🌱 Patch AM: Which Eagan High seniors just earned top National Merit honors?

Hey there, Eagan! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Which Eagan High seniors just earned top National Merit honors?
• How new federal dollars will boost fire protection around Eagan

Also on today's calendar: Networking Event for Professional Women and 7 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 68 and low of 44 degrees.
• Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 68, low: 52.
• Tuesday: Sunny and pleasantly warm, with a high of 76 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• District 196 students recognized by National Merit Program (hometownsource.com) — Eagan High School seniors are among 36 District 196 students honored by the National Merit Scholarship Program for scoring in the top 5% nationally on the PSAT. The list includes seven Eagan semifinalists and eight commended students, highlighting strong local academic achievement and upcoming scholarship opportunities these teens can now pursue.
   

• Rep. Craig Secures Nearly $2.3 Million in Federal Funding for Rosemount Fire Department to Hire Additional Firefighters (house.gov) — From Eagan, Rep. Angie Craig announced nearly $2.3 million in FEMA SAFER funding to help the Rosemount Fire Department hire nine more firefighters and keep at least 24 on duty around the clock. Additional grants are also headed to Lakeville, Shakopee, and Woodbury departments, strengthening emergency response across the south metro communities Eagan residents rely on.
   

📸 Around Eagan

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Eagan

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday October 8
• 2026 Tackling the Tough Stuff: Operating Independent Senior Housing Today →
  Applewood Pointe of Eagan, 1565 Quarry Rd., Eagan
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Monday October 5
• Young Engineers- Thrill Tech Engineering
  Pinewood El. Saint Paul, MN 55123
  2:05 pm
• Chess Masters
  Pinewood El. Saint Paul, MN 55123
  2:05 pm
Tuesday October 6
• After School Spanish
  Pinewood El. Saint Paul, MN 55123
  2:05 am
Wednesday October 7
• Art Exploration
  Pinewood El. Saint Paul, MN 55123
  2:05 pm
• Let's Do Chemistry
  Pinewood El. Saint Paul, MN 55123
  2:05 pm
Thursday October 8
• Networking Event for Professional Women →
  1915 Plaza Drive, Eagan
  4:30 pm
• Haiti Empowered Presents: HOPE Night! →
  Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan
  5:00 pm
Friday October 9
• Pop-up: Yoga CircHIIT - ABS...solutely ABCD's w/ Krista →
  ONX, 1654 Diffley Road, Eagan
  8:30 am
Saturday October 10
• Pop-up: Barre w/ Mallory →
  ONX, 1654 Diffley Road, Eagan
  8:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Monday October 5
• Mah Jongg Open Play →
  Mendota Heights, MN Calendar, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
  2:00 pm
Tuesday October 6
• Feeding Your Baby
  Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library
  10:00 am

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-- 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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