🌱 Patch AM: What happened during the medical emergency at Dexter’s Station #2?

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In today's newsletter:

• What happened during the medical emergency at Dexter’s Station #2?
• How will the new Parker–Shield traffic light change your commute?
• What did Dexter residents see in shocking 1869 “miracle cure” ads?

Also on today's calendar: Drop- In Lego Club Grades K-8 and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: I think I’ll wear only one boot today. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Cloudy, a little snow; breezy, with a high of 29 and low of 12 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
• Thursday: Cold with flurries, temps: high: 23, low: 17.
• Friday: Low clouds and chilly, with a high of 26 and low of 15 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• A Serious Medical Emergency at Dexter Area Fire Station #2 (thesuntimesnews.com) — Emergency crews at Dexter Area Fire Station #2 worked unsuccessfully to revive a man who arrived unresponsive by vehicle on the snowy morning of December 29. Firefighters from Stations 2 and 3, Huron Valley Ambulance, and Washtenaw County Sheriff’s deputies all responded. The sheriff’s office is investigating, and more details are expected when next of kin are notified.
   

• A Traffic Light Is Coming to One of Dexter's Busiest Intersections (thesuntimesnews.com) — Drivers who use Parker and Shield roads near Dexter can expect a new traffic signal in spring 2026, aimed at easing congestion at one of the area’s busiest intersections. Funded by a $280,000 federal carbon reduction grant, the project will keep the intersection open but bring lane restrictions and flaggers during construction. Plan ahead if this is part of your daily route.
   

• Life Back Then: When 'Free Cures' and 'Non-Explosive Lamps' Were Cutting-Edge (thesuntimesnews.com) — A peek into an 1869 issue of the Dexter Leader shows how local residents once faced bold, often dubious ads for “free cures” and even “non-explosive lamps.” The story compares those 19th-century marketing tactics to today’s online pitches, highlighting how little the psychology of persuasion has really changed.
   

📸 Around Dexter

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Dexter

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Thursday January 1

• We the People
  Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130

Saturday January 3

• Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
  Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
  9:00 am
• Drop-in Wish & Treasure Box Craft
  Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
  11:00 am
• Mug Decorating and Hot Cocoa Bar
  Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
  2:00 pm

Monday January 5

• Drop- In Lego Club Grades K-8
  Dexter District Library , 3255 Alpine , Dexter
  4:30 pm

Wednesday January 7

• Drop-in Preschool Winter Crafts
  Dexter District Library Dexter, MI 48130
  11:00 am
• Drop-In Preschool Winter Crafts
  Dexter District Library , 3255 Alpine , Dexter
  11:00 am
• Chess Club for Kids and Teens
  Dexter District Library , 3255 Alpine , Dexter
  6:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday December 31

• NTAL Wednesday Story Time
  Northfield Township Area Library , 125 Barker Rd. , Whitmore Lake
  11:00 am
• Seniors for Healthy Choices
  Chelsea Senior Center , 512 Washington St , Chelsea
  1:00 pm
• New Year’s Eve Party
  2|42 Community Center - Brighton , 7526 Grand River Ave , Brighton
  3:00 pm
• New Year’s Eve Party | Brighton
  7526 Grand River Ave , Brighton
  8:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Happy Monday!
  If you’re heading back to work today, be aware that dropping temperatures and high winds may create slick road conditions. Take it slow, allow… (Nextdoor )
• The high winds overnight have damaged trees and brought down power lines in Southeast Michigan.
  The windy conditions are expected to continue today and crews are working to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible. Please remember to… (Nextdoor )

• Travel America / Petro - TA Operating, LLC posted a job opening for Store Cashier I in Dexter. Apply here.
• Isaac Saucedo - State Farm Agent posted a job opening for Account Associate - State Farm Agent Team Member in Dexter. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dexter here.

🗞 Nearby News

Chelsea

• Growing Up in Chelsea Recalled Through 1950s and '60s Memories (thesuntimesnews.com)
• Chelsea District Library Ringing in 2026 With New Community Read (chelseaupdate.com)
• Chelsea city manager search draws dozens of applicants (wemu.org)

Ann Arbor

• From libraries to stores, Ann Arbor aims to add 50 EV charging stations across city (mlive.com)

Clinton

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-- The Patch AM Team

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