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In today's newsletter:
Why a Brighton Township child‑safety case was just thrown out
See how Brighton runners fared at a national‑caliber cross country meet
Also on today's calendar: ARTrageous and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 43 degrees.
Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 62, low: 37.
Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 65 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Charges against Utah man for accosting minor in Brighton Twp. dropped (livingstondaily.com) — A criminal charge against a Utah man accused of trying to lure an 8‑year‑old girl into the woods in Brighton Township has been dismissed by a district court judge, who found insufficient criminal intent. Livingston County prosecutors say they respect the ruling but are reviewing the case and considering an appeal, while praising Michigan State Police for their investigation.
• No. 17 Men's Cross Country Showcases Depth at Pre-National Meet (hope.edu) — A Brighton High School alum and Brighton resident helped lead Hope College's 17th‑ranked men's cross country team at a major Pre‑National meet in Minnesota this weekend. Sophomore Elijah Forbord, from Howell and Brighton High, paced Hope in the championship race, while another Brighton runner, Tyler Outlaw, contributed depth in the open division.
2026 Lyon Area October 5th Euchre Tournament The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce South Lyon Hotel 201 N. Lafayette St. South Lyon 5:30 pm
Tuesday October 6
CareGivers Connection The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Community Bible Church 7372 Grand River Rd. Brighton, MI 48114 We meet in the Hive classroom. 6:00 pm
Recovery in the Spirit The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Community Bible Church 7372 Grand River Rd. Brighton, MI 48114 We meet in the Big Room classroom. 6:30 pm
Wednesday October 7
GBACOC Referral Group for Members-Networking Exchange The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Conference 218 Grand River Brighton, MI 48116 9:00 am
Lyon Area Referral Group The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Salem South Lyon District Library 9800 Pontiac Trail 9:30 am
NTAL Wednesday Story Time The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Northfield Township Area Library 125 Barker Rd. Whitmore Lake, MI 48189 11:00 am
Caregiver Support Group - Dementia Specific (1st Wednesday) The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Zoom 5:00 pm
Thursday October 8
Chamber Ambassadors' Meeting The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Greater Brighton Area Chamber Conference Room 218 E Grand River Brighton, MI 48116 9:00 am
GBCOC Board Meeting The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce 218 E Grand River Ave, Brighton, MI 48116 12:00 pm
Sunday October 11
ARTrageous → Brighton Center for the Performing Arts, 7878 Brighton Rd, Brighton 4:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Enjoy our Parks! We are very lucky to have so many parks nearby. Kensington, Huron Meadows, Island Lake, Bishop Lake, Lakeland Trails and many more. Walk the many… (Nextdoor Northridge Hills)
It's Saturday and the sun is shining. Great time to get the family together and visit Francis Park in Lansing for the Faith in Blue Event taking place today, Oct 3, from 11 am-3pm. Law… (Nextdoor )
Texas Roadhouse posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Brighton. Apply here.
SoGal Ventures posted a job opening for Cook in Brighton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brighton here.
🗞 Nearby News
South Lyon
Slog AM: Fred Meyer Sued for Pregnancy Discrimination, Amazon Wants to Buy Your Support for Data Centers, New York Governor Appoints Attorney General to Cornell Rape Case (thestranger.com)
Road Watch: Oakland and Metro Detroit road construction Oct. 2 and beyond (theoaklandpress.com)
Hartland
Prep football: Bryce Kish's club saves Howell in overtime win over Hartland (livingstondaily.com)
Howell
Historic Howell Opera House restoration to revitalize downtown landmark (cuinsight.com)
117-Year-Old Race Car That 'Nobody Alive Had Ever Seen' Is Back on Track — And Mario Andretti Is Driving It This Weekend (newsbreak.com)
Ok Brighton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!