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Greetings Edina! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What new drought-driven water cutbacks could mean for Edina households
  • How easily can you reach Edina 4 and beyond on the E Line?

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A steady morning breeze, with a high of 80 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 83, low: 60.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Minnesota expert warns against wasting water amid drought: "Our water source is not a bottomless pit" (cbsnews.com) — Edina is among several metro cities already acting to conserve water as Minnesota faces its worst drought conditions in five years. With nearly half the state in severe drought and water levels dropping, residents are urged to cut back now with simple steps like shorter showers and turning off taps, helping protect a limited water supply.
   

• I Took the E Line From Southdale to St. Anthony Main and Watched 4 Movies in Less Than 12 Hours (racketmn.com) — A local film fan uses Metro Transit's new E Line to link Southdale and the Edina 4 theater at 50th & France for a four-movie marathon in one day. Along the way, they highlight how easy it is for Edina residents to reach multiple cinemas by bus, and reflect on the shared, community feel of both public transit and moviegoing.
   

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    Wednesday August 26
  • VEAP Office at City of Richfield
    Veap 6700 Portland Ave, Richfield, MN 55423, 6700 Portland Ave, Richfield, MN, 55423, United States
    9:00 am
  • Baby Storytime
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    9:30 am
  • Drop-in Tech Help
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    4:00 pm
  • Ridgedale Library Chess Club
    Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305
    4:30 pm

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Minneapolis

  • Photos: Vikings Unveil New Nordic 'Rivalries' Alternate Uniform For 2026 Season (patch.com)

Ok Edina! 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: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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