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Monday In The Mitten: 5 Stories To Know Aug. 5

Michiganders are honoring a longtime leader who died this weekend and a teenager was saved during a brave rescue caught on camera.

L. Brooks Patterson died Saturday at the age of 80.
L. Brooks Patterson died Saturday at the age of 80. (L. Brooks Patterson)

MICHIGAN — Happy Monday, Michiganders. As we kick off the week, we’ve rounded up the stories you need to know about in the Mitten:

Michigan starts the week with the loss of a longtime leader who shaped a county with often controversial leadership. Here's a look at the funeral arrangements for L. Brooks Patterson and how the public can honor him. Plus, meet the new Oakland County Executive here.

A gun shop owner in the south has taken aim at Michigan Congresswoman Rashia Tlaib. See what he said and how she responded.

Find out what's happening in Across Michiganfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

ICYMI, dangerous Lake Michigan waves swept away a Michigan teenager, but a brave boater was there to save her. See the rescue caught on film.

A new report sheds light on the fastest-growing jobs in Michigan. Here are the highlights.

Find out what's happening in Across Michiganfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

A popular swimming point has been closed down in Michigan. Make sure to not swim here this summer.

What story do you think was most important to Michiganders in the last week? Sound off in the comments.

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