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Hi Grand Blanc! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Do you recognize this suspect from a Grand Blanc Township carjacking?
  • How is the 115-day Genesys nurses strike affecting Grand Blanc care?
  • Why did Grand Blanc Township quote $164,000 for public records?

Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Low clouds, with a high of 36 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Friday: Ice in the morning; breezy, temps: high: 32, low: 26.
  • Saturday: Low clouds, with a high of 37 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Grand Blanc Township police seek suspect in attempted carjacking, warn public not to approach (mlive.com) — Police are asking Grand Blanc Township residents to help identify a suspect in an attempted carjacking reported Tuesday night in the Parkwood neighborhood, and warn he is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities have released an image of the man and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers of Flint & Genesee County anonymously, where tips may qualify for a reward.
   

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2. Nurses strike at Henry Ford Genesys continues through Christmas Eve (midmichigannow.com) — Nurses at Henry Ford Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc Township are continuing their strike through Christmas Eve, now at day 115, as they push for safer staffing and better working conditions. Hospital leaders say they appreciate staff still working and remain hopeful ongoing negotiations will lead to a fair agreement that protects patient care and the hospital’s financial stability.
   

3. Fighting to make public information affordable (ourmidland.com) — Grand Blanc Township officials are facing scrutiny after quoting an independent journalist a combined $164,000 for two public-records requests, largely driven by attorney review fees she argues are illegal. Her challenge, alongside a similar lawsuit in Midland, highlights growing concern that high FOIA costs across Michigan may be discouraging residents and journalists from accessing information about their local governments.
   

4. The stories that defined 2025 (deseret.com) — Residents may notice Grand Blanc mentioned nationally in a Deseret News year-end recap, which briefly recalls a church attack here alongside other major 2025 tragedies. The piece reflects on a wide range of global loss, leadership, and resilience, positioning Grand Blanc within a broader narrative of the year’s defining events.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Thank you to the woman and two young boys who brought me the beautiful poinsettia plant.
    It's lovely, and I loved receiving it! I wish your family a very Merry, Blessed Christmas and a Happy, Joyfilled New Year! (Nextdoor Williamsburg Farms)
  • This Christmas card was delivered to my home yesterday.
    The delivery address on the card is mine but Raymond Kirkland no longer lives here and I’ve owned the home four years. All the numbers I could locate… (Nextdoor Ottawa Hills)
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for House Cleaner in Burton. Apply here.
  • Ross Stores posted a job opening for Retail Associate in Burton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Grand Blanc here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I guess I’m not as sharp as I thought.
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