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Hi there, Novi! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Novi’s Colin Edwards is poised for a breakout season
  • Why this deadly DUI case is headed to Novi’s courthouse

Also on today's calendar: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service and 2 more events.

Find out what's happening in Novifor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did the balloon say to the doctor? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Novifor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny; breezy, colder, with a high of 28 and low of 21 degrees.
  • Monday: A bit of snow and sleet, temps: high: 35, low: 30.
  • Tuesday: Low clouds, with a high of 43 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Best forwards in Michigan high school Division 1 boys basketball (coach survey results) (mlive.com) — Novi hoops fans will want to keep an eye on senior forward Colin Edwards, whom coaches expect to move into the starting lineup and become the Wildcats’ leading scorer this season. He’s one of many forwards statewide highlighted in a coach-driven survey of top Division 1 boys basketball players for 2025-26.
   

• Sterling Heights man charged after deadly drunk driving crash in Commerce Township (clickondetroit.com) — A Sterling Heights man is facing a felony charge after police say he caused a deadly drunk driving crash in Commerce Township, and he’s now due in Novi’s 52-1 District Court on Dec. 30. Investigators allege excessive speed and alcohol contributed to the September crash that killed a 30-year-old driver and injured a Wixom woman. Novi residents may see case updates coming from their local courthouse.
   

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  • The crash on southbound M-10 at M-39 has been cleared.
    3:15AM on Dec 20: All lanes on southbound M-10 at M-39 are blocked due to a crash, and the freeway is closed. (Nextdoor )
  • Looking for a ride from Novi to DTW tomorrow at 7am.
    Will need an suv for two passengers and two large suitcases. Please recommend services you’ve used before. TIA (Nextdoor Taft Novi, 10-11 Mile)
  • Burlington Coat Factory Corporation posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Novi. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Wixom

  • Best guards in Michigan high school Division 1 girls basketball (coach survey results) (mlive.com)

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  • Man accused of killing Oakland County restaurant manager bound over to circuit court (clickondetroit.com)
  • Newmark expands Phoenix industrial team; NAI Capital hires chase retail business; Harbor Logistics adds executive (costar.com)
  • Alex DeBrincat has been the cornerstone of the Red Wings' success (octopusthrower.com)

Farmington Hills

Ok Novi! 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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