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In today's newsletter:

• What led prosecutors to drop the armed robbery charge in Saline?
• How far did Saline’s middle school robotics teams advance this season?
• Can Saline gymnastics upset red‑hot Lake Fenton’s co‑op squad Friday?

Also on today's calendar: Community Mittens for Sale! and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: High clouds and not as cold, with a high of 33 and low of 29 degrees.
• Wednesday: Areas of morning fog; breezy, temps: high: 36, low: 26.
• Thursday: Windy with rain, with a high of 46 and low of 21 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man, 60, pleads guilty to robbing Saline restaurant at knifepoint (mlive.com) — A 60-year-old man has admitted to robbing the Subway restaurant on East Michigan Avenue in Saline, using a knife to steal cash in February. He pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault and larceny, with more serious charges to be dismissed under a plea deal. Sentencing is scheduled for January 20, 2026, in Washtenaw County Trial Court.
   

2. Saline Hornets Sting at State Robotic Competition (thesuntimesnews.com) — Saline Middle School’s four robotics teams just wrapped up a standout run at the Michigan FIRST Tech Challenge State Championships, earning multiple top awards and international qualifications. Teams H.I.V.E., CyBugs, Hornet Hackers, and S.W.A.R.M. all brought home honors, showcasing Saline students’ engineering skills, teamwork, and innovation on state and world stages.
   

3. LFLF gymnastics posts season-high score at Fowlerville Invite (mlive.com) — Saline High School’s gymnastics team will visit Lake Fenton this Friday for a 6:30 p.m. meet against the strong Linden/Fenton/Lake Fenton co-op, which just posted a season‑high score at the Fowlerville Invite. The article highlights LFLF’s standout individual performances and rising freshmen, setting the stage for a competitive matchup that Saline athletes and fans will care about.
   

4. Microsoft seeks rezoning for potential data center in Gaines Township (wzzm13.com) — State leaders are weighing huge data center investments, including one proposed for Saline that’s described as Michigan’s largest-ever. While this article centers on Microsoft’s rezoning request in Gaines Township, it highlights how new state energy rules and political pushback could shape whether large data centers, like the one eyed for Saline, ultimately move forward.
   

5. The Downfall Of Sherrone Moore: A Timeline Of The Michigan Scandal, Firing & Arrest (cassiuslife.com) — A high‑profile University of Michigan football scandal now has a direct Saline connection, as former head coach Sherrone Moore was detained by police in the Saline/Pittsfield Township area and later charged with multiple offenses. The piece walks readers through the investigation, firing, and legal fallout, while raising broader questions about power, accountability, and athletic department culture.
   

📸 Around Saline

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Saline

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday December 20

• Saline Indoor Farmers Market
  Liberty School, 7265 N Ann Arbor St, Saline
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Wednesday December 17

• Boys 7th Blue Basketball vs Beach Middle at Saline
  Saline Middle School Saline, MI 48176
  4:15 pm
• Boys 8th Gold Basketball vs Beach Middle at Chelsea High School
  Chelsea High School Saline, MI 48176
  5:30 pm
• Boys 8th Blue Basketball vs Beach Middle School at Saline
  Saline Middle School Saline, MI 48176
  5:30 pm
• 7th/8th/Girls/Boy Choir Winter Concert
  Saline Middle School Saline, MI 48176
  7:00 pm

Friday December 19

• Community Mittens for Sale!
  Brewed Awakenings Cafe , 7025 E Michigan Ave , Saline
  9:00 am

Monday December 22

• Christmas Around the World Pairing Dinner — Salt Springs Brewery
  Salt Springs Brewery , 117 S Ann Arbor St , Saline
  6:00 pm

Wednesday December 24

• Crafty Wednesdays
  Perfect Scenario LLC , 984 E Michigan Ave , Saline
  9:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 16

• CHS Jazz Arctic Blast Concert at the Ark
  Community High School Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  6:00 pm
• Winter Choir Concert
  Pioneer High School Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  7:30 pm

Wednesday December 17

• Planning Commission Meeting
  Ypsilanti, MI Calendar , 1 S. Huron Street , Ypsilanti
  7:00 pm

Thursday December 18

• December Lock-In
  Rawsonville Elementary School Ypsilanti, MI 48198
  5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Had a package delivered but was not there when we went to get it.
  May have blown away. My name and address are on it so if you find it please let me know. (Nextdoor Timberview Acres)

• McDonald's posted a job opening for Maintenance / Janitorial Person - Hiring Up to $19/Hour (Saline) in Saline. Apply here.
• H&R Block posted a job opening for Bookkeeper - Franchise Location in Saline. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Saline here.

Ok Saline! 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

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don't know, but April May!
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