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Several retailers in Monroe have announced their Black Friday hours and sales events.

The Monroe business joins locations in Madison Heights and Washington Township. A fourth restaurant is planned and coming to Clinton Township.

Pet owners should take extra precaution to keep their pets safe this Halloween. Spooky décor could trigger anxiety, fear and negative behaviors.

Currently, some of the most popular items customers are looking for are shackets, sweaters and crew necks.

"At The Bloom Project, we believe mentoring helps plant seeds of confidence, resilience and self-worth — empowering girls to grow into their full potential."

Several haunted attractions are open on select dates through early November in Monroe, Carleton, Romulus and Taylor.

"I wanted to make sure that I could offer a service that would have seniors understood and appreciated.”

“Everyone is allowed in at 5 p.m. to either buy, sell, browse or trade.”

The Monroe County Road Commission is seeking artists for its annual Paint-A-Plow program.

In 2023, they opened their business at 12 S. Monroe St. offering space for private parties available to rent by appointment.

"The right home is out there and when you combine preparation with the right guidance, you’ll find it."

"Wish for things all you want but be realistic with what you really need."

Amanda Lee’s products can be found at small businesses like Reece’s Little Pieces and Nocturnal in Monroe. She also does custom orders.

The home-based business in Monroe also makes candles, wax melts and figurines.

The 50-year-old owns and operates a home-based business she calls April’s Sweet Confections by April Palmer.

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"Thrift shopping has always been popular. People are thrifting more and more every day."

For Reece Ferguson, recreating memories is often her inspiration when making scented candles.

“The River Raisin is one of Monroe’s most valuable natural resources and keeping it clean is critical for the health of our community and environment."