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Also on today's calendar: Oakland/Macomb Out of the Darkness Community Walk and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• 8,181 multiracial students enrolled in Oakland County districts in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com) — Rochester Community School District now has the highest number of multiracial students in Oakland County, with 641 enrolled in 2024–25, representing 4.3% of its 14,906 students. Countywide data show shifting demographics and small overall enrollment declines, giving Rochester parents and residents context for how their schools compare to neighboring districts.
• Things To Do In Rochester Michigan (tikr.com) — If you're planning a visit to Rochester this guide encourages you to build a flexible itinerary that mixes sightseeing with slower local moments like walks, cafés, and casual meals. While it doesn't list specific attractions, it helps you think through timing, neighborhoods, and activity types so your Rochester days feel relaxed, varied, and tailored to your interests.
• MIGCA girls golf rankings for the week of Sept. 7, 2026 (theoaklandpress.com) — Rochester Adams girls golf is ranked third in Michigan Division 1 this week, putting a local team squarely in the statewide spotlight. The latest coaches' poll lists top programs across all four divisions, giving Rochester golfers and fans a clear sense of how their home team stacks up against rivals heading into the fall season.
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