The Michigan Brief: America's Morning Rundown

Monday, December 8, 2025


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An 88-year-old Michigan grocery cashier retires after a viral $1.7M fundraiser, Howell Township weighs potential data-center development, downtown Howell businesses respond to counterfeit cash incidents, Brighton schools spotlight skilled-trades careers with a new apprenticeship wall, and a Detroit worker drives 30 miles to return a lost wallet in a feel-good holiday moment.


STORY LINKS & TIMESTAMPS

0:27 - $1.7M Gift Helps Michigan Man Retire (Click On Detroit)

1:36 - Howell Township Data Center Interest (WXYZ)

2:38 - Counterfeit Bills in Howell (WHMI)

3:42 - Brighton Schools’ Apprenticeship Wall (WHMI)

4:49 - Wallet Returned with Holiday Kindness (WXYZ)

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The Michigan Brief: America's Morning RundownBy Brett Cummins