Coffee in hand, Apple Valley? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Hit-and-run on Highway 18 leaves Apple Valley family grieving
- How 137 Apple Valley neighbors got free eye exams and glasses
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Thursday: Sunshine; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 52 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Sunshine; breezy in the p.m., temps: high: 85, low: 52.
- Saturday: Chance of a p.m. shower, with a high of 90 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Cassidy Kelsay dies in hit-and-run crash on State Highway 18 (newsline.com) — A 41-year-old Apple Valley man, Cassidy Kelsay, died after being struck by a vehicle on State Highway 18 in Apple Valley early August 28, with the driver fleeing the scene. Authorities say no suspect vehicle description is yet available, while Kelsay's family has launched a GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses and seek accountability.
• Free Apple Valley vision screening serves 137 community members (vvdailypress.com) — Apple Valley residents recently packed a free vision screening at the AVUSD Educational Support Center, where 137 people received eye health consultations and 100 went home with free recycled glasses. Organized by Apple Valley Unified and the Apple Valley Sunrise Lions, the event especially helped local youth overcome cost barriers to basic vision care, with volunteers from Apple Valley High School pitching in.
📸 Around Apple Valley
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Wednesday September 9 - DAAPAC Mtg. #1/DO
Sitting Bull Academy Apple Valley, CA 92308
6:00 pm - District African American Parent Advisory Committee (DAAPAC) Meetin
Phoenix Academy Apple Valley Unified School District, 12555 Navajo Rd, Apple Val
6:00 pm
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🗓 Events Nearby
Thursday September 3 - HS Volleyball v Academy Careers & Exploration
University Preparatory School The Academy of Careers and Exploration, 13943 Rivers Edge Rd, Helendale, CA 92342, USA
5:30 pm Friday September 4 - Sultana Football (Home) vs Adelanto
Hollyvale Elementary Victorville, CA 92392
7:00 pm - Hesperia HS-Varsity Football, Home vs Jordan/LB HS
Hollyvale Elementary Hesperia High School, 9898 Maple Ave, Hesperia, CA 92345, USA
7:00 pm Tuesday September 8 - STUDENT STORE CLOSED
Cobalt Institute of Math & Science Victorville, CA 92392 - HS Girls Volleyball v Silver valley
University Preparatory School GYM
4:30 pm - Sultana Volleyball (Home) vs Rialto
Hollyvale Elementary Victorville, CA 92392
5:15 pm Thursday September 10 - HS Volleyball (HOME-AAE)
Victor Valley Union High School District VICTORVILLE, CA 92395
4:30 pm - HS Girls Volleyball v Silverado
University Preparatory School GYM
5:30 pm Friday September 11 - Topaz - Pancakes for Patriots
Hollyvale Elementary Victorville, CA 92392
7:45 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- LOST!!!
This is our "Bobby". He is always at our side. But we were at a neighbor's house a few days ago, and some other, larger dogs tried to attack him. He… (Nextdoor Meriana) - This beautiful dog was found in Apple Valley.
A kind citizen is holding until owner is found. Does anyone know this dog? (Nextdoor Los Ranchos)
- Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Apple Valley. Apply here.
- Ulta Beauty, Inc. posted a job opening for Merchandise Manager in Apple Valley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Apple Valley here.
🗞 Nearby News
Victorville
- Second alleged racer charged with double murder in Victorville crash (vvdailypress.com)
- California city temporarily takes over municipal golf course operations (usatoday.com)
- Victor Valley College to host annual 9/11 flag event (vvdailypress.com)
Hesperia
- 700 Vehicles Pass Through Hesperia DUI Checkpoint On August 28; 60 Citations Issued (vvng.com)
- Will Aaron Donald play in Rams' season opener vs. 49ers? (vvdailypress.com)
Ok Apple Valley! 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: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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