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Thursday October 1st Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good morning Holly! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What perks are offered at Holly's Festival Friday this week?
  • Holly cemetery to honor Vietnam veteran Ernest Michael Cardinal Monday.

Also on today's calendar: Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Periods of rain, with a high of 71 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: A couple of showers possible, temps: high: 64, low: 41.
  • Saturday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 63 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Things To Do in Detroit This Weekend: October 2-October 4 (wcsx.com) — Holly residents can dive into Festival Friday at the Michigan Renaissance Festival on Dixie Highway this Friday, with special shopping deals, wine, and educational demonstrations like glass blowing and jousting. The broader Metro Detroit lineup also includes Detroit Harvest Fest, the American Speed Festival in Pontiac, major concerts, and theater performances, offering plenty of options if you're up for a short drive.
   

• Ernest Michael Cardinal (wlen.com) — Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly will host the burial with military honors for Ernest Michael Cardinal on Monday, October 5, giving local veterans and residents a chance to pay respects. The 80-year-old Vietnam veteran and longtime General Motors employee is remembered for his service, love of motorcycles and model cars, and deep devotion to his large family.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Fenton

  • What's the Buzz About 2941 Mediterranean Street Food (thelascopress.com)
  • Newly opened non-motorized path connects Linden and Fenton (abc12.com)
  • Fenton's CRUST to Open Second Location in Downtown Howell (wcrz.com)

Grand Blanc

  • Grand Blanc dominates Genesee County swim meet for 17th title in 18 years (mlive.com)

West Bloomfield

  • New Greek Restaurant Opening In Oakland County Next Week (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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