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🌱 What does the state of emergency mean for Paola residents now?
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In today's newsletter:
- What does the state of emergency mean for Paola residents now?
- How many truckloads of Paola donations will reach Hillsdale Friday?
- How bad was the hail damage that triggered Miami County’s emergency?
Also on today's calendar: Angels & Outlaws Signature Event and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: A few t-storms, some severe, with a high of 79 and low of 41 degrees.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny; windy, cooler, temps: high: 60, low: 39.
- Sunday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Osawatomie hail: Neighbors describe damage from storm (kmbc.com) — Osawatomie residents are cleaning up after a severe hail and wind storm that damaged homes, downtown buildings, and the high school, leaving one couple’s house badly hit. A state of emergency now covers Osawatomie, Paola, and all of Miami County as officials coordinate response and cleanup efforts. 
2. Miami County car dealership fills pickup trucks with supplies for Hillsdale tornado victims (kshb.com) — A Paola car dealership at 32575 Old KC Road is collecting water, food, diapers, and other essentials to load into pickup trucks for Hillsdale tornado victims, with deliveries planned for Friday. Staff with local ties launched the effort through a partnership with the Giving Hope nonprofit, and they’re asking Miami County residents to help fill as many trucks as possible.
3. Missouri tornado, new fine dining in JoCo & more: KC stories you may have missed (kansascity.com) — Paola took a direct hit from tennis ball-size hail this week, prompting Miami County to declare a state of emergency after widespread damage to homes, vehicles, and other structures in Paola and Osawatomie. The regional news roundup also notes a Clinton, Missouri tornado, a new Johnson County restaurant, a luxury Basehor estate listing, and political backlash over comments by Sen. Roger Marshall.
4. Walter Neal Brown (linncountyjournal.com) — Family and friends are remembering Walter Neal Brown, born in Paola in 1955 and longtime Mapleton resident, who passed away March 16 at age 70. Loved for his friendly nature and four-wheeler rides, he leaves behind children, siblings, grandchildren, and many relatives. Graveside services are set for April 17 at Miami Memorial Gardens, with a celebration April 18 at Hidden Valley Shelter House.
📸 Around Paola
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Johnson County 5th Annual Greenwing Day
Hillsdale Rifle & Pistol Range, 26719 Toe Rd, Paola
10:00 am
Saturday April 25
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Other local events
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Angels & Outlaws Signature Event
Holy Trinity Parish School , 601 E Chippewa St , Paola
6:00 pm -
Reign Dance Studios Casino Night 2026
Town Square Events , 15 W Wea St , Paola
6:00 pm -
Savanna Chestnut Duo
Paola Community Center , 905 E Wea St , Paola
7:00 pm
Saturday April 25
Saturday May 9
Saturday May 16
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🗓 Events Nearby
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FFA Tongie Chieftain Challenge @ Tonganoxie HS
Tonganoxie HS Osawatomie, KS 66064
9:00 am -
OHS JV Boys Baseball @ Home vs Iola
Osawatomie USD 367 Osawatomie, KS 66064
4:30 pm -
OHS JV Softball @ Home vs Iola
Osawatomie USD 367 Osawatomie, KS 66064
4:30 pm -
Boys Varsity Golf @ Osawatomie Golf Course
Osawatomie USD 367 Osawatomie, KS 66064
1:00 pm -
OHS V Boys Baseball @ Iola
Osawatomie USD 367 Osawatomie, KS 66064
4:30 pm -
OHS V Girls Softball @ Iola
Osawatomie USD 367 Osawatomie, KS 66064
4:30 pm -
Board of County Commissioner Meeting
Miami County, KS Calendar , 201 S. Pearl , Paola
8:00 am -
Miami County's Fourth Annual Safe Sleep Community Baby Shower
Miami County, KS Calendar , 1901 Parker Ave , Osawatomie
9:00 am
Friday April 17
Monday April 20
Tuesday April 21
Wednesday April 22
Saturday April 25
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I had two guys come to my door about 10 minutes ago wanting to inspect my property for storm damage.
He said he worked with my insurance company. Allstate. I don't have Allstate Insurance. Wow didn't take long for these storm chasers to show up after… (Nextdoor Miola Lake) - If you’re needing some help with storm damage to your house give these guys a call!
Came out immediately very helpful & professional! They will also work with your insurance company! Highly recommend! (Nextdoor Northeast Paola)
- CRH Plc. posted a job opening for Maintenance Technician (Paola, KS, US, 66071) in Paola. Apply here.
- Amergis posted a job opening for $27/hour - Psych CNA - Up to $1,480/week Travel Pay in Osawatomie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Paola here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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