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Farmington Hills, Michigan Patch AM: a 5 min read

What's up Farmington Hills! 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 are Farmington Hills home prices rising while sales slow?
  • What does Michigan’s new population data mean for Farmington Hills?
  • When can Farmington Hills shoppers snag Trader Joe’s mystery packs?

Also on today's calendar: Evergreen: An Artisan Holiday Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: There was a pink man who lived in a one story pink house. Everything he had was pink. What color were the stairs? 🤔 (Answer below!)

☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official Michigan election resources: Find your polling place | Register to vote | Check your registration | Vote by mail or absentee | Early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Warmer with some brightening, with a high of 73 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Rain most of the time, temps: high: 64, low: 53.
  • Thursday: Cloudy, a shower in the p.m., with a high of 61 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Oakland homes sales down, but prices are up (theoaklandpress.com) — Farmington Hills homebuyers and sellers are seeing fewer sales but higher prices, with condo transactions down about 10% this year even as median prices climbed. A recent Cross Creek condo sale that drew 11 offers and closed well over asking highlights how well-priced, well-kept properties here can still move quickly despite rising mortgage rates.
   

• Census: Michigan loses 12,575 residents, but Lansing posts biggest city gain (wowo.com) — Farmington Hills was among several large Michigan cities estimated to have lost about 800 residents last year, even as Lansing, Detroit, and Grand Rapids grew. New census figures also show Michigan’s overall population dipped slightly, while household income, electric vehicle ownership, and education levels continue to shift compared with national averages.
   

• When is Trader Joe's mystery pack coming back in Michigan? See details (bnd.com) — Shoppers in Farmington Hills can soon grab Trader Joe’s $2.99 mystery packs, each hiding three limited‑edition reusable shopping bags, as the promotion returns to Michigan stores in early November. With last year’s packs selling out quickly, local fans may want to check the Farmington Hills location early if they hope to snag the surprise designs.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I have to say kudos to the teens who were out trick or treating in our neighborhood last night.
    #1, all of them were in costume, not street clothes, #2, they were all incredibly polite and #3, I left a large bowl of candy out on my porch once… (Nextdoor Tuck / Shiawassee)
  • Is anyone missing a young cat?
    This one just showed up on our deck. Seems to be looking for his home. Friendly, but shy… gave it some food. Seems to be less than a year old. DM me… (Nextdoor Indianbrook)
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Team Lead - Part-Time in Farmington. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Farmington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Farmington Hills here.

🗞 Nearby News

Farmington

  • Notice of Public Hearing - Zoning Board of Appeals (farmgov.com)
  • Football Roundup: North Farmington opens playoffs with 27-26 win at Ferndale (theoaklandpress.com)
  • Farmington's Annual Haunted Market Draws Thousands for Halloween Celebration (yournews.com)

Novi

  • Novi voters to decide on renewal of capital improvements millage (clickondetroit.com)
  • Why more seniors are discovering Fox Run in Novi (freep.com)
  • Digital Engagement Lead, Automotive Marketing (harman.com)

Royal Oak

  • Moss Vs. Baker For U.S. House: MI 2026 Live Election Preview (patch.com)

Ok Farmington Hills! 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: "There was a pink man who lived in a one story pink house. Everything he had was pink. What color were the stairs?" — There were no stairs. (Thank you Ro B. for sending it in!)
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