Dear Grinch, Return Christmas to Toys for Tots Kids: Patch PM

Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Michigan Patch:

‘Rotten, Heartless’ Thieves Nab Toys for Tots Donations

Two men called “rotten” and “heartless” by a Toys for Tots official stole “bags and bags” of toys, leaving the Marines short on what they’ll be able to give to needy children.

‘Sharpshooter’ Gets Probation for Firing on Shoplifters

Attorney asked that his client be allowed to keep her gun, but judge says her actions put others in danger.

These Giddy Cities Are Michigan’s Happiest

Marital bliss, safety and more sunny days than on the Upper Peninsula combine to make this City No. 3 on happiness list.

Death of Woman Mauled by Dogs Ruled Suicide

Two dogs — a pit bull and a pit bull-husky mix — mauled Port Huron woman.

How to See Last Meteor Shower Of 2015: Geminids

This one will be good, for plenty of reasons.

Also Worth a Read

• Pack Patience Instead of Heat: Police
• ‘Credible’ Abuse Claim Against Dead Priest Who Served 20 Parishes
• Members of Congress Rebuke Obama on Military Surplus Order
• Color of Skin Comment ‘Clunky Choice of Words’: Lawmaker
• Bug Problem Abruptly Closes Wayne Clerk’s Office

Holidays & Seasonal

• ‘Surprise’ Presents Behind Latest Holiday Scams
• Put Some Mitten in Your Stocking: 16 Michigan-Made,Gift Ideas
• 2015 Christmas TV Schedule: When to See Holiday Classics
• Another Appliance? Gifts They’ll Use, Gifts They Won’t: Holiday Gift Buying
• Postal Service Christmas 2015 Shipping Deadlines
• Toys That Can Kill: This Year’s Most Dangerous Toys
• Wild Lights in Competition for National Honor: How to Vote
• Satan Plans to Meet Cruz at Michigan Capitol
• Dearborn Ranked Best Christmas Town in Michigan

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