FARMINGTON HILLS — Back in the mid-2000s, expert mechanic Bill Griffin yearned to open his own automotive repair shop.

ROCHESTER — The NHWA was formed in 2009 to maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Emily’s, on Mack, south of Nine Mile Road, has been a neighborhood favorite for over 50 years.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Farmers Market, on Gratiot Avenue in Clinton Township, received a fresh look when it was completely remodeled two years ago. But new and returning customers can always expect to find nothing less than the same great value and fresh selections at this “international marketplace” that has been serving the community since 1982.

ROYAL OAK — Prepare to be enchanted at the Holiday Magic Marketplace, a festive extravaganza set to dazzle the community on Thursday, November 30th, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

SOUTHFIELD — Dedicated Senior Medical Centers are here to revolutionize your experience and provide you with a medical home like no other.

ROCHESTER — For 28 years, Debbie Corey has been a Realtor serving clients throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties.

FERNDALE — The festive spirit is arriving early this year in Downtown Ferndale, as the city hosts its second annual Jingle & Mingle event with fun, shopping and giving on November 18 and 19.

BIRMINGHAM — Hormone replacement therapy can change your life. Just ask Dr. Rona Wadle, whose practice, RenewMyWellness, in Birmingham, has been helping women with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood swings, weight gain, insomnia and fatigue related to menopause.

BIRMINGHAM/NORTHVILLE — Do workouts leave you in pain? Does the grind of an active life wear you down? It’s time to get on the path to whole-body happiness at Restore Hyper Wellness in Birmingham or Northville.

WARREN — Dave and Cindy Kupinski have both found ways to share their expertise and knowledge with the community. The married couple help people, but in different ways.  

WARREN — Quality reigns supreme at Little Dino’s Pizza Express, where every slice is oozing with cheesy goodness at a price that’s sure to please.

LAKE ORION/CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Dr. Tina Marshall and Dr. Marisa Oleski, the owners of these two revolutionary dental offices, have made it their priority to offer their patients an all-around great encounter at the dentist’s office.

SOUTHFIELD — Jeff Brown worked in corporate media for 25 years before deciding to open a private duty home care business.

OAKLAND COUNTY — One common issue we hear about is when someone lives in a home that belonged to a deceased family member, long after their loved one’s death, without any transfer of title.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — For the past 21 years Gina Carriveau has owned The Loop Hair and Nail Salon.

FERNDALE — Olga Pajarillaga is a licensed insurance agent and is the owner of Olga P & Associates, LLC, a small insurance agency in Ferndale, and her mission is to ease the perplexity of insurance decision-making while providing great service. 

KEEGO HARBOR — Jeffrey Telesco, the owner of Telesco Carpet & Floor, has been in the flooring industry for 40-plus years, and his experience makes the process of selecting, buying and scheduling the installation of your carpet, hardwood or luxury vinyl flooring purchase smooth and easy.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/ST. CLAIR SHORES — With over 30 years of experience, Super Laundromat has earned the trust of local residents as a dependable provider for laundry services, dry cleaning, alterations and handling specialty items.

ST. CLAIR SHORES/GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Assumption Cultural Center’s GreekFest is the perfect annual summertime four-day, fun-filled event for the entire family.