Good morning Apple Valley! 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 an Apple Valley Scout turned hard work into Eagle rank
Also on today's calendar: 2026 Simley Hall of Fame induction ceremony and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Monday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Tuesday: Warm with periods of sun, temps: high: 88, low: 65.
Wednesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Apple Valley Scout completes service project in Burnsville (hometownsource.com) — An Apple Valley Scout from Troop 9293 has earned the Eagle Scout rank after organizing a major service project for a Burnsville church and high school, building an outdoor classroom and gathering space. He led volunteers to clear the site, haul several tons of dirt, and construct benches, storage, and a fire pit, earning strong praise from school and church leaders.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
RUPERT IS BACK HOME WITH HIS FAMILY 8/29 Hi! I found this cat behind the Hyvee in Lakeville MN. He is safe with me for the time being. He has a microchip but the owners information… (Nextdoor Carollton Estates)
EAST VALLEY ANIMAL CLINIC is wonderful. I just had to say good-bye to my Lulu on July 28. They took their time with me and let me hold her as she crossed the Rainbow Bridge with their help… (Nextdoor Greenleaf Park / Faith Park)
🗞 Nearby News
Burnsville
Burnsville's Gideon Pond: MN School of Excellence 2026 (southmetroscoop.com)
Football preview: Ponies football program steeped in tradition (hometownsource.com)
Eagan Man Arrested After Alleged Threats and Racial Slurs Against Neighbor (limitless-news.com)
Dakota County elections: Here's who's on the ballot in November (twincities.com)
What Remains This Weekend: State Fair, Festivals, Music, Sports and Community Celebrations (town.news)
Ok Apple Valley! 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: A waist of time (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!