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.

TROY — State Rep. Sharon MacDonell, D-Troy, presented a new automated external defibrillator to Troy High School Oct. 10, courtesy of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin, in association with the NFL.

TROY — The Senior Dining Room in the Troy Community Center has recently been revamped into the Troy Senior Center.

TROY — The Ridgedale Players’ upcoming production of “Fun Home” explores the coming-out experience and family relationships of cartoonist and author Alison Bechdel.

TROY — Since opening in 2014, the Troy Transit Center has served thousands of riders not only through Amtrak trips but also through its bus and taxi access.

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.

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

TROY — Troy Police Chief Frank Nastasi will temporarily serve as the Troy city manager while city officials are still considering applicants.

TROY — Christopher F. Carpenter, M.D., who was appointed as the third Stephan Sharf dean of Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, was inspired to pursue medicine after his younger brother was experiencing issues with a genetic condition.

TROY — Troy community members can enjoy more access to the Troy Public Library’s catalog, as well as on-site library card registration and outdoor programming, through the library’s new bookmobile.

TROY — Katharine Mitropoulos, an author and the founder of Set Sail Press LLC, hosted a book launch event for her second book, “Let’s Work Smarter,” Sept. 21.

TROY — An organization founded in 1890 met in Troy recently for its 124th anniversary.

TROY — The site that previously housed the international headquarters of Kmart Corp. could see multiple land uses in addition to the initial plans for University of Michigan Health’s potential medical facility.

TROY — The Troy Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of Fire and Flannel at the Troy Historic Village Sept. 19.