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Also, don't miss Sylvaris LARP December 2025 on the Howell Patch calendar
Good day Howell! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Where Howell hunters can turn deer into meals for Michigan families
- Howell High’s Bryce Kish just landed his first Big Ten offer
- Why are Howell data centers sparking protests while Southfield’s plan advances?
Also on today's calendar: Preschool Christmas Pajama Party and 7 more events.
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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Colder with a flurry around, with a high of 26 and low of 12 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Friday: Cloudy, flurries; chilly, temps: high: 29, low: 15.
- Saturday: A little snow in the p.m., with a high of 20 and low of 7 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Michigan hunters donate 140,000 pounds of venison through DNR's statewide feeding program (wzmq19.com) — Hunters in and around Howell can donate deer at Great Lakes Custom Meats & More, one of several processors turning venison into food pantry meals statewide. Through the DNR’s Hunters Feeding Michigan program, donated deer are ground, paid for by the state, and quickly distributed as lean protein to families in need throughout the season. 
• Michigan ATH Bryce Kish discusses recent Minnesota visit and offer (on3.com subscription) — Howell High School standout Bryce Kish, a 2027 Michigan athlete, just picked up his first Big Ten and Power Four offer during a visit to the University of Minnesota. Kish described an electric game-day atmosphere, a strong family culture under Coach Fleck, and the surprise of receiving a full-ride offer in front of his dad. He also holds offers from several other Division I programs.
• City of Southfield mulls proposal for new data center, one developers say will recycle its water (cbsnews.com) — Proposed data centers in Howell and Saline Township are drawing protests, while Southfield officials are weighing a smaller, water‑recycling facility that city leaders say better fits its neighborhood. The Southfield council has delayed a decision, asking the developer for more details on energy use and technology, and is inviting public comment at its next meeting.
📸 Around Howell
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Howell
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★ Featured events ★
- Sylvaris LARP December 2025
Chenango Lake Retreat, 6458 Richardson Rd, Howell
4:00 pm
Friday December 12
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Other local events
- HHS Choir Concert
HCS Performing Arts Center
7:00 pm - HMS Choir Concert @ PAC (old h.s.)
Hartland Middle School at Ore Creek Howell, MI 48843
7:00 pm - Morning Holiday Meet & Greet - Hartland Insurance Agency
Hartland Area Chamber of Commerce , 2532 Old US 23 , Hartland
8:00 am - HMS - NJHS P.J. Party Lock-in Fundraiser
Hartland Middle School at Ore Creek Howell, MI 48843
5:00 pm - Not Tipping Over | Howell 12/12
Highlander Aquatic & Fitness Center , 1224 W Grand River Ave , Howell
6:30 pm - Winter Whimsy Marketplace
HESSC performing arts Center , 9525 E Highland Rd , Howell
9:00 am - Jolly Jigsaw Jam Puzzle Competition (Ages 12+)
Oceola Community Center (Howell Recreation) , 1661 N Latson Rd , Howell
9:30 am - Preschool Christmas Pajama Party
2755 Arena Dr , Hartland
10:30 am - Wicked Party at Bounce
2755 Arena Dr , Hartland
5:00 pm
Thursday December 11
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Monday December 15
Saturday December 20
📣 Howell Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Holistic Networking Group — Brighton Light House
Brighton Light House , 142 Brighton Lake Rd , Brighton
10:00 am - Michelle Tokan Retirement Party
South Lyon Hotel , 201 West Lafayette , South Lyon
4:00 pm - Brighton Bulldogs vs Clarkston Wolves
Brighton Fieldhouse , 4740 Bauer Rd , Brighton
4:00 pm - Eastern Boys JV Basketball @ Fowlerville
Fowlerville High School , 700 N Grand St , Fowlerville
5:30 pm
Thursday December 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- HELPING PLACE PUPPIES
HI all, me again with some puppies that will need some warm and loving homes. I had so many people reach out about the past shepherd husky’s and labs… (Nextdoor West Coon Lake) - Rescued cat needs loving, permanent home.
Bertie was found abandoned in a mobile home park and was fed throughout the summer by a resident. She asked us for help with Bertie (and her babies)… (Nextdoor Latson)
- Guess?, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal - Stock Associate in Howell. Apply here.
- Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Howell. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Howell here.
🗞 Nearby News
Fowlerville
- Fowlerville FFA Unveils New Agricultural Education Facility (whmi.com)
- 10 Most Memorable MI Animal Stories Of 2025 (patch.com)
- Woolford Honored As MIRS Freshman Legislator Of The Year (whmi.com)
Brighton
- BAS to Continue Current School Choice Enrollment (whmi.com)
- Progress report: Louie Copley (wordpress.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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