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What's up Northville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Northville’s facilities chief tackles a brand-new job the smart way
  • Which Christmas restaurants near Northville will actually be open?
  • Why Detroit’s ex-mayor is back in court from a Northville address

Also on today's calendar: 🎄 Christmas in Plymouth & The Mistletoe Market – Presented by Hines Park Lincoln and Michigan First and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Friday: Chilly with sun and clouds, with a high of 29 and low of 17 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Saturday: Cloudy, flurries; very cold, temps: high: 22, low: 4.
  • Sunday: Very cold with flurries, with a high of 21 and low of 13 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. A Playbook for Successful Job Transitions (facilitiesnet.com) — Northville Township’s facilities manager, Brandon McCullough, shares how he successfully steps into new roles overseeing complex buildings and teams he didn’t design or hire. He emphasizes months of listening, detailed facility assessments, quick but meaningful early wins, and building long-term maintenance roadmaps. His approach highlights how thoughtful leadership can improve safety, efficiency, and daily experiences in public facilities.
   

2. Detroit Restaurants Open for Christmas: Reserve Early for Popular Spots (wrif.com) — If you’re staying local for Christmas, Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse in Northville will be open for holiday dining, alongside several metro Detroit spots. The roundup also lists which big chains are open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and stresses calling ahead or reserving early because hours and availability vary by location.
   

3. Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick asks judge to pull back restitution amount (cbsnews.com) — Former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who now lists a Northville address, is asking a federal judge to end his supervised release and sharply reduce the restitution he still owes from his corruption convictions. His filing argues that asset seizures and prior payments should cut the remaining balance to about $155,000, far below the original $1.7 million order.
   

4. Livonia Stevenson coach Ken Shingledecker steps down after 14 seasons (hometownlife.com) — Northville soccer fans will recognize Livonia Stevenson coach Ken Shingledecker, who’s stepping down after a standout season that included a dramatic penalty-kick win over Northville for the KLAA title. The longtime coach leaves high school soccer to spend more time with his kids while continuing to lead club and college teams. His departure reshapes a rivalry Northville supporters know well.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Northville Art House presents the 3rd Annual “There’s Snow Place Like Northville Family Day” —Ryan Kaltenbach Read on Patch
  • A vehicle fire has been cleared on northbound I-275 after I-94.
    8:14AM on Dec 11: A vehicle fire on northbound I-275 at Tyler Road is blocking the right lane and right shoulder. (Nextdoor )
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill posted a job opening for Kitchen Leader in Northville. Apply here.
  • Nothing Bundt Cakes posted a job opening for Cake Decorator Froster Novi Full & Part Time Available in Novi. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Northville here.

Ok Northville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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