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š± Patch AM: How did Rochester Community Schools rank among Michiganās top high schools?
And on the Rochester Patch calendar - Wine & Cheese Open House
Hi there, Rochester! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
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In today's newsletter:
- How did Rochester Community Schools rank among Michigan's top high schools?
- How new Lansing bills could change health costs for Rochester teachers
Also on today's calendar: Wine & Cheese Open House and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Hot and humid with a t-storm, temps: high: 93, low: 69.
- Thursday: Not as hot with a t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Best high schools in Michigan (iosconews.com) — Rochester Community School District lands on a new list of Michigan's best high schools, highlighting strong academics and relatively large enrollment. The statewide ranking, based on Niche data, compares public and private schools on academics, diversity, activities, and resources, giving Rochester families another data point when weighing local education options. 
• Bills would help Michigan teachers pay for health care (themorningsun.com) — A Rochester teacher's rising health care costs are spotlighting how Michigan's Public Act 152 is squeezing educators' paychecks and influencing medical decisions. New bills in Lansing aim to raise districts' mandated contributions, potentially easing the burden on local teachers while reigniting partisan debate over public school funding priorities.
📸 Around Rochester
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rochester
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★ Featured events ★
- Wine & Cheese Open House →
Guardian Angel Cemetery, 4701 N Rochester Rd,
1:00 pm - Oakland/Macomb Out of the Darkness Community Walk →
Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Dr,
9:00 am
Wednesday September 9
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- Health & Wellness PSG
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce 71 Walnut, Suite 110, Rochester, MI 48307
8:30 am - Toddler Classes - Little Eagles
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Eagle Creek Academy 3739 Kern Road Lake Orion, 48363
9:30 am - Art in the Elements →
Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
10:00 am - Troy Newcomers Kick Off →
First United Methodist Church, 6363 Livernois Rd, Troy
5:30 pm - Art in the Elements Premiere Night & Tour →
Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
6:00 pm - Art in the Elements →
Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
10:00 am - Art in the Elements Premiere Evening & Tour →
Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
6:00 pm - Art in the Elements →
Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
10:00 am - Museum Public Drop-In Hours and Tours →
Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Rd, Rochester Hills
12:00 pm - Art in the Elements →
Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr, Rochester
10:00 am
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
Saturday September 5
📣 Rochester Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Qdoba Mexican Eats posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member - MI in Rochester. Apply here.
- Oakland University posted a job opening for Substitute Teacher in Rochester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rochester here.
🗞 Nearby News
Rochester Hills
- Pets of DePauw: Luna the Guide Dog (thedepauw.com)
- This is the best place to live in Florida, new ranking claims (clickorlando.com)
- Top Things to do with KIDS in Metro Detroit this Week (August 31 – September 6) (littleguidedetroit.com)
Auburn Hills
- Windshield Replacement in Auburn Hills, MI: Cost, Options & Same-Day Service (pickuptrucktalk.com)
- JD Vance campaigning at MAGA super PAC event in Michigan with John James, Mike Rogers (komonews.com)
St. Clair Shores
- JD Vance To Speak Monday In Metro Detroit (patch.com)
Ok Rochester! 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: By starting with a large fortune. (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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