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🌱 Patch AM: How a new Rouge River trail could change getting around Dearborn
Also, don't miss Frames of Reference, Past and Present: Selected Works by Anita Bates | Opening Reception on the Dearborn Patch calendar
Hi there, Dearborn! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How a new Rouge River trail could change getting around Dearborn
- How Dearborn's new $3M hub could change access to help
- What does Corewell's new nurse contract mean for Dearborn patients?
Also on today's calendar: Frames of Reference, Past and Present: Selected Works by Anita Bates | Opening Reception and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.
- Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 78, low: 61.
- Sunday: Partly sunny with a shower, with a high of 78 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. $6.9M project will add nearly 2 miles of trails along Michigan river (mlive.com) — A $6.9 million project is extending the Rouge Gateway Greenway by 1.9 miles in Dearborn, adding two pedestrian bridges and new trail connections near The Henry Ford and Michigan Avenue. Construction, expected to finish by late 2026, aims to link Dearborn with Detroit and other communities while expanding safe places to walk, bike, paddle, and gather along the river. 
2. Dearborn nonprofit LAHC opens $3M behavioral health and workforce development hub (wxyz.com) — A longtime Dearborn nonprofit has just opened a $3 million behavioral health and workforce development hub that's already welcoming residents. The new 6,500-square-foot facility offers career training, counseling, ESL classes, and even hosts a Dearborn Public Schools special needs program, aiming to serve about 20,000 people a year from all backgrounds.
3. Corewell registered nurses ratify 1st contract with 15% pay increases (freep.com subscription) — Corewell Health nurses, including those at the Dearborn hospital and local clinics, have ratified their first union contract with a 15% raise over three years and a lump-sum payment. The deal also adds a safe staffing committee and new benefit options, potentially improving working conditions and patient care for Dearborn-area residents.
4. Racist flyers found in nearby communities after anti-Muslim protests (detroitnews.com) — Hundreds recently gathered in Dearborn for an anti-Muslim protest, and days later white supremacist flyers linked to the Ku Klux Klan appeared in nearby Dearborn Heights and Melvindale neighborhoods. Local officials and CAIR-MI are condemning the racist materials and urging residents to report any information to police as investigations continue.
📸 Around Dearborn
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dearborn
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- First day of school, half day all students, teacher PD in PM
Howe Montessori and Center Based Education Dearborn, MI 48124 - Board of Education Study Session & Regular Meeting
Crestwood School District 1045 N Gulley Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127, USA
5:30 pm - HFC Board of Education Meeting
Haigh Elementary School Andrew Mazzara Administration Services & Conference Center, Henry
7:00 pm - Soft start - half day for kindergarten and Young 5s, teacher scree
Howe Montessori and Center Based Education Dearborn, MI 48124 - VVA BOD Mtg
VVA Chapter 528 Dearborn, MI 48124
7:00 pm - Soft start - half day for kindergarten and Young 5s, teacher scree
Howe Montessori and Center Based Education Dearborn, MI 48124 - Picture Day for Students and Staff
Crestwood High School Gym
8:00 am - CHS Open House - Student Success Night
Crestwood High School Whole School
5:30 pm - Frames of Reference, Past and Present: Selected Works by Anita Bates | Opening Reception →
Stamelos Gallery, 4901 Evergreen Rd, Dearborn
5:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Thursday September 3
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Toddler Story Time at CKL →
Caroline Kennedy Library of Dearborn Heights, 24590 George St, Dearborn Heights
10:30 am - HS Link Crew Training
Lindemann Elementary Allen Park, MI 48101
7:00 pm - First day of school, half day all students, teacher PD in PM
Howe Montessori and Center Based Education Dearborn, MI 48124 - Board of Education Study Session & Regular Meeting
Crestwood School District 1045 N Gulley Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127, USA
5:30 pm
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
Monday August 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi Neighbors for those who don't know me but may know our house during Halloween.
We are located on Grindley Park St, in Dearborn. We are just letting everyone know this is our last year and we want to Thank everyone for your… (Nextdoor Southwestern Outer Drive) - Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
FOUND on August 18, 2026 in Dearborn Heights, MI 48125 near Annapolis Street Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Southwestern Outer Drive)
- BoxLunch / Hot Topic posted a job opening for Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 2 in Dearborn. Apply here.
- Allied Universal posted a job opening for Janitor in Dearborn. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dearborn here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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