Across Michigan, MI|News|
How To See Where Sex Offenders Live This Halloween
Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in your neighborhood before the kids go out trick or treating.
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.
Posting Activity
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Man Accused Of Royal Oak Church Bomb Threats Had No Record
Now Adam Laird, of Royal Oak, faces a felony charge of threat of terrorism for sending bomb threats to nine area churches.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Here Is How Michigan Has Been Combatting Deadly EEE Virus
After several deaths and numerous animals getting sick, this is the best treatment state officials believe will rid Michigan of EEE.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
These 5 Businesses Were Chosen As Hatch Finalists
Meet your five Comerica Hatch Detroit finalists here.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Another EEE Case Confirmed In Michigan Animal
Another case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a horse has been confirmed in Michigan.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
9 Royal Oak Churches Receive Bomb Threats
All nine churches received the threats via email in roughly a 90-minute timespan.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
First Michigan Vaping Death Confirmed: State Officials
State officials said a man is the first in Michigan to die from a vaping-related lung injury.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn Teacher On Leave For Alleged Racist Remarks To Student
The Stout Middle School teacher reportedly asked a Muslim student if she was even American, among other remarks, according to reports.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Historic Holly Train Station Seeks Votes To Be Rehabbed
Locals can help the village of Holly rehab the historic Union Depot by securing $2 million in funding. Here's how to vote.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Check Out Royal Oak's 2019 Halloween Event For Kids
From downtown trick-or-treating to a Monster Mash Party, Royal Oak is a place for families to celebrate Halloween.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Deer Collisions In MI: The Odds Of Hitting Them And Other Animals
An annual State Farm report on deer-vehicle collisions in Michigan includes other animals that run or fly into your automobile.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn Seeking Election Workers For Nov. 5
The pay is $140 for the day.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Another Michigander Has Died From Mosquito-Borne Virus EEE
This marks the fourth death this season. State authorities say they are doing everything they can, including aerial treatments.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Michigan Cracks Down On 'Inhumane' Puppy Mill
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel called it "an inhumane and unsanitary puppy-peddling operation." Here's what is being done now.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Deer Hunting Season: Michigan's 2019 Consumption Guidelines
State officials tested for PFAS in the organs of Michigan's white-tailed deer and here is what they found.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn Cross Country Meet Encourages Young Runners
Oct. 11 is a half-day for the district and this race brings students together to honor an avid runner who was tragically killed.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Michigan: Your ZIP Code May Influence How Long You Live
How long you live might be affected by your neighborhood, according to the most recent data from the CDCP.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Troy, MI|News|
Toys For Tots: Campaigns Starting In Metro Detroit
You can help make a child’s holiday special this year by participating in Toys for Tots.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Troy, MI|News|
Kids Halloween Performances Held At Somerset Collection
Families are in for a Halloween treat at the Somerset Collection in Troy this month.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Flavored Vaping Ban Starts Wednesday: What You Need To Know
The penalty for selling these products includes up to six months jail time and fines.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
