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Tuesday August 18th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good morning Chelsea! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What new enrollment data reveal about diversity at Chelsea High School
  • Why Jeff Daniels keeps choosing Chelsea over Hollywood's bright lights
  • Chelsea community notes the passing of Nancy Jo Landers

Also on today's calendar: Harper Woods Varsity Football @ Chelsea.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunshine and some clouds, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Clouds and sun with a t-storm, temps: high: 80, low: 55.
  • Thursday: Lots of sun; nice, less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Chelsea High School had 6 Asian students in 2024-25 (annarbortimes.com) — Chelsea High School enrolled six Asian students out of 750 in 2024-25, making up 0.8% of the student body and the highest Asian enrollment in the district. The data, from the Michigan Department of Education, also show long-term shifts in Chelsea's demographics and sit against a backdrop of statewide post-pandemic academic struggles and persistent achievement gaps.
   

• Movie Legend Jeff Daniels Opens Up About Why He Turned His Back on Hollywood To Embrace a Humble Life in Small-Town Michigan (beaumontenterprise.com) — Jeff Daniels has built his long Hollywood career while choosing to live in his hometown of Chelsea, where he's invested deeply in local arts. From founding the Purple Rose Theatre to planning JD's Stage Bistro near downtown, he's turning Chelsea into a creative hub while keeping his family life rooted in small-town Michigan.
   

• Nancy Jo Landers (wlen.com) — An 80-year-old Norvell resident passed away peacefully in Chelsea surrounded by family, after a long battle with cancer. Her life of service included years in local schools and community businesses, and she cherished family gatherings and township celebrations. Funeral services and visitation are set for Thursday, August 20, in Adrian, with a luncheon in Brooklyn afterward.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • Device Pick-up High School ONLY for 2026-2027 School Year
    GRASS LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS High School Media Center
    4:00 pm
  • Playground Playdate (Pre-k thru 1st)
    Mitchell Elementary Bicentennial Park (Southeast Area Park), Bicentennial Park (South
    4:30 pm
  • Silver Lake SUP Yoga (Pinckney Rec. Area) — Eclipse Yoga →
    Pinckney Recreation Area, 8555 Silver Hill Rd, Pinckney
    6:00 pm
  • Budapest: a Danube Celebration
    Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
    7:00 pm
  • Wednesday August 19
  • Device Pick-up Middle School ONLY for 2026-2027 School Year
    GRASS LAKE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Middle School Cafeteria
    4:00 pm
  • Thursday August 20
  • Gentle Restorative Yoga for Stress and Anxiety Relief
    Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
    9:30 am
  • Third Thursday Book Group by Capital Area District Library →
    Stockbridge Area Senior Center, 219 W Elm St, Stockbridge
    12:30 pm
  • Third Thursday Book Group by Capital Area District... →
    Stockbridge Area Senior Center, 219 W Elm St, Stockbridge
    12:30 pm
  • Better Off Read Book Club
    Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
    1:00 pm
  • Friday August 21
  • Friday Afternoon Movie for Adults: Nickel Boys (2024)
    Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
    1:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Stephany is an amazing pet sitter.
    She always goes above and beyond to take care of our cats. She is calm when/if things get challenging and always goes the extra mile to make sure… (Nextdoor Waterloo)
  • Posting to help get the word out for the owners of this bird.
    They stopped by our home on Haist Road which is a little over 2 miles from where he was last seen. Please keep an eye out and call them immediately… (Nextdoor Guenther Rd)
  • BrightView posted a job opening for Landscapers (String Trimmer operator) Direct report in Chelsea in Chelsea. Apply here.
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for House Cleaner in Dexter. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chelsea here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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