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Hey hey Troy! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Troy police caught an alleged scammer using cash and gold
  • How Boulan Park's student makeup has shifted over the last decade
  • When and how to reserve spots for Troy Historic Village trick-or-treating

Also on today's calendar: New Day Counseling Substance Use Evaluation and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 77 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Thursday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 56.
  • Friday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Troy police arrest suspect in online investment scam (candgnews.com) — Troy police arrested a 32-year-old suspect after a local resident lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in an elaborate in-person investment scam involving cash and gold bars. Detectives coordinated a sting meeting to make the arrest and now warn Troy residents to be skeptical of guaranteed returns, secrecy, and pressure to pay quickly, especially with cash, gold, or cryptocurrency.
   

2. Boulan Park Middle School: 246 white students enrolled in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com) — Boulan Park Middle School in Troy enrolled 839 students in 2024-25, including 246 white students, as part of a student body now nearly 59% Asian. The report compares a decade of enrollment shifts at Boulan Park and notes Athens High has the district's highest white enrollment, while statewide Michigan student numbers continue to decline.
   

3. Events, attractions scare up some spooky fun (candgnews.com) — Families in Troy can look forward to the Troy Historic Village's long-running Trick-or-Treat nights on October 23 and 24, featuring an "Under the Sea" theme, games, crafts, and an obstacle course. Advance tickets are discounted, with special early access for preregistered guests and quieter late hours that may suit children with sensory needs or those preferring smaller crowds.
   

4. MIHSSCA boys soccer rankings for the week of Sept. 7, 2026 (theoaklandpress.com) — Troy boys soccer is ranked No. 2 in Michigan Division 1 this week, with Troy Athens also cracking the top 15 at No. 12. The statewide coaches' poll highlights how strong local programs are right now, placing Troy alongside other powerhouse schools from across Michigan in all four divisions.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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