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Good day Brighton! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a Brighton senior’s wellness app stood out in Congress’ tech contest.
- Did you know a TV icon now calls Brighton home?
Also on today's calendar: 5th annual MODEL RAILROAD SALE and 6 more events.
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Today's riddle: I am on a seafood diet. 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Find out what's happening in Brightonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Sunday: Windy with snow showers, with a high of 32 and low of 27 degrees.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, temps: high: 38, low: 29.
- Tuesday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 41 and low of 34 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Brighton HS senior wins third in 7th District Congressional App Competition (thelivingstonpost.com) — Brighton High School senior Cayla Marzban earned third place in U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett’s 7th District 2025 Congressional App Competition with her wellness app, Ves, designed to help users avoid burnout. Her recognition highlights Brighton’s presence in a growing national coding challenge that draws thousands of middle and high school students across the country. 
• Melissa Gilbert Said Being a Grandparent with Husband Timothy Busfield Was 'Absolutely Heavenly' in 2023 Interview (people.com) — Brighton residents may be surprised to learn that actress Melissa Gilbert now calls Brighton home, even as she spends much of her time on a farm in New York. In this profile, she reflects on her marriage to Timothy Busfield, their eight grandchildren, and how aging has shifted her priorities, all amid new legal allegations Busfield faces that the couple has not publicly addressed.
📸 Around Brighton
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Brighton
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★ Featured events ★
- Junk for Joy! — Brighton Light House
Brighton Light House, 142 Brighton Lake Rd, Brighton
6:30 pm
Monday January 12
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Other local events
- Whitmore Lake Leads Referral Group
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Captain Joe's Grill 9901 N. Main Road Whitmore Lake
1:00 pm - New Member Orientation
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Brighton Light House 142 Brighton Lake Road Brighton, MI 48116
9:00 am - Referral Group - Midday Connect
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce 218 E. Grand River Brighton, MI 48116 Conference Room on the first floor
11:30 am - Book Club - Finer Things
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Northfield Township Area Library 125 Barker Rd. Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
1:00 pm - CareGivers Connection
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Community Bible Church 7372 Grand River Rd. Brighton, MI 48114 We meet in the Hive classroom.
6:00 pm - Recovery in the Spirit
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce Community Bible Church 7372 Grand River Rd. Brighton, MI 48114 We meet in the Big Room classroom.
6:30 pm - Built to Last: Marketing That Works in 2026
The Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce 2 Dandelions Book Store Downtown Brighton
8:00 am - 5th annual MODEL RAILROAD SALE
2|42 Community Church | Brighton , 7526 Grand River Ave , Brighton
10:00 am
Monday January 12
Tuesday January 13
Wednesday January 14
Saturday January 24
📣 Brighton Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- FREE Secunda Second Sundays
Arthur Secunda Museum , 3750 Cleary Dr , Howell
1:00 pm - Sourdough 101 Hands-On Workshop!
Willow Greenhouse , 7839 Curtis Rd , Northville
2:00 pm - Plant bingo at the Howell Nature Center!
Howell Nature Center , 1005 Triangle Lake Rd , Howell
2:30 pm - Hobbit House Incense Burner
The Ceramic Studio Etc... , 4132 E Grand River Ave , Howell
3:00 pm
Sunday January 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Genoa Township hosted a productive Town Hall regarding the former DNR property at the SE Corner of Brighton & Chilson Roads on Wednesday evening.
There were 30 people in attendance and an additional 30 who tuned in via YouTube. Thanks to everyone who participated. Spencer Kellum of K2… (Nextdoor ) - Supervisor's Board of Trustees Meeting Summary Notes from Monday, January 5, 2026:
- All members of the Board were present. - 3 people spoke at Call to the Public - The Consent Agenda was amended to move the 12/15/25 meeting… (Nextdoor )
- Meijer, Inc. posted a job opening for Overnight Stocking in Brighton. Apply here.
- Molly Maid posted a job opening for Residential Housekeeper in Brighton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brighton here.
🗞 Nearby News
South Lyon
- Penalties hurt Mona Shores in Day 1 loss to Birmingham Unified in 36th Annual Stan Konrad Hockey Showcase (localsportsjournal.com)
Howell
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-- The Patch AM Team
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