🌱 How ESU’s new software could simplify students’ class schedules.

Good morning Emporia! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How ESU's new software could simplify students' class schedules.
• What does 'supplementation' really mean for Emporia's economic future?
• How did Emporia State grow 6% without raising tuition again?

Also on today's calendar: Digital Diagnosis and 8 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.
• Friday: Clouds breaking; less humid, temps: high: 71, low: 47.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 72 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• ESU adopts Coursedog academic scheduling software (esubulletin.com) — Emporia State University is rolling out new Coursedog software to streamline how classes and classrooms are scheduled, aiming to cut errors and better match course offerings to student needs. For Emporia students and families, this could mean fewer scheduling headaches, more efficient use of campus space, and less pressure to raise tuition tied to classroom shortages.
   

• Recent collaborative study between Center on Rural Innovation and Emporia Main Street emphasizes importance of 'supplementation' in rural economies (kvoe.com) — A new study by the Center on Rural Innovation and Emporia Main Street takes a close look at Emporia's economy, highlighting how adding tech jobs can supplement the city's manufacturing base. Local and national experts shared findings at the Granada Theatre, stressing diversification, communication, and tailored strategies so Emporia and other rural communities can better withstand future economic shocks.
   

• Emporia State University attracts 6% enrollment growth (wibw.com) — Emporia State University is seeing a 6% jump in enrollment, leading Kansas public universities in growth while again holding tuition flat for 2026–27. For Emporia families, expanded Jumpstart concurrent enrollment and in‑state rates for students across the lower 48 help keep college more affordable, and a new Best Value ranking highlights ESU's focus on cost and quality.
   

📸 Around Emporia

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Emporia

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday October 3
• A Decade in the Dark →
  Lyon County History Center, 711 Commercial Street, Emporia
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Friday October 2
• Sacred Heart School Mexican Supper →
  Emporia, KS Calendar, 102 Exchange Street, Emporia
  4:30 pm
• Movie on the Lawn - Toy Story 5
  Emporia USD 253 Emporia, KS 66801
  7:45 pm
Saturday October 3
• Emporia Chess Extravaganza! →
  Emporia, KS Calendar, 1027 Road 70, Olpe
  8:00 am
• 5th Annual Hope with Horsepower Car Show Benefitting Veterans Suicide Prevention →
  Emporia, KS Calendar, 2700 W. Highway 50, Emporia
  9:00 am
• Red Bull DJ! LIVE from the Red Bull Nomad! Party on the Green Monster! →
  Emporia, KS Calendar, 1801 Rural St, Emporia
  5:00 pm
• The Banff Mountain Film Festival showing at the Emporia Granada Theatre →
  Emporia, KS Calendar, 807 Commercial Street, Emporia
  7:00 pm
Monday October 5
• Digital Diagnosis →
  Emporia Public Library, 110 E 6th Ave, Emporia
  6:00 pm
• Square Dance Lessons →
  Emporia, KS Calendar, 1101 Neosho, Emporia
  6:00 pm
Wednesday October 7
• WAWA Book Club →
  Emporia Public Library, 110 E 6th Ave, Emporia
  4:30 pm
• Teen Takeover →
  Emporia Public Library, 110 E 6th Ave, Emporia
  6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday October 1
• Agalisiga "Chuj" Mackey in the Good Way Listening Room →
  Good Way Gardens, 225 E 6th Ave, Emporia
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• These machines are so easy to use.
  Cash or Card 24 hours a day. And TTI Club gives you free ice too. It is the Best deal in Town. I use it all the time. (Nextdoor East Emporia)
• Our website is back online and functioning normally.
  Customers can now access online content and services as usual. Thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the issue, and we apologize… (Nextdoor )

• Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Emporia. Apply here.
• Dunham's Sports posted a job opening for Team Member in Emporia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Emporia here.

🗞 Nearby News

Eureka

• Eureka USD 389 Received $76,571 Community Donation (eurekaherald.com)
• Longtime Baker To Retire (eurekaherald.com)
• Gathered For Homecoming Event & For 50th Class Reunion (eurekaherald.com)

Topeka

• Good Kids - Topeka High senior named September Senior of the Month (wibw.com)
• City of Topeka to close SE 29th St. at Butcher Creek (wibw.com)

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-- 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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