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🌱 Patch AM: What we know about the fatal family assault on Theisen Street
Also, don't miss Frames of Reference, Past and Present: Selected Works by Anita Bates | Opening Reception on the Dearborn Patch calendar

Hi Dearborn! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What we know about the fatal family assault on Theisen Street
- See how a custom bat puts Dearborn roots on MLB's big stage
Also on today's calendar: Frames of Reference, Past and Present: Selected Works by Anita Bates | Opening Reception and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Mostly sunny and comfortable, with a high of 76 and low of 57 degrees.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 80, low: 60.
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Dearborn man charged after allegedly beating victim to death (wxyz.com) — Dearborn police say a 64-year-old man died after a severe assault during a family altercation on Theisen Street, and a 43-year-old Dearborn resident is jailed as prosecutors review upgraded charges. The victim died days after the incident, and local investigators are working with the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office while city leaders publicly offered condolences to the family.
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• Michigan native Jakob Marsee celebrates roots with custom bat for MLB Players' Weekend (wnem.com) — Dearborn gets a proud shout-out in Major League Baseball as Miami Marlins outfielder Jakob Marsee uses a custom-painted bat for Players' Weekend that honors his Michigan roots. Marsee grew up in Dearborn, attended Allen Park High School, and played at Central Michigan, and his bat design showcases those hometown ties on a national stage.
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📸 Around Dearborn
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dearborn
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- 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 - 10,000 Sq. Ft. Rummage Sale →
St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 375 Lothrop Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms
9:00 am
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Thursday September 3
Friday September 11
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🗓 Events Nearby
- HS Link Crew Training
Allen Park High School Allen Park, MI 48101
8:00 am - 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
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
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💬 Chatter
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🗞 Nearby News
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- Melvindale boys soccer drops season opener at home vs rival Edsel Ford (thenewsherald.com)
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- 2 Hispanic students enrolled at Clara B. Ford Academy SDA in 2024-25 (westernwaynetoday.com)
Allen Park
- Local prep girls volleyball teams convene for runback of Outdoor Summer Slam showcase (thenewsherald.com)
- Column: Trump's Charm offensive with North Korea is a bad bet (thenewsherald.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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