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Also on today's calendar: Teen Advisory Board and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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• Inside the Huddle: Waukee Northwest manager returns to the sideline after kidney transplant (weareiowa.com) — A Waukee Northwest High School football manager is back on the sidelines after receiving his second kidney transplant, and the Waukee community has rallied around him with "Play for Trae" shirts and donations. His story highlights years of health challenges, his father's earlier donation, and the strong support he feels from teammates, coaches, and even crosstown rivals in Waukee.
• Recruiting Spotlight: Beverly Bandits Pitcher Sophia Schlader, #2 in the 2028 Line Drive HOT 100, Chooses 'Boomer Sooner' (Oct. 10, 2026) (linedrivemedia.com) — A standout pitcher from Waukee Northwest High School, Sophia Schlader, has committed to play softball at Oklahoma after a whirlwind recruiting period that began September 1. She describes balancing college interest, seeking a faith-based program, and wanting to develop as both a player and person, while proudly representing Waukee Northwest on a national stage.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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