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🌱 Why Buchanan police say this ‘Cat in the Hat’ trend is dangerous

Buchanan, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

Greetings Buchanan! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Buchanan police say this ‘Cat in the Hat’ trend is dangerous
  • RedBud National returns to Buchanan for another huge Independence Day weekend.

Also on today's calendar: Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Sunday: Sunny much of the time, temps: high: 68, low: 48.
  • Monday: Sun-soaked conditions, with a high of 64 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Buchanan police warn about 'Cat in the Hat' social media trend (abc57.com) — Buchanan police are warning families about a creepy “Cat in the Hat” social media trend after a local complaint and student reports raised concerns. Officers say prank-style videos of costumed figures near homes or schools could lead to trespassing, threats, or worse, and urge parents in Buchanan to talk with kids now about avoiding dangerous online challenges.
   

• 2027 SuperMotocross Schedule Revealed: Baltimore & San Antonio Join The Supercross Schedule, Four SX Venues Return (kentucky.com) — Buchanan gets a spotlight again as the 2027 Pro Motocross Championship keeps its traditional Independence Day RedBud National stop in town, confirming another big tourism draw for local fans and businesses. The newly released SuperMotocross schedule adds San Antonio and Baltimore to Supercross, while keeping all 11 outdoor nationals, including Buchanan, in their familiar calendar slots.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Sunday October 4
  • 2026 Antiques on the Bluff →
    Lake Bluff Park, 520-598 Lake Blvd, St Joseph
    10:00 am
    • Tuesday October 6
  • Mini Cheer Clinic
    Brandywine Community Schools Niles, MI 49120
    5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • There is an emergency vehicle on US-20 E reported...
    There is an emergency vehicle on US-20 E reported at 6:18 PM. "Tow Truck on Roadside" (Nextdoor )
  • All lanes open on SB BUS I-94 (Main St) at Crystal Ave, Berrien County.
    10:02PM on Oct 1: SB BUS I-94 at Crystal Ave Roadway Closed Due to a Crash. (Nextdoor )
  • AT&T posted a job opening for Retail Sales Consultant - NILES, MI (NILES MICHIGAN) in Niles. Apply here.
  • Premium Retail Services posted a job opening for Merchandising Specialist in Stevensville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Buchanan here.

🗞 Nearby News

Niles

  • Annual Four Flags Area Apple Fest kicks off opening day in Niles (abc57.com)
  • Delivery driver banned from Bradford White after 'aggressive behavior' with protesters (arcwestmichigan.com)

Berrien Springs

  • Court programs seek to reduce domestic violence by juveniles against parents (wsjm.com)

Ok Buchanan! 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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Buchanan

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