🌱 Patch AM: Why Fordson families say a game promo crossed the line

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In today's newsletter:

• Why Fordson families say a game promo crossed the line
• How a Dearborn-raised baker is feeding Metro Detroit families for free
• How much are Dearborn drivers saving at the pump this week?

Also on today's calendar: Family-Friendly Noon Year’s Eve Party.

Today's riddle: What did one magnet say to the other magnet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: A thick cloud cover, with a high of 45 and low of 28 degrees.
• Wednesday: Cloudy and colder, temps: high: 34, low: 29.
• Thursday: Cloudy with areas of drizzle, with a high of 40 and low of 30 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fordson community calls for action after controversial social media post promotes basketball game (wxyz.com) — Dearborn’s Fordson High School community is demanding action after a social media graphic promoting a game against Livonia Stevenson was criticized as culturally insensitive by Arab and Muslim families. Parents and alumni say the incident reflects ongoing harassment toward Dearborn students and are urging school leaders and athletic officials to treat it as a teaching moment and address broader behavior issues.
   

2. Livonia baker creates free food pantry to help families struggling with SNAP benefit changes (wxyz.com) — A Metro Detroit baker with roots in Dearborn has turned his Livonia shop into a free food pantry to help families hurt by recent SNAP benefit changes. He’s also adopting several struggling families for holiday dessert packages, and hopes community support will keep the pantry stocked year-round for neighbors across the region.
   

3. Michigan gas prices down 12 cents from last week, his new 2025 low before Christmas (wxyz.com) — Dearborn-area drivers are seeing some relief at the pump as Michigan’s average gas price drops to $2.73 per gallon, a new low for 2025 just before Christmas. Metro Detroit’s average is slightly higher at $2.80, still down from last week, last month, and last year, giving local commuters and holiday travelers a bit more room in their budgets.
   

4. Strong work ethic fuels Kennedy Blair's impact on MSU's success (wlns.com) — A Dearborn native is making a growing impact on Michigan State’s women’s basketball team, moving from walk-on and injury redshirt to starting point guard and assists leader. The story highlights how Kennedy Blair’s competitive Dearborn upbringing, family support, and persistence through setbacks are fueling her breakout season in East Lansing.
   

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Thursday December 25

• Dearborn Wanderlights
  Dearborn Peace Park West, 22271 W Village Dr, Dearborn
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Wednesday December 31

• Family-Friendly Noon Year’s Eve Party
  Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation , 20900 Oakwood Blvd , Dearborn
  10:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 23

• Open Skate
  Garden City, MI Calendar , 200 Log Cabin Road , Garden City
  12:00 pm
• Silent Book Club
  Caroline Kennedy Library of Dearborn Heights , 24590 George St , Dearborn Heights
  1:30 pm
• Sticks and Pucks
  Civic Ice Arena , 200 Log Cabin Road , Garden City
  1:30 pm
• Figure Skating Practice Ice
  Garden City, MI Calendar , 200 Log Cabin Road , Garden City
  3:00 pm
• Varsity Boys Basketball vs Chippewa Valley @ Hazel Pk.
  Cass Technical High School Detroit, MI 48201
  5:00 pm
• Yarn Buddies
  Melvindale Public Library Melvindale, MI 48122
  6:00 pm

Wednesday December 24

• Christmas Eve - City Offices Closed
  Wayne, MI Calendar Wayne, MI 48184
• Closed for Christmas Eve
  City of Taylor - Senior Services , 6750 Troy St. , Taylor
• Race the Space: Hot Wheels
  Bacon Memorial District Library , Multipurpose Room , Southgate
  10:00 am
• Drop In Hockey
  Civic Ice Arena , 200 Log Cabin Road , Garden City
  11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Dearborn. Apply here.
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-- The Patch AM Team

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