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Friday September 11th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hello Farmington! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How far can Farmington's new-look defense carry this playoff push?
  • What could a new Farmington-to-Westland SMART route mean for you?

Also on today's calendar: Yard to Table: Weekly Garden Skills Education Series on Wednesdays and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and warm, temps: high: 82, low: 66.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 81 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Indiana commit Myles Smith leads Farmington football's fiery defense (freep.com subscription) — Farmington High's football team is off to a strong 2-0 start, powered by standout defensive end and Indiana commit Myles Smith and an aggressive new coaching staff. With a revamped defense allowing just 14 points so far, players and coaches in Farmington are eyeing a much deeper playoff run and inviting the community to follow their progress.
   

• MI: SMART plans for expansion into new communities after countywide vote passes (masstransitmag.com) — Wayne County's new SMART transit millage is paving the way for expanded bus service, including a proposed route running from Farmington to Westland along major corridors like Newburgh, Haggerty, Five Mile and Eight Mile. For Farmington-area commuters, students, and workers, these changes could eventually mean easier access to jobs, colleges, and shopping without relying on a car.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday September 11
  • Senior 62+ Golf Outing →
    Livonia, MI Calendar, 35786 Five Mile, Livonia
    8:00 am
  • DJ ZIG-ZAG →
    One Under Bar, 35780 5 Mile Road, Livonia
    9:00 am
  • ESL Conversation Group
    Farmington Community Library, 23500 Liberty Street, Farmington
    10:30 am
  • Pick Your Own Project →
    Fired and Fused, 32326 Grand River Avenue, Farmington Hills
    11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello neighbors.
    I wanted to share this photo I took on my walk through the neighborhood this evening. (Nextdoor Farmington Village Area)
  • Hello neighbors.
    Here is Hump day humor. I asked my wife what she wanted for her birthday. She said nothing would make me happier than a gold necklace. As I always… (Nextdoor Farmington Village Area)
  • D. Diversified Services posted a job opening for Machine Operator (Farmington) in Farmington. Apply here.
  • Livonia Public Schools posted a job opening for General Kitchen Helper (3.0 hours) - Churchill High School in Livonia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Farmington here.

🗞 Nearby News

Farmington Hills

  • Witnesses describe potential last moments of Farmington Hills nature park homicide victim in court (wxyz.com)
  • Rosemary A. Marvin (wlen.com)
  • Opus Genetics (NASDAQ:IRD) Sees Large Volume Increase After Analyst Upgrade (marketbeat.com)

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  • My Dry Team Restoration Services Expands Fire Damage Restoration Support (draperjournal.com)

Royal Oak

  • Crews Searching For Missing MI Hiker On Isle Royale: Reports (patch.com)

Ok Farmington! 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: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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