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Here are the top five stories of the day, from our Patch sites in southeast Michigan.

Here are the top five stories of the day, from our Patch sites in southeast Michigan.
The bill would would make more low-income adults eligible for health insurance through the federal health care law.
The bill would would make more low-income adults eligible for health insurance through the federal health care law.
The post is working to boost its sagging membership by targeting area veterans who are not already involved with guidance.
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Terry Conley of Troy, a partner at Grant Thornton LLP, serves as chair of the Walk to Cure Diabetes events in Southeast Michigan.
Veruka, a senior, short haired cat, is available through A New Leash On Life.
Pumpkin, a five-week-old, short haired kitten, is available through Detroit Animal Welfare Group.
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Eisenhower fell to 1-2 while Stevenson topped Ford and Utica beat Cousino.
Here is the week ahead (Sept. 16-21) for Troy and Athens High School sports.
Get the scoop on what's happening Sept. 16-22 in Troy.
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Plus more must-read stories from around southeast Michigan this week.
Plus more must-read stories from around southeast Michigan this week.
Agencies, including the Troy Police Department, participated Friday in the fundraiser for Special Olympics International.