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🌱 Patch AM: WATCH: Injured, Stranded Hiker Rescued From Mt. Diablo

And check out San Ramon Library Foundation's Mega Book Sale on the Danville Patch calendar

Wednesday September 16th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Greetings Danville! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. β˜€οΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • Helicopter crews pull badly injured hiker from Mt. Diablo cliffs
  • Danville teen's STEAM nonprofit is changing classrooms across the Bay Area
  • See where Danville's powerhouses land in this week's rankings.

Also on today's calendar: San Ramon Library Foundation's Mega Book Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunshine and some clouds, with a high of 73 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 53 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ WATCH: Injured, Stranded Hiker Rescued From Mt. Diablo (patch.com) β€” Danville readers are reminded how close-to-home outdoor emergencies can hit after an injured hiker was airlifted from steep terrain near Fossil Ridge and Summit Trail on Mount Diablo. Crews used a helicopter and rope rescue to reach the seriously hurt hiker, and officials shared practical safety tips for anyone exploring the popular trails above town.
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β€’ Danville Teen's Nonprofit Expands STEAM Access Across Bay Area (patch.com) β€” A Danville teen is turning concern about educational inequity into action through Igniting Dreams, a student-led nonprofit that builds and delivers STEAM kits to underserved Bay Area schools. Working with local volunteers, he's also organizing coat and book drives, wellness workshops, and a new Teacher Cart program, and is actively seeking more Danville-area educators and partners.
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β€’ High school football top 10: Two teams crack into Chronicle's rankings this week (sfchronicle.com) β€” Danville football fans will be glad to see San Ramon Valley and Monte Vista both firmly in the Chronicle's Top 10, with each team off to a 3-0 start and coming off dominant wins. The rankings recap big Bay Area results, highlight standout performances, and preview key upcoming matchups that could shape the rest of the high school season.
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πŸ—ž Nearby News

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  • 3 San Ramon Teens Win $5K Each In Event Innovator Competition (patch.com)
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Walnut Creek

  • Closing Soon, Walnut Creek Pet Store Shuts Down After Decade (patch.com)

Ok Danville! 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: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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