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🌱 Patch AM: When King Crimson’s BEAT supergroup hits Waukee’s Vibrant Music Hall
Be sure to catch Ottumwa at Northwest on the Waukee Patch calendar
Hi there, Waukee! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- When King Crimson's BEAT supergroup hits Waukee's Vibrant Music Hall
- How a Waukee native just moved closer to Iowa hoops fans
Also on today's calendar: Babywearing Dance Party and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 65 and low of 44 degrees.
- Saturday: Sunny much of the time, temps: high: 69, low: 50.
- Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 68 and low of 43 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• BEAT continue the King Crimson vibes • MUSICFESTNEWS (musicfestnews.com) — Waukee music fans can catch BEAT, featuring former King Crimson members, at Vibrant Music Hall on October 18 as part of a 40-city North American tour. The supergroup, with Steve Vai and drummer Terry Bozzio, will spotlight classic Crimson-era albums while stopping in major cities across the U.S. and Canada this fall. 
• Iowa Wolves Acquire Returning Player Rights of Forward Payton Sandfort in Trade with Oklahoma City Blue (dmcityview.com) — A Waukee native, forward Payton Sandfort, is returning to Iowa basketball fans' radar as the Iowa Wolves acquire his G League rights from the Oklahoma City Blue. The former University of Iowa standout and brief Oklahoma City Thunder player could become a nearby pro to watch if he lands on the Wolves' roster this season.
📸 Around Waukee
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Waukee
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★ Featured events ★
- Ottumwa at Northwest →
655 NW 10th St, Waukee
7:00 pm
Friday October 2
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Other local events
- Babywearing Dance Party →
Waukee Public Library, 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee
10:00 am - ArtisTRY Book Club →
Waukee Public Library, 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee
1:00 pm - Shottenkirk Trunk or Treat 2026 →
Waukee, IA Calendar, 755 W Hickman Road, Waukee
4:00 pm - Babytime →
Waukee Public Library, 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee
10:00 am - Teen Advisory Board →
Waukee Public Library, 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee
3:30 pm - City Council Regular Meeting →
Waukee, IA Calendar, 230 W. Hickman Rd., Waukee
5:30 pm - Waukee Walkers →
- PM Exchange presented by Electronic Office →
Location 85 Bar West 432 E Hickman Rd Waukee IA 50263, 432 E Hickman Rd, Waukee - Waukee Walkers - Community Walking Group →
Waukee, IA Calendar, 700 NW Douglas Pkwy., Waukee
5:00 pm - Early Out Hangout →
Waukee, IA Calendar Waukee, IA 50263
1:00 pm - See How Waukee Works →
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
Thursday October 8
📣 Waukee Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Parents, if you're looking for something to keep your child busy after the early out next Wednesday, October 7, Waukee Parks & Recreation is hosting a free Early Out Hangout in Grant Park from 1-3 p.
m. There will be snacks, activities and yard games! No registration required. (Nextdoor ) - I live in the Waukee Kettlestone area.
I was wondering what internet companies service our neighborhood area and if anyone in this area favors a certain company. We have Quantum Fiber… (Nextdoor Westown Meadows)
- Valvoline, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Service Center Manager in Waukee. Apply here.
- Acosta Group - Acosta Sales & Marketing Company posted a job opening for Merchandising Specialist in Waukee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Waukee here.
🗞 Nearby News
Van Meter
- NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Water utility buys land in Dallas County for $2.6 million (businessrecord.com)
West Des Moines
- Rob Sand marks 200th town hall with big crowd in West Des Moines (desmoinesregister.com)
- Valley West Mall tenants face uncertainty after property sale (who13.com)
- State News: Steel Plant Incentives, Solar Lawsuit, Traffic Safety, Valley West Mall Sale, 1997 Hit-and-Run Arrest (westerniowatoday.com)
Ok Waukee! 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: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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