — Two muralists have been approved to start painting in the downtown area after the unanimous decision of the City Commission at its Sept. 23 meeting.

ROYAL OAK — High school students who are on governmental boards or committees in the city of Royal Oak are now allowed to have a vote in matters discussed on said boards or committees.

WARREN/CENTER LINE — In the Warren Weekly’s coverage area, voters will select candidates for a list of federal, state, county, local, judicial and school offices on Nov. 5.

CLAWSON — An infrastructure improvement bond will be on the ballot for Clawson residents during the Nov. 5 election.

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — For those interested in the nitty gritty of township planning, the Sept. 25 Macomb Township Board of Trustees was a cornucopia of future development.

STERLING HEIGHTS — In the Sentry’s coverage area, voters will play a role via the Nov. 5 election in determining the future of the U.S. presidency, Congress, the Michigan Legislature, county offices, judges and more. A Sterling Heights millage proposal is also on the ballot.

MOUNT CLEMENS — When Macomb County voters go to the polls in November, they will decide on more than just who holds various seats in the government. Two proposals will give voters the option to potentially reshape the very foundations of county government.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A controversial power line development by International Transmission Company spanning more than 80 acres along 19 Mile Road is on hold for now.

ROSEVILLE — Quick. Who was the lively sitcom character with the curly auburn hair and colorful caftans who couldn’t get any love and affection from her husband Stanley?

FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON PRESS — In the Press coverage area, voters will decide various state, county and local races Nov. 5, along with tax proposals for parks, streets, schools and the library.

ROSEVILLE/EASTPOINTE — October is National Fire Safety Month — with Fire Prevention Week designated as Oct. 6-12 this year — and the Eastpointe and Roseville fire departments are promoting fire safety in different ways.

MADISON HEIGHTS/HAZEL PARK — In the Madison-Park News coverage area, voters will select candidates for a list of federal, state, county, local, judicial and school offices on Nov. 5.

METRO DETROIT — The Facebook page “For the Love of Louie” helps find lost pets and returns them to their families in happy and sometimes sad reunions.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Residents can contact 911 dispatchers in a variety of ways, but there is one thing you should always tell them immediately: your location.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Halloween Fun Fest is back with all the treats you want and no tricks.