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In today's newsletter:

  • Why does Novi's school district have Oakland County's highest Asian enrollment share?
  • See how Novi High School stacks up in Michigan's 2026 rankings
  • How will Novi's Wildcats fare in their one-year KLAA Black stint?

Also on today's calendar: Summer Sunset Forest Therapy Walk and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 80, low: 63.
  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 77 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Asian students made up 10.2% of Oakland County districts' student body in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com) — Novi Community School District stands out countywide, with Asian students making up 49% of its 6,775-student enrollment, far above Oakland County's overall 10.2% Asian share. The piece compares Novi's numbers with other districts and notes broader statewide enrollment declines since before the pandemic.
   

2. These are Michigan's top 50 public high schools for 2026, according to U.S. News (mlive.com) — Novi High School ranks 12th among Michigan's top 50 public high schools in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 list, keeping the city prominent in statewide education rankings. The report highlights mostly Southeast Michigan schools and evaluates performance using test scores, graduation rates, and college-readiness metrics across nearly 18,000 ranked high schools nationwide.
   

3. Football preview: 2026 Flint Metro, KLAA, MAC, CSC, MIAC, Independent team capsules (theoaklandpress.com) — Novi football fans get an early look at the Wildcats' 2026 season, with first-year head coach Logan Pawloski taking over after years coaching the team's offensive line. With most of the offense returning but seven defensive starters to replace, Novi plays one year in the KLAA Black before moving with Northville to the OAA in 2027.
   

4. 'Kaboomistry' and More! Michigan Science Center brings hands-on science directly to kids (clickondetroit.com) — Novi plays a behind-the-scenes role in the Michigan Science Center's Aramco Traveling Science Program, as Aramco's Research Center-Detroit in Novi helps fund hands-on STEM shows like "Kaboomistry" and "Frostology." The program will bring explosive demos, workshops, and even a portable planetarium to schools and community groups across Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana during the 2026–27 school year.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday August 20
  • Northville Farmers Market 2026
    Northville Chamber of Commerce 195 S Main St, Northville, MI 48167
    8:00 am
  • TechXpert Computer Help by Appointment
    Northville District Library NDL , 212 West Cady St, Northville
    10:00 am
  • Senior Advisory Commission
    City of Northville Community Center
    1:00 pm
  • Teen Dungeons & Dragons - Reg. Opens 7/20
    Northville District Library Friends Community Room , 212 West Cady
    5:00 pm
    • Friday August 21
  • City Offices Closed
    City of Northville 215 W Main St, Northville, MI 48167
  • Library Board
    Walled Lake City DPW 1499 E West Maple Rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390
    9:00 am
  • Beginners ESL Conversation Group - In-Person
    Northville District Library Friends Community Room , 212 West Cady
    10:30 am
  • Digital Conversion Training
    Northville District Library Digital Conversion Station , 212 West
    12:30 pm
  • Family Friday
    Northville Chamber of Commerce Plymouth First United Methodist Church, 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
    5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Residents and Staff Members Work Together at Fox Run —Elizabeth Fabiano Read on Patch
  • I'm looking for a general house cleaner.
    I live in a condo in Commerce. Does anyone have any recommendations? (Nextdoor Waldon Pond)
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    I keep getting something to add a business page? (Nextdoor Waldon Pond)
  • Aramark Corporation posted a job opening for Custodial Services Worker - University of Detroit Mercy Facilities in Novi. Apply here.
  • Macy's, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Support Associate - Shoe Expeditor, Twelve Oaks - Part Time in Novi. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Novi here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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