Ferndale, MI|News|
Transgender People Can Now Easily Update Gender On Michigan IDs
Nearly 81 percent of the transgender population in Michigan lacks proper identification, according to the Secretary of State's Office.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
- Detroit, MI
Patch's Detroit Editor Jessica Strachan is an award-winning journalist and Metro Detroit native who loves digital storytelling in her community. A graduate of the University of Michigan, she loves creating hyperlocal content through engaging narratives, compelling photos and interesting videos. She has written for some of Michigan's top news sites and papers, including WDIV's Click on Detroit, Mlive.com, The Flint Journal and The News-Herald. In her down time, she enjoys sampling farm-sourced vegetarian foods, sipping good coffee, traveling the world with her camera in hand and doting on her rescue beagle named Virginia Woof (yes, that's a writer pun). Reach out to her with your story ideas or to have a conversation on the impact of local journalism: jessica.strachan@patch.com.
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Troy, MI|News|
Troy Ranks Top In Holiday Spending
A study by WalletHub listed the cities with the highest and lowest holiday budgets in the nation. See how Troy fared.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Rochester Hills Ranks Top In Holiday Spending
A study by WalletHub listed the cities with the highest and lowest holiday budgets in the nation. See how cities in Michigan did.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Here's A Look At Rochester Community Schools' Audit Results
A team of six auditors spent four full days auditing the district’s financial statements. Here's a look at the outcome.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
How To Get A U.S. Census Job In Dearborn
The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring at $15-$24.50 an hour to make sure everyone is counted in 2020.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Deer Hunting Season: Baiting, Feeding Still Banned In Michigan
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources say they are getting a lot of questions about the baiting & feeding ban. Here's what to know.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Woman Dies After Crashing Head On Into Tow Truck In Macomb County
A Clinton Township woman is dead after crashing head on into a tow truck on Groesbeck Highway Sunday night.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn's Christmas Tree Lighting Set For Nov. 25
A festival of trees, hot chocolate and visits with Santa are some of the highlights of this event.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Birmingham, MI|News|
Rabies Confirmed In Michigan Cat: What To Know
In 2019, rabies has been verified in four bats, eleven skunks, and one cat in Oakland County.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Monday In The Mitten: 5 Stories To Know Nov. 18
There’s big news in the recreational marijuana industry and a family experienced tragedy while playing in the snow.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Thanksgiving, Black Friday 2019 Mall Hours In Metro Detroit
Here's your guide to holiday shopping all around Metro Detroit this year.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
What's Planned For The Holidays At Rochester Hills' Library
From holiday concerts to visits with Santa, here is what is planned this season at the Rochester Hills Public Library.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Event Guide: Tree Lighting At Partridge Creek Mall
The free holiday event will feature family fun for all ages.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
5 Dearborn Stories You May Have Missed This Week
Why the 2020 census is important in Dearborn and the community mourns a student athlete who was tragically killed.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Why 2020 Census Is Especially Important In Dearborn
The Dearborn Mayor says he wants to see the city's population go up to 100,000 in the new census next year.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Grosse Pointe, MI|News|
Grosse Pointe Farm Couple Fends Off Carjacker
Police say they have a man in custody following an attempted car jacking in Grosse Pointe Farms.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Recreational Marijuana Sales Could Begin As Early As Dec. 1 In MI
Sales of recreational marijuana could begin as early as Dec. 1 in Michigan, months earlier than originally expected.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Oakland Township-Lake Orion, MI|News|
13-Year-Old Michigan Girl Killed In Snowmobile Accident
Police say the girl was the passenger on a snowmobile when it crashed in Oakland County Tuesday afternoon.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Macomb County Man Wins $110K In Michigan Lottery
The winner, who described himself as a regular Lottery player, chose to remain anonymous. Here's what he plans to do with the money.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
4 Businesses Coming To The Mall At Partridge Creek
An entertainment space, a restaurant and big brands like lululemon are coming to The Mall at Partridge Creek.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
