🌱 Deputies steal a win from Big Rapids firefighters on air
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In today's newsletter:
- Deputies steal a win from Big Rapids firefighters on air
- What puts Big Rapids on an affordable retirement list?
- Ferris soccer’s underdog run ends with runner-up finish, three honors
Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Cooler with showers around, with a high of 49 and low of 36 degrees.
- Thursday: Cloudy; cooler with a shower, temps: high: 41, low: 29.
- Friday: Mainly cloudy and chilly, with a high of 40 and low of 27 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Sheriff's office edges Big Rapids Fire in radio game show matchup (bigrapidsnews.com) — Mecosta County deputies pulled off a last-round steal to beat reigning champion Big Rapids firefighters 144-131 in B 103.9’s first responders Family Feud tournament. The friendly rivalry continues at 9 a.m. Nov. 12, when newcomers Meceola Central Dispatch face Big Rapids police, with teams working toward a January championship. 
2. 12 Wallet-Friendly Small Towns To Retire In Michigan (worldatlas.com) — Big Rapids appears among 12 Michigan towns highlighted as affordable retirement options, with a reported median home sale price of $245,700, below the statewide $303,500 figure. The guide pairs that housing comparison with local hospital access, Riverwalk recreation, Artworks classes and Commission on Aging programs, including activities at City Hall.
3. Ferris State women's soccer trio earns All-GLIAC honors after team finishes as runner-up in 2026 GLIAC Tournament (ferris.edu) — Ferris State women’s soccer turned an eighth-seed tournament berth into a championship-game appearance, falling to Saginaw Valley State in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw. Three Bulldogs also earned conference honors: Isabella Baron made the All-GLIAC Second Team, while Korinne Ihrke and Katherine Welch received honorable mentions.
4. MI Current Conditions (dailyindependent.com) — Big Rapids recorded mostly cloudy skies and 45 degrees at 10:01 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, according to AccuWeather’s statewide conditions report. Winds were from the south-southwest at 5 mph, with 84% humidity. These observations describe Monday night, not current conditions or a forecast.
5. Adopt an Angel: How to give through Walmart and the Salvation Army in 2026 (ourmidland.com) — Big Rapids residents can help provide holiday gifts through the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program, with the Linden Street corps listed among local online registry locations. Online purchases run through Dec. 14 and ship directly to the local unit. In-store tags arrive at participating Walmart and Sam’s Club locations Nov. 14.
📸 Around Big Rapids
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Sawmill Saloon – Big Rapids →
Sawmill Saloon, 1003 Maple St, Big Rapids
7:00 pm
Thursday November 12
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Other local events
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Hockey (Boys V) @ SOO Showcase
SOO Showcase
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Basketball (Boys 7) @ White Cloud Middle School
White Cloud Middle School
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Basketball (Boys 8) @ White Cloud Middle School
White Cloud Middle School
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Basketball (Boys 7) @ Chippewa Hills Intermediate School
Chippewa Hills Intermediate School
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Basketball (Boys 8) @ Chippewa Hills Intermediate School
Chippewa Hills Intermediate School
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Hockey (Boys V) @ Midland High School
Midland High School
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Holiday Open House
Artworks, 106 N Michigan Avenue, Big Rapids
11:00 am
Friday November 13
Monday November 16
Wednesday November 18
Sunday November 22
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🗓 Events Nearby
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2026 Fall Refresh Retreat →
17308 Conference Drive, Hersey
11:00 am -
Learn About Your Watershed, Reed City! →
Reed City Depot, 200 N Chestnut St, Reed City
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FAFSA INFORMATION NIGHT
RCHS Cafeteria Reed City High School >
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2026 Make and Take a Fresh Pine Wreath with CRC →
New Beginnings Fellowship Church, 139 West Church Avenue, Reed City
11:00 am
Thursday November 12
Saturday November 14
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Taco Bell posted a job opening for team member in Big Rapids. Apply here.
- KFC posted a job opening for Food Service Team Member - KFC in Big Rapids. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Big Rapids here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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