We know you've been busy, but it's time to catch up. Here's a look at five popular stories on Ferndale Patch over the past week. Click on the title to see the full story.

1. Oakland County Commission Candidates Face Off
   Democrats Craig Covey of Ferndale and Helaine Zack of Huntington Woods, as well as Republican Steven Zimberg, also of Huntington Woods – who are vying to represent the new 18th district – participated in a candidate forum Thursday night in Ferndale.
2. Ferndale Police Seeking Info on 7-Eleven Shooting
   Police are still looking for the two men who attempted to rob the store at 1040 W. Nine Mile Road and then used a semi-automatic weapon to fire shots at two bystanders.
3. Ferndale City Council Sets Restrictions for Novelty Shops
   The new ordinance addresses spacing requirements for novelty shops, commonly referred to as "head shops."
4. Stayin' Fresh in Ferndale: Top Salsa Company Continues to Grow
   "I couldn't ask for a more supportive city," says Jack Aronson, co-founder of Garden Fresh Gourmet, which is expecting record sales and working on a new stuffed burger lineup.
5. Community Mourns Death of Retired Hazel Park Teacher
   Clyde Baker, 62, of Howell, died Monday after being struck by a car while riding his bicycle in Burns Twp.