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Southfield, Michigan Patch AM: a 5 min read

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

In today's newsletter:

  • What led to hate crime charges against this Southfield neighbor?
  • How Southfield’s Michigan Works office can help if you’re laid off
  • How much should Southfield families really spend on graduation parties?

Also on today's calendar: Royal Oak Garden Club's Annual Spring Perennial Plant Exchange and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Cloudy, breezy; a p.m. shower, with a high of 55 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Thursday: Clouds and sun, temps: high: 63, low: 47.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Southfield Man Hit With Hate Crime Charge After Antisemitic Rant At Neighbor Kids (hoodline.com) — A Southfield resident has been charged with a hate crime after prosecutors say he directed violent antisemitic threats at his Jewish neighbors and their children outside his Southfield home in late March. The new charge, which carries up to two years in jail if convicted, comes as Oakland County reports a broader rise in antisemitic incidents and prepares for related court hearings this summer.
   

• Workers Laid Off Due to Water Loss Can Apply for Unemployment, Michigan Works Can Help (oaklandcounty115.com) — Southfield workers laid off because of the major water main break affecting nearby Auburn Hills and Orion Township can get help applying for unemployment through Oakland County Michigan Works, which has a Southfield office. Staff can guide you through the state UIA system and connect you with other job and support resources while the outage continues.
   

• Graduation celebrations come with a hefty price tag; experts say you can celebrate without breaking the bank (wxyz.com) — From Southfield, a local financial expert and metro Detroit families break down how quickly graduation costs can add up, from photos to party venues. They share practical tips like setting a budget early and using DIY food to celebrate meaningfully without overspending.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday May 13
  • Network First Meeting
    Greater Royal Oak Chamber-Commerce Meets in the Conference Room at the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, 200 S. Washington Avenue.
    7:30 am
  • Cafeteria-Girls Soccer
    Royal Oak High School Royal Oak, MI 48073
    5:00 pm
  • POOL- Total Technique
    Royal Oak High School Royal Oak, MI 48073
    5:00 pm
  • ROOM 203- Official Driving School
    Royal Oak High School Royal Oak, MI 48073
    5:20 pm
  • GYM- MI Vipers Basketball
    Royal Oak Middle School Royal Oak, MI 48067
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I am very sorry to report that there is what I believe to be a smallish caramel and white cat deceased in the inside westbound lane of 12 mile between Southfield and Bloomfield (border of Southfield and Lathrup Village).
    It was not safe during rush hour traffic to try to move it, but I wanted to let any potential owner know. S/he might of course be a new member of the… (Nextdoor Catalpa Oaks)
  • Beware of Scammer.
    Beware of Scammer.I hired him for a service paid.He started my yard Ran out of mulch told me he would be back the next day and never showed back up… (Nextdoor Magnolia Northland)
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Forklift Driver in Southfield. Apply here.
  • GDI Integrated Facility Services posted a job opening for Data Entry & Compliance Specialist in Southfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Southfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Birmingham

  • Residents encouraged to share recipes for 'Birmingham Family Memories Cook Book' (candgnews.com)
  • Senior Men's Club of Birmingham offers fellowship, service (candgnews.com)
  • PHOTOS: 2026 Art Birmingham presented by The Guild (americajr.com)

Detroit

  • Storms Likely Across Detroit Area Tuesday: What To Know (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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