Coffee in hand, Urbandale? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
Coming up on the calendar:
Staff and Family Picnic at Valerius Elementary School
Labor Day at Urbandale, IA Calendar
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Dolly Parton passed away yesterday. She was loved by millions and she always spoke plainly about kindness and judgment. "If you're the fine Christian you think you are, why are you… (Nextdoor Parkview - Urbandale)
Target posted a job opening for 4am Inbound (Stocking) (T1791) in Urbandale. Apply here.
Outback Steakhouse - Bloomin' Brands, Inc. posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Clive. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Urbandale here.
🗞 Nearby News
Clive
Health Officials Work To Track Measles Outbreak In South-Central Iowa (1380kcim.com)
Iowa Pork Names Sadie Heath Programs and Events Manager (rcreader.com)
Clive police partner with Lions Club to improve mental health crisis response (kcci.com)
Grimes
Court documents: Waukee football coach had BAC triple the legal limit at time of OWI arrest (kcci.com)
Many Hands Thrift Market opens new store in West Des Moines (kcci.com)
Ok Urbandale! 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 jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!