News Nearby: Food-on-Car Vandalism in Troy, Birmingham Gets Yarn-Bombed and More

Every Sunday, Patch will help you catch up with the big news happening in nearby towns, bringing you the big (and interesting) stories from Patch sites along Woodward Avenue and beyond.

Here's what's been happening nearby this week:

TROY:

At least three cars in Troy have been targeted since June 16 with a variety of meats and condiments.

BIRMINGHAM: Feature Photos: Birmingham Gets Yarn-Bombed

Birmingham In Stitches officially made its debut over the weekend, covering everything from lamp posts to parking meters in colorful yarn.

FERNDALE: U.S. Rep. Sander Levin Remarries in Ferndale

The Democrat incumbent, who is running to represent the 9th Congressional District, wed Pamela Cole on July 21. Ferndale Mayor Dave Coulter performed the ceremony.

ROYAL OAK: From Pop-Ups to Pop Quizzes: Former Tiger Now a Classroom All-Star

As the Tigers pursue the division title, we catch up with former pitcher Andrew Good, of Royal Oak.

BERKLEY/HUNTINGTON WOODS: Huntington Woods Opts Out of Public Safety Consortium Study

The project would have examined the feasibility of merging services between the city's Public Safety Department, the Berkley Public Safety Department and the Pleasant Ridge Police Department. 
 
HUNTINGTON WOODS: UPDATED: Huntington Woods Bank Robbery Suspect Charged

John Jones, 47, of Royal Oak Township is being held in the Oakland County Jail without bond.

CLAWSON: All Alumni Welcome to Attend Clawson High School Reunion Oct. 13

All Clawson graduates are invited to the event, which will benefit Clawson's Performing Arts programs.