Crossing Guard Hit, Peacock Moves in and More News This Week

We shared a lot of good information this week and want to make sure you didn't miss a thing, so here are some highlights.

• Vehicle Hits Crossing Guard Outside Anderson Middle School: The man was hospitalized with non-life threatening injures after the incident Friday morning, according to the Berkley Public Safety Department.
• : Sip and savor your way around Oakland County's eateries with Patch.
• Huntington Woods City Commissioner Reflects on 2012: "I look forward to 2013 with optimism," says Jules Olsman, as he looks back at the city's highs and lows from the past year.
• Your Flu Questions Answered: Find out how the Berkley School District has been impacted and get the scoop on symptoms, where to find more information, where to get vaccinated and ways to stay healthy.
• Gretel the Peacock Adopts Berkley Family: The wayward bird – actually called a peahen because she's female – showed up Christmas Eve on Columbia and has made a new home for herself with the delighted Mlutkowski family.

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• : Modern Woodmen, one of the country’s largest fraternal financial service organizations, donates $2,500 in matching funds to the school district's music program.
• Rep. Sander Levin Kicks Off Student Inaugural Address Competition: Students in Michigan's 9th congressional district, including Berkley and Huntington Woods, can submit a video explaining their vision for the country's future.
• Hackers Hit Fifth Third Bank Website: The bank, which has a Berkley branch, tells customers their accounts are secure.
• New Michigan Law Prohibits Teens From Using a Cell Phone While Driving: Lawmakers representing Berkley and Huntington Woods supported the legislation that Gov. Rick Snyder signed Tuesday.
• 'Antiques Roadshow' Coming to Detroit: The 2014 season of PBS's popular prime-time series will begin its tour June 1 in Michigan; apply by April 8 for a chance to score tickets.
• How to Identify a Sears Kit Home: If you live in Royal Oak, Ferndale or Berkley the rafters and joists in your home (or that of a neighbor) might have numbers imprinted on them. And, if so, they can tell an interesting story.
• : If you live in Royal Oak, Ferndale or Berkley chances are your home (or that of a neighbor) might have been ordered from a catalog.
• Local Mail Order Homes (Some Assembly Required): If you live in Royal Oak, Ferndale or Berkley chances are your home (or that of a neighbor) might have been ordered from a catalog.
• Fox Theatre to Present First Autism-Friendly Sesame Street Live Performance: New accommodations are planned at the Detroit venue to make the theater-going experience more enjoyable for children with autism spectrum disorders and other sensory difficulties.
• : Who's hiring in Berkley and Huntington Woods? Here's a sampling of ads to help you land just the right position!
• Stressed Out? Free Program in Berkley Can Help: A member of the Detroit Lions' medical team will discuss the impact of stress on the body, as well as ways to manage pain, over lunch starting at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, at the Community Center.
• SEMCOG Asks Public for Input on Traffic Safety: Residents are encouraged to comment on the region’s long-range transportation plan.
• : A bill awaiting Gov. Rick Snyder's signature would consolidate the districts beginning in 2015.