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Hi there, Westfield! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which Westfield writers will have books on local shelves
  • Where does Westfield High really rank among Indiana's best schools?
  • Why Westfield's big Brownsburg rematch may battle TV cameras

Also on today's calendar: Nature Walks and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, temps: high: 79, low: 63.
  • Saturday: Warmer with clouds and sun, with a high of 88 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Westfield library foundation announces writing contest winners (youarecurrent.com subscription) — Westfield residents can celebrate three local authors whose winning stories from the Library Foundation's 2026 Children's Book Writing Contest will soon be on the shelves at Westfield Washington Public Library. With winners from Westfield Middle School and other community members, the contest honored America's 250th birthday and highlighted the town's strong support for youth literacy and creative storytelling.
   

• Hoosier Enquirer 2026 High School Rankings: Indiana's 20 Best Public and Private High Schools (hoosierenquirer.com) — Westfield families will notice Westfield High School ranked No. 13 among Indiana's top 20 public and private high schools in this statewide analysis. The piece compares Westfield with nearby powerhouses like Carmel, Fishers and Brownsburg, stressing that strong public options can rival elite private academies and that the "best" school still depends on each student's needs and goals.
   

• Friday nights in the fall should be reserved for high school football, NFHS leader says (coachad.com) — Westfield High School's rematch at Brownsburg, a repeat of last year's Class 6A title game, is cited as an example of how Friday night high school football can be overshadowed by televised college games. NFHS director Davis Whitfield urges major conferences and TV networks to stop scheduling college matchups on Fridays so communities like Westfield can fully rally around their local teams.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I want to brag on someone really quick!
    Dominic has helped me out now twice with hauling needs when I was in a pinch. He is excellent at communicating, showing up, and keeping the process… (Nextdoor Wheeler)
  • Need tech help at home?
    Don helped a client of mine today w TV issues they were having. Great all around! Retired Army, West Point grad. Very professional! (Nextdoor Springmill Villas & Towns)
  • Bath & Body Works posted a job opening for Retail Sales Support-CLAY TERRACE MALL in Westfield. Apply here.
  • Meijer posted a job opening for Grocery Lead in Westfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Westfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

Carmel

  • 37-year-old Noblesville man dies in single-car crash near Carmel High School (wthr.com)
  • Carmel High School senior writes, directs one-act play (youarecurrent.com)
  • People, pets experience healing therapies together at unique Carmel spa (youarecurrent.com)

Noblesville

  • Noblesville Creates to hold inaugural Creative Economy Pitch Night (youarecurrent.com)

Ok Westfield! 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: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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