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In today's newsletter:
- How upcoming Parkway lane closures could affect your Huntsville evening drive
- Meet the 108-year-old educator inspiring generations in Huntsville
- How Huntsville landed a world championship and millions in tourism
Also on today's calendar: Coffee With Candidates and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Hot with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 97 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 91, low: 73.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 89 and low of 72 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Nighttime resurfacing of North Memorial Parkway to begin next week in Huntsville (yellowhammertimes.com) — Nighttime resurfacing on North Memorial Parkway in Huntsville starts Tuesday, Sept. 8, bringing single-lane closures from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. The $2 million project covers 3.5 miles between Country Club Avenue and Cedarama Drive, with completion expected in late fall, so plan your evening commutes accordingly. 
2. Woman believed to be Huntsville's oldest resident turns 108 (whnt.com) — A beloved 108-year-old Huntsville resident, former educator and breast cancer survivor, is being celebrated as possibly the city's oldest living person. Surrounded by family, she shared how faith, service, and perseverance have shaped her life and continue inspiring generations across Huntsville.
3. Para-cycling world championships underway in Huntsville (whnt.com) — Huntsville is hosting the Para-cycling Road World Championships this weekend, bringing about 350 elite para-athletes from 49 countries to compete for gold. Races run through Monday and are expected to draw over 2,000 visitors and generate more than $4.1 million for the local economy.
4. Huntsville teacher arrested on child sex crime charge (whnt.com) — A Huntsville City Schools teacher at the Academy for Academics and Arts Middle School has been placed on leave and barred from campuses after being arrested on a charge of electronic solicitation of a child. District officials say they are cooperating with law enforcement and emphasize that student safety remains their top priority.
5. Police Ask for Help Finding Missing 67-Year-Old Alabaster Man Who May Be in Huntsville Area After Last Being Seen Near Southbrook Village Shopping Center (parktelegraph.com) — Police say a 67-year-old man reported missing in Alabaster may now be in the Huntsville area, and they're asking local residents to watch for him, especially around shopping centers and busy commercial spots. Because he may have a condition affecting his judgment, anyone who thinks they've seen him is urged to contact Alabaster police or call 911 immediately.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Huntsville
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★ Featured events ★
- IBN Evening Social – Huntsville AL (South) →
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5:30 pm
Monday September 7
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Other local events
- Coffee With Candidates →
Democratic HQ, 224 Church St NW, Huntsville
9:00 am - Nothing But Number Ones →
Huntsville-Madison County Public Library, 915 Monroe St SW, Huntsville
2:00 pm - Volleyball at Hartselle
Huntsville Junior High School Huntsville, AL 35801
4:30 pm - Teen Craft: Pressed Flower Bookmarks →
South Huntsville Public Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
4:00 pm - Williams Volleyball at Morris/McNair
Williams Middle School 4801 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville, AL 35805, USA
4:00 pm - Volleyball City Match at Hampton Cove (Hampton Cove/Chapman)
Huntsville Junior High School 261-B Old 431 Hwy, Owens Cross Roads, AL 35763, USA
4:00 pm - Meet the Author: Robert Bailey at the Madison Senior Center →
Madison Public Library, 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison
12:00 pm - Pens, Pencils, and Pages →
Monrovia Public Library, 254 Allen Drake Dr, Huntsville
1:00 pm - The MAD Movie-A-Thon-O-Rama →
Madison Public Library, 142 Plaza Blvd, Madison
6:00 pm - Reel Classics Film Series →
South Huntsville Public Library, 7901-L Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville
2:00 pm - Hops & Harvest →
Huntsville Botanical Garden, 4747 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville
5:30 pm
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Saturday September 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Found dog running on Indian Creek near Blake Bottom intersection.
Blue rope type leash was still attached. Looking for owner happy to drive to drop off. (Nextdoor Split Oaks/Lynns Crossing) - *Owner found!
* Lost dog on Parliament* Cute little tater tot seems to be on an adventure on Parliament Drive. Anyone know who its human is? If (s)he's yours,… (Nextdoor English Village)
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Records Clerk II (Sheriff) in Huntsville. Apply here.
- Brinker International posted a job opening for QA/Expeditor - Jones Valley Chili's in Huntsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Huntsville here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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