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In today's newsletter:
- Why Clawson walked away from controversial Flock license plate cameras
- Inside Clawson's Halloweiss V, a Halloween speakeasy at Weiss Distilling
- How Clawson's Joslynn Ramirez punched her ticket back to states
Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 69 and low of 47 degrees.
- Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 68, low: 54.
- Saturday: High clouds and warm, with a high of 76 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 5 Michigan police agencies used Flock readers for immigration searches (bnd.com) — Clawson residents should know their city has ended its contract with Flock license plate cameras after privacy concerns, even as some Metro Detroit agencies used the system for immigration-related searches. The investigation details improper database access, evolving policies, and growing backlash that's reshaping how surveillance technology is used across Oakland County. 
• Boos and booze: Spooky bar menus and Halloween pop-ups around Detroit (bnd.com) — Clawson drinkers can get into the Halloween spirit at Weiss Distilling Co.'s Halloweiss V pop-up on 14 Mile, with spooky cocktails and an immersive speakeasy vibe. The guide also highlights other themed bars and special menus across Metro Detroit, from downtown Detroit to Royal Oak and Wyandotte, running through Halloween night.
• GIRLS GOLF REGIONAL ROUNDUP: Clarkston beats Adams by two strokes for first place at Greystone (theoaklandpress.com) — Clawson golf fans can cheer senior Joslynn Ramirez, who shot an 88 to qualify again for the Division 4 state finals, highlighting local talent on a big stage. The roundup also tracks how nearby Oakland County schools fared across multiple divisions and where state tournaments will be played later this month.
📸 Around Clawson
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Clawson
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★ Featured events ★
- Trick-or-Treat Trail →
Clawson City Park, Clawson
6:00 pm
Sunday October 18
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Other local events
- ADDAMS PTA -Trick or Trunk
Addams Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48073
5:30 pm - HOCO Parade
Clawson High School Clawson, MI 48017
5:45 pm - NORTH / MIDDLE PARKING LOT- Trunk or Treat
Northwood Elementary Royal Oak, MI 48073
6:00 pm
Friday October 16
📣 Clawson Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- UHS Girl's Volleyball vs FPS (Away Game)
University High School, 881 Pinecrest Dr, Ferndale
8:00 am - Environmental Citizen's Committee Meeting →
Madison Heights MI
10:00 am - Pre-K Craft Class - Autumn Tissue Trees →
10:30 am - Mother Goose's Bouncing Goslings →
Huntington Woods Public Library, 26415 Scotia Rd, Huntington Woods
10:30 am - Drop In Exercise Classes - Thursday Zumba Class →
11:00 am - Drop In BINGO - Thursday Bingo →
1:00 pm - Cross Country vs Covington (Away)
BCS
4:15 pm - Cross Country vs Detroit Country Day (Away)
Detroit Country Day School - Middle School, 22400 Hillview Ln, Pleasant Ridge
4:45 pm
Thursday October 8
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💬 Chatter
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🗞 Nearby News
Royal Oak
- Armenia Fest 2026 brought Armenian culture to Royal Oak (armenianweekly.com)
- Royal Oak library will be closed this weekend (theoaklandpress.com)
- Theater, comedy, spectacle and more hit metro area venues this weekend (theoaklandpress.com)
Troy
- Troy celebrates start of new inclusive play area (candgnews.com)
Detroit
- Warm Temps Before Weekend Rain Chances: Metro Detroit Weather (patch.com)
- 11-Year-Old Shot In Face By Sibling, Detroit Authorities Say (patch.com)
- Popular Detroit Pizzeria Opening New Location This Fall (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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