METRO DETROIT — Before putting a house on the market, a little work can go a long way when it comes to attracting buyers.

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.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Nov. 1-3.

OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County typically seems to have a hold on the high school tennis scene, but the schools located in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills and Beverly Hills took it to a whole new level this season.

METRO DETROIT — For those looking to move or for those who have lost someone and are interested in downsizing their possessions, estate sales professionals can provide assistance as individuals and families navigate through these issues.

WARREN — If you asked senior Aggie Broadwell where her teammates’ heads were at before the season, she’d would’ve told you they were already underwater.

WARREN — A mother fatally shot her son then killed herself in what police said was a murder-suicide in the 13000 block of Geoffrey Drive, near 12 Mile and Schoenherr roads, Oct. 20.

WARREN/CENTERLINE — Although many communities are embracing the preprocessing of absentee ballots for the general election, Warren City Clerk Sonja Buffa and Center Line Deputy City Manager and Clerk Janice Pockrandt have opted not to use it.

WARREN — Current District 12 Macomb County Commissioner Michelle Nard and former District 5 Warren City Councilman Eddie Kabacinski are running as write-in candidates for the seat Nard currently holds.

WARREN — Music fans of the 1970s English glam rock scene most likely have a Sweet album in their collection.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — It took them about two minutes, but they did it.

WARREN — Warren Mott High School has endured some fearful moments this school year.

WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS/TROY — As Election Day nears on Nov. 5, residents in the Van Dyke Public Schools and Warren Consolidated Schools districts will be asked to consider bond proposals.

WARREN/DETROIT — Hundreds gathered at Second Ebenezer Church in Detroit Oct. 18 to celebrate the lives of Cedric Antwan Hayden Jr. and DeJuan Kyle Pettis, who were killed when a speeding Warren police SUV crashed into Pettis’ new Dodge Durango.

MACOMB COUNTY — Issuing threats against places of learning is no laughing matter and serious consequences await those who try. Officials warn students and others from attempting such an act.

WARREN — Inspired by his own journey overcoming panic attacks, and wishing to help others do the same, a Warren resident has released a video game with no combat or “game over” screen. It’s a game where players guide a man on a contemplative journey seeking a cure for the darkness that ails him.

METRO DETROIT — A look at five things to do during the weekend of Oct. 25-27

METRO DETROIT — For those who seek to build bonds with animals, getting a pet is one way to go. But not everyone has the time or space to commit to a furry friend for years.

WARREN/STERLING HEIGHTS — As a licensed funeral director, Jeff Mandziuk’s intent is to always treat the departed with the utmost respect and dignity.