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And on the Fenton Patch calendar - Bounce Open House

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Hello Fenton! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will the Owen Road widening change your Fenton commute?
  • How did Fenton and Lake Fenton teams fare in league play?
  • Why a Fenton Lions superfan is selling his beloved basement collection

Also on today's calendar: Bounce Open House and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 70 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunshine and pleasant, temps: high: 71, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 61 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Genesee County Road Commission to Widen Owen Road in Fenton (wcrz.com) — Drivers in Fenton can expect Owen Road to be widened next year, with a new sidewalk and center turn lane planned for the busy stretch near major shops and restaurants. The piece also notes Silver Lake Parkway is slated for repaving in 2028 and invites residents to think about other needed road improvements around town.
   

• Flint-area prep sports roundup for Sept. 14: Fenton, Powers Catholic stay unbeaten in soccer (mlive.com) — Fenton athletes had a strong showing in Flint-area competition, with the boys soccer team staying perfect after a 2-1 win over Owosso and the golf squad topping Linden behind balanced scoring. Lake Fenton teams also featured prominently, including a hard-fought soccer loss to Flushing and a five-set volleyball win over Goodrich, highlighting a busy night for local high school sports.
   

• Inside a Detroit Lions fan's incredible den. Now he's looking for 1 buyer (bnd.com) — A longtime Detroit Lions superfan from Fenton is selling most of his massive basement collection of team memorabilia and hopes to find one dedicated buyer to keep it together. He's keeping a few sentimental items tied to family, friends, and former Lion Johnnie Morton, but says it's time for another fan to give the collection a new home.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Came out quickly.
    Fixed my garage door and educated me on how to do things myself. Great company. Thank you (Nextdoor Eastside Fenton)
  • Has anyone else had an explosion of bees in the last week or so?
    No problems at all the whole summer, then all hell broke loose. (Nextdoor N Fenton)
  • SPECTRUM posted a job opening for Retail Sales Specialist - Part-Time in Fenton. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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Grand Blanc

  • Grand Blanc resiliency center opens ahead of anniversary of LDS church attack (wwmt.com)
  • Rep. Martin honors 9/11 victims alongside Grand Blanc Township police lieutenant (gophouse.org)

Ok Fenton! 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: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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