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π± Patch AM: How Linn-Marβs offense exploded in a much-needed homecoming win
Be sure to catch Twirlymajigs: A Historic Toy on the Marion Patch calendar

Cheers Marion! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Linn-Mar's offense exploded in a much-needed homecoming win
Also on today's calendar: Culinary Class: Shrub Beverages and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Cool with rain and drizzle, with a high of 62 and low of 56 degrees.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a shower, temps: high: 66, low: 55.
- Monday: Beautiful with periods of sun, with a high of 71 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Linn-Mar turns the tide, and it's a tsunami, with a win over Davenport Central (thegazette.com) — Linn-Mar fans in Marion finally saw the Lions break through with a dominant 57-27 homecoming win over Davenport Central at Linn-Mar Stadium. Big nights from quarterback Derek Roling, receiver Deklan Thoms, and running back Hud Turner powered the offense, while the team looks to build on this momentum heading into the second half of the season.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Marion
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★ Featured events ★
- Twirlymajigs: A Historic Toy →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
1:00 pm
Sunday September 27
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Other local events
- Culinary Class: Shrub Beverages →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
1:30 pm - Ukulele Club →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
2:00 pm - Preschool Storytime →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
10:30 am - Chair Yoga with Tammy →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
1:00 pm - Knit Wits →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
6:00 pm - Then & Now: Herbal Remedies →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
6:00 pm - Longarm Quilting Project Time →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
9:00 am - Tai Chi - Advanced Class →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
9:00 am - Tai Chi for Beginners →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
10:00 am - Doodlebugs Art Program →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
10:30 am - MakerSpace Open Hours →
Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Avenue, Marion
2:00 pm
Sunday September 27
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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Thyroid medication recall classified under FDA's most urgent level – A nationwide recall on thyroid tablets has now been classified as one the U.S… (Nextdoor Prairie Hill Dr)
- Presbyterian Homes & Services posted a job opening for Housekeeping Services Assistant - Full Time in Marion. Apply here.
- Michels Corporation posted a job opening for Associate Construction Project Manager - Substations - Michels Power, Inc. in Marion. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marion here.
🗞 Nearby News
Cedar Rapids
- Cedar Rapids shares plans to collect water-damaged items from recent rains (kcrg.com)
- Wetland projects in Kalona, Cedar Rapids receive hundreds of thousands in state water quality funding (kcrg.com)
- Alejandro Pino named executive director of Linn County Gaming Association (cbs2iowa.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: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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