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🌱 Why Axalta’s Mount Clemens workers narrowly rejected a UAW union this week

Greetings Mount Clemens! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Axalta’s Mount Clemens workers narrowly rejected a UAW union this week
  • How a Mount Clemens hoops star is stepping onto CMU’s big stage
  • What human-trafficking case just concluded in Mount Clemens court?

Also on today's calendar: Preplanning Seminar with Resurrection Cemetery and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 63 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 65, low: 36.
  • Sunday: Sunshine, breezy and cooler, with a high of 48 and low of 27 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. UAW unionizing attempt defeated at Axalta plant in Mount Clemens (macombdaily.com) — Nearly 400 workers at the Axalta Coating Systems plant in Mount Clemens narrowly voted against joining the UAW this week, after a hard-fought organizing drive. Union leaders say company-paid consultants, bonuses and raises swayed the outcome, but insist the effort will resume after the legally required one-year wait, as employees remain concerned about pay, safety and a looming merger.
   

2. Women's Basketball Inks Nevaeh Williams to Open Spring Recruiting Cycle - Central Michigan University Athletics (cmuchippewas.com) — A standout Mount Clemens native and Mount Clemens High School alum, Nevaeh Williams, has committed to play her final college basketball season at Central Michigan University. The former Davenport point guard brings strong defense, scoring, and leadership, and chose CMU to stay close to home and extend her family’s connection to the university. Her success keeps Mount Clemens hoops firmly on the state map.
   

3. Man pleads to Warren human-trafficking, prostitution charges (macombdaily.com) — A Detroit man has pleaded no contest in Macomb County Circuit Court in Mount Clemens to human-trafficking and prostitution-related charges tied to a Warren motel operation. He faces lengthy prison time at a May sentencing, while more serious charges were dismissed under a plea agreement. The case highlights ongoing trafficking concerns in Macomb County courts based in Mount Clemens.
   

4. Man admits to scheme to steal vehicles from GM Tech Center lot (macombdaily.com) — Macomb County Circuit Court in Mount Clemens is handling the case of a Warren man who pleaded no contest in a scheme tied to more than $1 million in stolen luxury SUVs from the GM Tech Center. The charge, which could bring up to 20 years in prison, also covers related thefts from north Macomb County dealerships amid a broader regional spike in high-end vehicle thefts.
   

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  • There is an emergency vehicle on I-94 W reported...
    There is an emergency vehicle on I-94 W reported at 4:41 PM. "Michigan State Police ahead, please slow down and move over" (Nextdoor )
  • There is a minor accident on Van Dyke Ave reported...
    There is a minor accident on Van Dyke Ave reported at 8:28 PM. "AAA Vehicle on Site" (Nextdoor )
  • The Professional Group posted a job opening for Airport General Cleaner in Roseville. Apply here.
  • Walgreens posted a job opening for Inventory Specialist in Sterling Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mount Clemens here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Mount Clemens

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Mount Clemens

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.