Royal Oak, MI|News|
18 Measles Cases Now Confirmed In Oakland County In Last 2 Weeks
Here’s your guide to the measles outbreak in Michigan, including local clinics for vaccines, exposure sites and warning signs.
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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Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn School’s District Impact Award Nominations Open
Do you know a member of the Dearborn Schools community, besides a teacher, who helps to better the district? This award could be for them.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Baby Boomers Carry Less Debt In 2 Michigan Cities: Study
In a nationwide study, baby boomers carried the some of the lowest debt in these two Michigan cities.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
Macomb County Man Helps Introduce New Task Force For Elderly
The 72-year-old was a victim of elderly abuse. Now, he's helping state leaders introduce a new task force to fight abuse of the elderly.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Tour The Clinton-Kalamazoo Canal
The route packs history, greenery and a sense of community all into one. Carpooling starts and ends in Rochester Hills.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Michigan's Statewide Tornado Drill Happening This Week
It's Severe Weather Awareness Week in Michigan. One of the things it means is a statewide tornado drill.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Royal Oak Is Taking Steps To Be More 'Age Friendly'
Here's how the city of Royal Oak is making sure its senior population is comfortable and you can do to get involved.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|News|
Oakland County Among Healthiest Counties In Michigan
Here's how Oakland County ranks among Michigan's 83 counties when it comes to healthy behaviors.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dearborn Man, 22, Dies On Motorcycle
Police say the man sustained serious injuries when he was on a motorcycle and collided with a car on the road.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Measles Outbreak, Risk Spreads In Oakland County: State Officials
Additional locations have been added to the list of places where exposure was possible around Oakland County.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Bacteria-Tainted Baby Cough Syrup Recalled Nationwide
Kingston Pharma, LLC is recalling bottles of DG/health NATURALS baby Cough Syrup + Mucus. The medicine may be contaminated.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Allergy Forecast: Here’s When Season Will Peak In Michigan
Along with warmer temps, spring unfortunately brings misery to those who suffer from allergies.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Spring Flooding: Outlook Shows Risk Michigan Faces
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says at least 25 states face a moderate to major flooding risk this spring.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Dingell Named Co-Chair of Great Lakes Task Force
Congresswoman Debbie Dingell celebrated World Water Day with a big announcement.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|News|
Family Helps Dearborn Dad Grow New Network Of Friends
A feel-good story about how one local dad is making new connections from early morning fitness workouts to happy hour.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Clinton Township, MI|News|
DSO Offers 3 Neighborhood Performances In Late March
The neighborhood shows will take place in Southfield, Clinton Township and Beverly Hills. See ticket and discount information here.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Detroit|News|
Seniors Get First-Hand Look At Restoration At DIA
Local seniors got an up-close look at a painting from 1644 being restored at the Detroit Institute of Arts this month.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
Measles Is Spreading In Metro Detroit: State Officials
Areas of exposure range from Detroit to Royal Oak, Madison Heights to Oak Park and beyond in metro Detroit. See the full list here.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
Nearly 70,000 Pounds Of Tyson Chicken Recalled
The popular frozen chicken may contain metal pieces in it.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
Royal Oak, MI|News|
5 City Services Royal Oak Residents Can Now Get Online
The city of Royal Oak now allows residents to sign up for no-reason absentee voting, along with other new services.
Jessica Strachan, Patch Staff
