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Pinckney, Michigan Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Pinckney! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How the new Pinckney library millage will change local funding
  • What’s being proposed for the house on Dexter-Pinckney Road?
  • Pinckney-raised attorney advances in key Livingston County judges race

Also on today's calendar: The Explorers Club and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 85, low: 65.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, a shower; warm, with a high of 85 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Livingston County overwhelmingly approves veteran millage renewal (livingstondaily.com) — Pinckney residents just approved a new millage for the Pinckney Community Public Library, raising its rate to 1.75 mills for eight years starting in 2027 and expected to generate about $960,000 in 2027. Voters also overwhelmingly renewed Livingston County’s veterans services millage and backed a reduced Howell Township road millage, securing continued funding for key local services.
   

• Dexter Twp: Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting 9/1/26 (thesuntimesnews.com) — Neighbors along Dexter-Pinckney Road should know Dexter Township’s Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing September 1 on a variance for rebuilding a home at 9433 Dexter-Pinckney Road, Pinckney 48169. Residents can review plans at Township Hall and share comments in person or by written statement before the meeting.
   

• Lyke, Banfield likely moving forward in race for 44th Circuit Court (livingstondaily.com) — A former Pinckney resident, attorney Kristina Lyke, is poised to advance to the November general election for Livingston County’s 44th Circuit Court judgeship alongside Andrea Banfield, based on unofficial primary results. The two edged out three other candidates in a tight, countywide race for the open seat overseeing serious criminal, civil, and family law cases.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday August 6
  • Ribbon Cutting Health Advocate
    The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce 333 E. Grand River Dr., Brighton MI 48116
    9:00 am
  • Gentle Restorative Yoga for Stress and Anxiety Relief
    Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
    9:30 am
  • The 39 Steps
    The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Williamston Theatre 122 S Putnam St Williamston, MI 48895
    2:00 pm
  • Livingston Classical Academy Ribbon Cutting
    The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Livingston Classical Academy 8877 Main Street Whitmore Lake
    5:00 pm
  • ChatGPT and AI
    Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
    6:00 pm
  • intenSati - Movement Mantras Meditation to Manifest Your Best Life! →
    Brighton Light House, 142 Brighton Lake Rd, Brighton
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • When Christine isn’t in a helicopter helping secure the grid, she’s out enjoying the outdoors—hunting, boating, skiing, fishing or running 5Ks.
    ​ ​You might not always be able to track her down, but one thing you can count on: when it matters most, Christine is there helping keep the lights… (Nextdoor )
  • Did you know you can dispose of latex paint at home?
    Let Angela show you how! https://youtu.be/dta_AfADVp8?si=E10WwmTEztuv-VQl (Nextdoor )
  • Busch's, Inc. posted a job opening for Stock Associate in Pinckney. Apply here.
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager in Pinckney. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pinckney here.

🗞 Nearby News

Dexter

  • Busch's Brings Flashfood Discounts to Saline and Dexter (thesuntimesnews.com)
  • Discover the Magic Inside the Enchanted Depot (thesuntimesnews.com)
  • Vote Manchester Flying Dutchmen or Goodrich Martians: MLive's Mascot Championship (mlive.com)

Brighton

  • The Fight to Save Brighton's Beloved Summer Concerts (enjoyer.com)
  • Livingston County health fair offers free screenings, safety education for young children (mlive.com)
  • Brighton tied with 8 other cities for 22nd in Michigan for June scam reports (livingstontoday.com)

Ok Pinckney! 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: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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