A lot happened this past week both in and around the Bloomfield area, and we wanted to make sure you got a peek at some other stories you might have missed.
Here's what happened nearby this week:
Birmingham
Birmingham is ranked No. 1 among the state's most expensive communities in Coldwell Banker's latest Home Listing Report.
School Board vs. State Law: Who Has the Final Say on Guns in Schools?
After a Birmingham parent brought a gun to an elementary school in early October, district officials say they're not changing policies banning guns on school property despite conflicting laws and court rulings.
Royal Oak
Franklin Fine Wine & Café to Open on Monday
“Soft opening” on tap to work out any problems for later grand opening.
Troy
City Releases Applications of 6 Troy City Council Finalists
Troy City Council will appoint one of the finalists to Council at its Dec. 17 meeting.
West Bloomfield
Grandmother to Stand Trial in Shooting Death of Grandson
Sandra Layne, 74, of West Bloomfield, was in court Thursday. Her trial is expected early next year.