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🌱 How Mitchell’s marching band dominated the Paoli Invitational this weekend
You won't want to miss Tiny Tot Board Book Club on the Mitchell Patch calendar
Greetings Mitchell! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Mitchell's marching band dominated the Paoli Invitational this weekend
- Why Eastern Greene's coach called Mitchell's 24–12 loss an "ugly win"
- Lawrence County remembers Jerry Lee Floerke and his community service
Also on today's calendar: Discover the world of tea with us. and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Hot and humid with sunshine, with a high of 93 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Hot and humid with some sun, temps: high: 93, low: 70.
- Thursday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 92 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Mitchell Marching Band sweeps top honors at Paoli Invitational (wbiw.com) — Mitchell's marching band just swept Class A at the Paoli Invitational, taking first place plus awards for Best Auxiliary and Best Marching Band. Their high-energy "Club Fuego" Latin jazz show wowed judges and crowds, giving the Mitchell ensemble strong momentum as they head into the rest of their 2026 competition season. 
• Multiple threats adding up to wins for Bloomington North football (tmnews.com) — Bloomington North's football surge shares space with a hard-fought matchup where Eastern Greene topped Mitchell 24–12 after a long, penalty-filled night. Despite coming in winless against a brutal early schedule, Mitchell's squad earned praise for playing tough, physical football that kept the game within reach throughout.
• Obituary: Jerry Lee Floerke (wbiw.com) — A former member of Mitchell Masonic Lodge #228, Jerry Lee Floerke of Bedford has passed away at 72, remembered as a devoted family man who loved the outdoors and supporting his grandchildren. Visitation and funeral services are set for Wednesday, September 16, in Bedford, with memorial donations invited to the Mitchell Masonic Lodge in his honor.
📸 Around Mitchell
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Mitchell
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Wednesday September 16
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Other local events
- Discover the world of tea with us. →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
6:00 pm - 79th Annual Persimmon Festival →
Mitchell IN - Candlelight Tour →
Spring Mill State Park, 3333 State Road 60 East, Mitchell
4:00 pm - Teen Time at the Library! →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
3:00 pm - Board of Works Meeting →
Mitchell IN - Teen Time at the Library! →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
3:00 pm - Rural Dementia Network Presentation →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
6:00 pm - Kids Book Club →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
6:00 pm - Rural Dementia Network Presentation →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
11:00 am - October Scavenger Hunt →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell - Mitchell Walking Tour →
Mitchell Community Public Library, 804 Main Street, Mitchell
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Thursday September 17
Saturday September 19
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Thursday September 24
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Papa John's posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Mitchell. Apply here.
- Life Care Centers of America posted a job opening for Dietary Aide in Mitchell. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mitchell here.
🗞 Nearby News
Bedford
- September Lunch and Learn: Your Project. Your Financing Options (businessdailynetwork.com)
- Obituary: Sandra Lue Hunter (wbiw.com)
French Lick
- Religious gatherings this week in Southern Indiana: Sept. 13-19 (southernindianatoday.com)
Bloomington
- IBJ Podcast: Pigasus Pictures takes big swing with $10M movie 'Little Five,' filmed in Bloomington (ibj.com)
- FOR SALE: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Restomod by Jeff Hayes (corvsport.com)
- Bloomington man dies after motorcycle crash (heraldtimesonline.com)
Ok Mitchell! 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: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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