Omicron Found In Wayne Co. + One Group's Wish Is City Roundabouts

Happy Saturday, Plymouth-Canton! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Colder with a wintry mix. High: 36 Low: 25.

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Here are the top stories today in Plymouth-Canton:

1. I-275 Project Pauses For Winter, Lanes Reopen Friday. (Plymouth-Canton Patch)
2. Roundabouts, roadway-safety improvements top Northville group's wish list for city streets. (Hometown Life)
3. Hospital Capacity In Plymouth-Canton Area: Latest. (Plymouth-Canton Patch)
4. Health officials: Omicron variant identified in 5 Michigan counties. (WDIV)
5. Former Detroit police detective charged with bribery as part of ongoing FBI investigation. (Detroit Free Press)

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Today in Plymouth-Canton:

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From my notebook:

• South Canton Scholars Charter Academy: "Our 5th - 8th grade band students had the opportunity today to carol throughout the building and play music for our scholars as we launch into winter break. Check out their awesome talent!" (Facebook)
• Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy: "Our third grade classes took a virtual field trip Yellowstone National Park! Park Ranger Michael met on a google meet and taught our scholars all about the landforms and animals that live at the park. He showed them antlers, a bear claw,..." (Facebook)
• Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy: "Hi Pumas! During Social Studies class, the fourth graders learned about immigration and how it makes Michigan so diverse! They got the chance to share their family's culture, family members who have immigrated, and scholars were able to ..." (Facebook)
• Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy: "TODAY is Polar Express Day! Scholars may wear their favorite holiday pajamas to school! All students are encouraged to wear school appropriate pajamas to celebrate the last day before winter break! Woo hoo!!" (Facebook)
• Plymouth District Library: "A gift to the Plymouth District Library Endowment Fund at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan benefits the Library by strengthening our financial future to allow us to respond to needs and opportunities as they arise over tim..." (Facebook)

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