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What's up Dexter! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Dexter's new taxes and projects affect your daily life?
  • How did Dexter's swim coach build a Hall of Fame legacy?
  • How a Sunday ice cream stop put Dexter on the map

Also on today's calendar: Captain While You Can Tailgate Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Cloudy with showers around, with a high of 75 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Friday: Cooler; a little morning rain, temps: high: 65, low: 40.
  • Saturday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 66 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Dexter Mayor Highlights Growth, Investment and Finances in State of the City (thesuntimesnews.com) — Dexter residents get a detailed look at city finances, taxes, and major projects in Mayor Shawn Keough's latest State of the City, included in the fall newsletter. He outlines the nearly finished Main Street fire station, upcoming Mill Creek Park and trail upgrades, and explains this year's millage rates and service priorities, emphasizing Dexter's strong financial footing and small‑town character.
   

• Dexter High School Coach is Inducted into the Coaches Hall of Fame (thesuntimesnews.com) — Dexter High School swimming and diving coach Michael McHugh has been inducted into the Michigan High School Coaches Association Hall of Fame, capping two decades of success with the Dreadnaughts. Former athletes and parents credit the Dexter coach for building a powerhouse program and mentoring hundreds of students, with multiple state titles, All‑State swimmers, and national‑ranked teams.
   

• September in Michigan (blogspot.com) — A local food blogger reflects on September meals and small pleasures, including a Sunday drive from Ann Arbor to enjoy ice cream in Dexter's small-town setting. While most of the story centers on home-cooked dishes and a trip to Indiana, Dexter appears as a nearby, charming ice-cream stop.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • We had Shane from The Maintenance Man hang six wooden shutters for us this am.
    Shane arrived right on time and did a great job. It's a very well run business (Nextdoor Westridge of Dexter)
  • Mainstreet Ventures Restaurant Group posted a job opening for Dishwasher / General Utility in Dexter. Apply here.
  • Busch's, Inc. posted a job opening for Produce Floral Manager Assistant (Full Time) in Dexter. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dexter here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Mid-Century home on the Huron is a $1.9M riverside retreat (mlive.com)

Ok Dexter! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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