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Hey there, Pella! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Are you following Pella's rules for unmarked crosswalks?
  • Have you paid your Marion County property taxes by tonight's deadline?
  • How will new food grants change school meals in Pella?

Also on today's calendar: Trouble In Tahiti and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 69 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunshine and less humid, temps: high: 68, low: 47.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Pella Police Department Reminds Both Drivers and Pedestrians to Share Responsibility at Crosswalks (kniakrls.com) — Pella residents are being urged by the local police department to take extra care at both marked and unmarked crosswalks, with clear reminders of how Iowa law assigns right-of-way. Drivers are told to slow down and watch for pedestrians at intersections, while walkers are reminded to look carefully and not step into traffic assuming they're seen. Questions can be directed to the Pella Police Department.
   

2. Property Taxes Due Today (kniakrls.com) — If you own property in Pella or elsewhere in Marion County, your first-half property taxes are due today, with payments needing a September 30 postmark or online submission by midnight to avoid a 1.5% penalty. You can pay online, by mail, via the courthouse dropbox, in person, or by phone using a card for an added fee.
   

3. Fairfield Community School District Receives Choose Iowa Local Food for Schools Grant (ottumwaradio.com) — Pella and Pella Christian schools are among several districts chosen for Iowa's Local Food for Schools grants, which help buy more Iowa-grown foods for student meals. While Fairfield is the main focus, the program means more local meat, grains, eggs, and produce could appear on Pella students' trays while supporting nearby farmers through June 2027.
   

4. Former US Air Force members behind million-dollar BEC scheme head to prison (helpnetsecurity.com) — A Pella-based nonprofit was among the victims in a nationwide phishing and business email compromise scheme run by two former Air Force members, who have now been sentenced to lengthy federal prison terms. Investigators say the scammers stole financial data and diverted large wire transfers, prompting the FBI to urge local organizations and residents to strengthen cybersecurity and watch for online scams.
   

5. No. 10 volleyball breaks 17-year streak and sweeps Emory, leaves first round of UAA play 2-1 (studlife.com) — Pella volleyball fans may be interested that Washington University's nationally ranked team, fresh off a strong UAA weekend, will host Central College on Saturday, Oct. 3, while honoring its seniors. The article recaps WashU's recent sweep of Emory, win over Brandeis, and tight five-set loss to NYU, highlighting standout performances that set the stage for Central's upcoming nonconference test.
   

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  • Jimmy John's Franchise, LLC posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Pella. Apply here.
  • Applebee's - Legacy Apple, LLC posted a job opening for Restaurant Hospitality Manager in Pella. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pella here.

Ok Pella! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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