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Week in Review: Security Upped at Troy Schools, City Unveils New Website, Fights Break Out at Sears, Troy Sports Center

Here's 10 stories you may have missed on Troy Patch this week.

Are you spending your Sunday catching up on last week's news? Here are the top 10 stories you may have missed about Troy this week:

TSD Superintendent: Security Changes to Remain in Effect 'Until Further Notice'

"In the wake of last Friday’s tragedy in Connecticut, we are in the process of taking a closer look at the security of our school buildings and the protection of our students and staff," Troy Schools Superintendent Barbara Fowler wrote in a recent letter

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Troy Police: Sears Janitors Fight in Parking Lot

The two women are no longer allowed on Sears property.

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Leonard Elementary Students Help Keep Homeless Veterans Warm

The Leonard Elementary School Student Council recently held a winter gear drive for homeless veterans in southeast Michigan.

City of Troy Unveils Redesigned User-Friendly Website

The website is designed to be more user-friendly and visually appealing.

Troy Chamber Names 2012 'Best of Troy' Businesses

The businesses are recognized for their outstanding physical investments in the City of Troy.

Crosstown Hockey Rivalry Ends in Fight at Troy Sports Center

Students, parents and alumni from Troy and Athens high schools took to social media Wednesday night to discuss the brawl.

How to Celebrate the Holidays on a Budget

Here are ten ways to have fun and spread holiday cheer in Troy without breaking the bank.

Our Patches across the country will take part in a Web Moment of Silence on Friday, and Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has requested that state residents pause to remember those lost last week.

Job Hunting? Here's Who's Hiring in Troy

Whether you're looking for part-time seasonal work or a career job in your field, there are plenty of job openings in Troy. Here are a few of the latest.

Tinker the Cat Needs a Forever Home

Tinker is available for adoption through Paws for Life Rescue in Troy.

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