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Greetings Troy! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Baker Middle's changing demographics compare to the rest of Troy
  • See the standout moments from Troy Athens' 3–0 win over Northville
  • See how Troy High stacks up in Michigan's new school rankings

Also on today's calendar: MJR Theatres Hosts Annual Family Film Festival and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 76 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny with a shower, temps: high: 74, low: 54.
  • Monday: Pleasant with some sun, with a high of 75 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Multiracial students made up 4.3% of Baker Middle School enrollment in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com) — Baker Middle School in the Troy School District enrolled 27 multiracial students in 2024–25, making up 4.3% of its 629-student body. The piece tracks a decade of demographic shifts at Baker and notes that Troy High School leads the district in multiracial enrollment, all against the backdrop of statewide enrollment declines since before the pandemic.
   

• Photo gallery of Northville vs. Troy Athens in a boys soccer contest (theoaklandpress.com) — Troy Athens boys soccer opened its season strong at home in Troy, blanking Northville 3–0 behind a two-goal performance from Costa Ameli. A large photo gallery captures the Red Hawks' dominance, the debut of new coach Kirk Hodges, and plenty of in-game action from the Aug. 20 matchup.
   

• Top high schools in Michigan for 2026 ranked by U.S. News and World Report (ourmidland.com) — Troy High School earns a spot among Michigan's top high schools and STEM programs in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, placing #401 nationally. The statewide list shows how Troy compares with other standout public and charter schools, giving local families a snapshot of competitive academic options across Michigan.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My queen of the night is blooming 7 flowers tonight!
    I brought flashlight out to take the video. Enjoy the moment! (Nextdoor Bridge Park)
  • I am looking for an older used car for my grandson less than $4000.
    I looked on Facebook marketplace, but so many of those sellers are flipping cars and you don't know what you're gonna get. (Nextdoor Raintree Village Sub)
  • Modernistic Cleaning & Restoration posted a job opening for Carpet & Air Duct Cleaning Technician in Troy. Apply here.
  • Qdoba Mexican Eats posted a job opening for Assistant Manager - MI in Troy. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Troy here.

🗞 Nearby News

Clawson

  • Clawson Middle School enrolled 212 white students in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com)
  • Find Top Mothers Helper Jobs in Hillsdale, MI (care.com)

Birmingham

  • Ameli, Dzebo spearhead Troy Athens' 3-0 result over Northville in HC Kirk Hodges' debut at alma mater (theoaklandpress.com)
  • Canadian Outdoors Retailer Going Private (vmsd.com)
  • Varnum Attorneys Named to The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 Edition (varnumlaw.com)

Detroit

  • Teen Boy Injured In Detroit Shooting: Reports (patch.com)
  • How To Watch Detroit Lions Preseason Home Opener Saturday (patch.com)

Ok Troy! 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: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
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