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Atchison, Kansas Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Atchison! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want to see a Declaration of Independence copy without leaving Atchison?
  • How serious is this weekend’s flood warning for Atchison County?

Also on today's calendar: ACKGS Genealogy Assistance and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Beautiful with plenty of sun, with a high of 74 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 75, low: 44.
  • Monday: Sunny and beautiful, with a high of 70 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Assembly Room and Historic Exhibition Tours Available through October (benedictine.edu) — Residents can explore rare founding-era American documents this month at Benedictine College’s Moritz Library in Atchison, with weekday public hours and guided tours available by email reservation. The Independence Hall-inspired space features an Assembly Room replica and items like early printings of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, offering a close-up, family-friendly way to experience early U.S. history without leaving town.
   

• Update: Flood warning for Leavenworth and Atchison counties until Sunday morning (kansascity.com) — A National Weather Service flood warning is in effect for Atchison County through Sunday morning, with moderate flooding already occurring along Stranger Creek and nearby roads. Local residents are urged to avoid flooded areas, never drive through high water, and follow NWS safety tips on evacuation, driving in heavy rain, and what to do if a vehicle hydroplanes.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LaborMAX Staffing posted a job opening for Sanitation Technician in Atchison. Apply here.
  • Driveline posted a job opening for Flex Merchandiser in Troy. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Atchison here.

🗞 Nearby News

Leavenworth

  • Leavenworth middle school cleared after reported gun concern prompts precautionary hold (kctv5.com)
  • Flash flood warning for Leavenworth and Atchison counties until Thursday afternoon (kansascity.com)
  • Tigers defeated by Spires and Mustangs (doaneline.com)

Kansas City

  • Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department chief stepping down (fox4kc.com)

Ok Atchison! 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: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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