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Hello Apple Valley! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Where can Apple Valley kids burn energy this weekend?
  • What Apple Valley's new Wings Arena deal means for local skaters.
  • Which Apple Valley High students earned National Merit recognition?

Also on today's calendar: A Tribute To Billy & Elton - The Hits - Featuring Phil Thompson and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 68, low: 51.
  • Tuesday: Sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 76 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Best Things to Do With Kids in Apple Valley, Minnesota (minnesotaparent.com) — Families in Apple Valley can pack their weekends with kid-friendly fun, from the Minnesota Zoo and Splash Valley Water Park to Kelley Park's new playground and the Galaxie Library's creative play spaces. The guide also highlights local favorites like Bogart's, Millz House, Urban Air, Pahl's Market, and Rita's Italian Ice, plus a few quick-trip attractions in nearby Eagan, Burnsville, Bloomington, and Lakeville.
   

• Wings Credit Union, Apple Valley celebrate community partnership at Wings Arena (hometownsource.com) — Apple Valley's busy ice arena has secured long-term support through a 12-year, $720,000 naming-rights deal with Wings Credit Union, now officially Wings Arena. The partnership, approved by the City Council, will fund ongoing maintenance and improvements so local skaters, youth leagues, and families can count on accessible ice time and community events for years to come.
   

• District 196 students recognized by National Merit Program (hometownsource.com) — Students from District 196, including two seniors from Apple Valley High School, have been honored by the National Merit Scholarship Program for scoring among the top 5% nationwide on the PSAT. Fifteen district students are semifinalists and 21 are Commended Students, highlighting strong academic performance across Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, and Eastview high schools as scholarship announcements continue into next year.
   

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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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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