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🌱 Where Faribault residents can get a flu shot this October.

Faribault, Minnesota Patch AM: a 4 min read

Greetings Faribault! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Where Faribault residents can get a flu shot this October.
  • How Faribault’s girls soccer exploded for four second-half goals
  • How worried should Faribault parents be about new test scores?

Also on today's calendar: Around The World Camp and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Times of clouds and sunshine, with a high of 61 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Saturday: A shower in the afternoon, temps: high: 67, low: 48.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 62 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Rice County flu shot clinics offer protection ahead of winter (kymnradio.net) — Rice County Public Health is bringing flu shot clinics directly to Faribault this October, including sessions at HealthFinders and weekly Tuesday hours at the Public Health office on Third Street NW. Residents of all ages can walk in, use insurance if they have it, or receive free vaccine if uninsured, with homebound people eligible for in‑home visits.
   

2. Second half pushes Faribault girls soccer past Red Wing 6-3 (hometownsource.com) — Faribault girls soccer snapped a three-game skid with a big 6-3 home win over Red Wing, powered by four goals from Maddie Kramer. The Falcons, now with their fourth victory, next visit Rochester Mayo before returning to host Rochester John Marshall to open October.
   

3. 85% of Faribault students aren't math proficient, 73% miss reading standards (southernminn.com) — Faribault families are seeing sobering new test results, with only about 15% of local public school students meeting state math standards and roughly 27% meeting reading benchmarks. District leaders outline a multi‑year plan to close racial and economic achievement gaps, boost graduation rates, and ensure every ninth‑grader receives counseling on post‑high‑school goals by 2029.
   

4. Trading Post: Wednesday, September 30 th 2026 (ingstadmedia.com) — Local residents can browse a batch of new Trading Post classifieds, including a 32-inch Samsung TV listed in Faribault and farm equipment, four-wheelers, and household items in nearby towns. If you’re hunting for machinery, furniture, or collectibles, several sellers across the region are sharing phone numbers and brief descriptions for quick deals.
   

5. Alice Riedesel of Lohrville (1380kcim.com) — Faribault readers may know the family of Alice Wiederin Riedesel, whose daughter Kelli Draeger lives here while the rest of the family is spread across Iowa, Minnesota, and other states. Alice, remembered for her farm life, community service, and love of dancing, will be honored with visitation October 4 and funeral services October 5 in Lake City, Iowa.
   

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  • TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Inventory Specialist in Faribault. Apply here.
  • Jaybird Senior Living posted a job opening for Cook in Faribault. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Faribault here.

Ok Faribault! 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 did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Faribault

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Faribault

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.