🌱 Patch AM: How Linn-Mar’s shrinking enrollment could still crowd the high school

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In today's newsletter:

• How Linn-Mar's shrinking enrollment could still crowd the high school
• Where Allen's Orchard ranks among the area's best fall getaways

Also on today's calendar: A French Victorian Dessert Tea at the Historic Granger House and 4 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: Humid with a shower or two, with a high of 73 and low of 64 degrees.
• Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 74, low: 68.
• Saturday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Linn-Mar High School projected to near capacity as district enrollment declines (cbs2iowa.com) — Linn-Mar High School in Marion is expected to hit about 98% capacity next school year, even as overall district enrollment is projected to decline over the next several years. Consultants' projections, which guide facility and boundary decisions, suggest Linn-Mar could lose roughly 400 students, potentially affecting future state funding and long-term planning.
   

• The 6 best Iowa City area pumpkin patches, orchards for fall fun (press-citizen.com) — Allen's Orchard in Marion is highlighted as a go-to spot for you-pick apples, fresh donuts, hayrack rides, and kid-friendly activities this fall. The roundup also points you to several other nearby pumpkin patches and orchards, giving Marion families plenty of options for weekend outings as autumn begins.
   

📸 Around Marion

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Marion

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★ Featured events ★

Friday September 25
• Do Portugal Circus - Lindale Mall →
  Lindale Mall, 4444 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids
  7:30 pm

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Other local events

Friday September 18
• Freshman/Sophomore Football - Mason City vs Marion
  Marion High School > Marion Stadium
  5:00 pm
• Varsity Football - Mason City vs Marion
  Marion High School > Marion Stadium
  7:30 pm
Sunday September 20
• A French Victorian Dessert Tea at the Historic Granger House →
  The Granger House Victorian Museum, 970 10th Street, Marion
Monday September 21
• Varsity Girls Tennis - Marion vs Waverly-Shell Rock
  Waverly-Shell Rock High School
  4:00 pm
• Freshman Volleyball - Linn-Mar vs Marion
  Marion High School > Red Gym
  5:00 pm
• Junior Varsity Volleyball - Marion vs Springville
  Springville High School
  5:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday September 17
• Real Estate Today Show Breakfast →
  Scottish Rite Temple, 616 A Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids
  8:30 am
• Metta Yoga - Gentle →
  120 East Boyson Road, Hiawatha
  9:30 am
• Metta Yoga - Chair →
  120 East Boyson Road, Hiawatha
  10:45 am
• 9/11 Day of Service - Prairie Seed Harvest →
  Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center, 120 E Boyson Road, Hiawatha
  1:30 pm
• Coats for Kids Tour - With KCRG →
  Lion Bridge Brewing Company, 59 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
  4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Excellent food and delicious ice cream creations for dessert!
  Best Tenderloins, soups, specialty sandwiches around! (Nextdoor 10th Street)
• 💦 Tiny swimmers, big first steps!
  Puddlejumpers at Bender Pool introduces ages 6 months-3 years to kicking, underwater exploration and safe pool entry and exit with a parent. … (Nextdoor )

• Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Team Member in Marion. Apply here.
• WALGREENS posted a job opening for Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Available in Marion. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marion here.

🗞 Nearby News

Cedar Rapids

• Man files plea in Cedar Rapids attempted murder case (kcrg.com)
• BAE Launches EW Family For Low-Cost Munitions, Drones (aviationweek.com)
• Free Total Joint Care Seminar in Cedar Rapids Oct. 13 (midwestmedicaledition.com)

Ok Marion! 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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