Living in a small town limits the number of places people can gather. Driving down the road towards my destination proved to me the lack of variation my town has. While surrounding cities are known for their downtown areas, I live in a city that is made up almost completely of gas stations and strip malls. I was very anxious to get out of my town and into a new atmosphere. As I sit on …showed first 75 words of 1096 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1096 total…my way home, I sigh as I drive down the same streets I pass everyday and I look at the same gas station attendant, Blockbuster, and CVS that line up the rural roads of my city. If Macomb Township ever does designate a ‘downtown’ area, they could look at Royal Oak for ideas, the unique atmosphere and variety of stores is something taken for granted by Royal Oak residents, and desired by town-folk like myself.