🌱 What investigators say about the deadly M-59 crash in Rochester Hills
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In today's newsletter:
- What investigators say about the deadly M-59 crash in Rochester Hills
- What Avondale’s new superintendent could mean for Rochester Hills families
- How long will Rochester Hills’ boil-water advisory and rationing really last?
Also on today's calendar: The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Novi, MI (May 2026) and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What's black, white, and blue? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 57 and low of 49 degrees.
- Wednesday: Breezy with showers around, temps: high: 56, low: 45.
- Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 62 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 1 Killed In Crash On M-59 In Oakland County: Sheriff (patch.com) — A Troy man died early Sunday after losing control of his car on M-59 near Livernois Road in Rochester Hills, where his vehicle hit a guardrail and he was ejected. Investigators say speed likely contributed to the crash and are still determining whether alcohol or drugs were involved. Officials continue to review the circumstances surrounding the incident. 
2. Avondale School District Welcomes Next Superintendent Cathy Kochanski (oaklandcounty115.com) — Families in Rochester Hills’ Avondale School District will soon see new leadership, as the Board has offered the superintendent role to education veteran Cathy Kochanski, pending contract approval. Kochanski, currently an assistant superintendent in Walled Lake, is expected to start July 1 and brings principal and teaching experience from nearby Rochester and Troy schools.
3. Oakland County residents speak out as repairs underway following water main break (cbsnews.com) — Rochester Hills residents are lining up at a city-run water distribution site and living under a boil-water advisory after a major Great Lakes Water Authority main break disrupted supplies across Oakland County. Officials urge residents to ration water as shelves empty and distribution points in Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills struggle to meet demand while a replacement pipe is installed and tested.
4. Airstream enthusiasts gather in Eaton Rapids for Urban Air event since its 2012 inception (fox47news.com) — A Rochester Hills couple has spent more than a decade driving to Eaton Rapids each year for the Urban Air Airstream gathering, drawn by the camaraderie and small-town charm. They’ve already visited about half of America’s national parks, yet still make this Michigan rally a top travel priority because of the friendships and community spirit they’ve found there.
5. GOP's Bouchard leans on dad's donors in key Macomb Co. U.S. House race (detroitnews.com) — Rochester Hills voters are part of a closely watched 10th Congressional District race where Republican hopeful Michael Bouchard is drawing heavily on donors tied to his longtime-sheriff father. The piece examines how family political networks, including in Oakland County communities like Rochester Hills, shape fundraising and perceptions of “legacy” candidates on both sides of the aisle.
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★ Featured events ★
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The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Novi, MI (May 2026) →
Suburban Collection Showplace Drive, Suburban Collection Showplace Dr, Novi
10:00 am
Saturday May 23
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Other local events
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Entrepreneur Peer Solution Group
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce 71 Walnut, Suite 110, Rochester, MI 48307
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Senior Services Peer Solution Group
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Bellbrook 873 Avon Road Rochester Hills, MI 48307
8:30 am -
Toddler Classes - Little Eagles
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Eagle Creek Academy 3739 Kern Road Lake Orion, 48363
9:30 am -
Biz Bang Theory: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff-Let MI Works Help!
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce RRC Chamber Office 71 Walnut Suite 110 Rochester
10:00 am -
Yoga + Pilates Fusion
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Joshua Michael Art + Frame Gallery 2935 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills, MI 48309 Across from The Village of Rochester. Enjoy class inside a beautiful gallery setting surrounded by curated artwork.
12:00 pm -
Million Dollar Quartet
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce 378 Meadow Brook Rd. Wilson Hall, Rm 207. Rochester, MI 48309.
7:30 pm -
City Beautiful Commission Meeting →
City of Rochester - Meeting Calendar Council Chambers - Rochester MI 48307
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Oakland Youth Orchestras 2026-27 Season Auditions →
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Auditions are held at Oakland University. -
The Rochester Symphony Orchestra Presents "Reassurance and Peace" →
St Paul's United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Rd, Rochester
8:00 am
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
Friday May 22
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Finance Peer Solution Group →
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Rochester Regional Chamber 71 Walnut, Suite 110 Rochester, MI 48307
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Toddler Classes - Little Eagles
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Eagle Creek Academy 3739 Kern Road Lake Orion, 48363
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Blood Drive at First Congregational Church →
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce First Congregational Church 1315 N. Pine Street Rochester, MI 48307
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Track v Pierce
Avondale Middle School Auburn Hills, MI 48326
4:00 pm
Tuesday May 12
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💬 Chatter
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Looking for some guidance as to whether this should be reported and if so where? DNR website did not have any helpful information on this matter. Any… (Nextdoor CCV of Rochester Hills) - Auburn hills Costco was told to close due to boil water issue.
They were open for 15 mins then someone showed up telling them to close but employees didnt state why. Hopefully save someone driving there for… (Nextdoor Falcon Estates)
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