Community Corner
🌱 Jordan intersection crash leaves one dead; why 27 containers matter
And check out JHS - Homecoming Dance on the Jordan Patch calendar
Good morning Jordan! 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:
- Jordan intersection crash leaves one dead; why 27 containers matter
- How next week's overnight Highway 169 closure will affect Jordan drivers.
- Which Jordan-area orchards are open for fall family adventures?
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 41 degrees.
- Friday: Times of clouds and sunshine, temps: high: 62, low: 48.
- Saturday: A shower; breezy in the a.m., with a high of 67 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Driver in fatal Jordan crash had 27 open containers of alcohol in his car, police say (cbsnews.com) — A deadly crash at Old Highway 169 and Aberdeen Avenue in Jordan left a 69-year-old driver dead and his wife seriously injured after their car was struck by a Ford Bronco that allegedly ran a stop sign at highway speed. Jordan police say the Bronco's driver showed signs of intoxication and had 27 open or partially empty alcohol containers in the vehicle, with blood-test results still pending. 
2. MnDOT announces overnight closure of Highway 169 (finance-commerce.com) — Drivers in Jordan should plan for Highway 169 to close overnight between Broadway Street and Delaware Avenue from 10 p.m. Oct. 8 to 5 a.m. Oct. 9. The shutdown lets crews pour concrete for the new 169 and 282/County Road 9 interchange, part of a multi‑year project adding bridges, roundabouts, sidewalks, a pedestrian tunnel, and noise walls to improve safety and traffic flow.
3. 🍂2026 Apple Orchard & Pumpkin Patches 🍎🎃🍏 (macaronikid.com) — Families in Jordan can enjoy a nearby orchard on Old Highway 169, open daily through November 2 with pumpkins, apples, and fall activities. The guide also highlights several other Twin Cities‑area orchards and pumpkin patches, with hours, addresses, and special events to help you plan weekend hayrides, mazes, and festivals all season long.
4. High School Results & Schedule 9/30/26 (ingstadmedia.com) — Jordan fans can catch the girls tennis team on the road at Faribault today at 4:15 p.m. Recent results include a 4–1 boys soccer win over Rockford/HLWW, a 2–0 girls soccer loss, and strong cross‑country showings where Jordan's boys placed sixth and girls finished second at the Mankato West Invite.
📸 Around Jordan
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Jordan
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- JHS - Homecoming Dance
Jordan Public School District Jordan, MN 55352
8:00 pm
Saturday October 3
📣 Jordan Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Visit the Readmobile at the Jordan Community Education and Recreation Center →
Off-site Event, 500 Sunset Dr, Ste 3, Jordan
10:00 am - Scott County Law Library
New Prague Large Meeting Room, New Prague Library
10:00 am - Public Computer Aide
Shakopee Library
1:00 pm - Special Event - Home Defense Planning →
2 If By Sea Tactical, 222 2nd Ave SW, New Prague
6:00 pm - Traditions Holiday Open House →
Hooper-Bowler-Hillstrom House, 410 N Cedar St, Belle Plaine - Shakopee Library's Beans & Books at the Shakopee Brewhall
Off-site Event, 124 1st Ave E, Shakopee
9:00 am - Stories and a Song
Shakopee Library
11:00 am - Eligibility Specialist at the Jordan Library
Jordan Small Meeting Room, Jordan Library
3:00 pm - In the Fields at Lisa's Place →
Lisa's Place, Carver
6:00 pm - Lisa's Place (solo) →
Carver MN
6:00 pm - Fire Department Open House →
Belle Plaine Fire Department, Belle Plaine
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Scott County 55+ Senior Expo: Deadline to register is this week!
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The mosquito season is essentially over for 2026. Read a recap of how the season ended and how MMCD is preparing for next mosquito season: https:/… (Nextdoor )
- Marriott International posted a job opening for Housekeeping Supervisor - ???? ????? ????? in Jordan. Apply here.
- Holiday Station Stores posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Jordan. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jordan here.
Ok Jordan! 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 Martin L. for sending it in!)
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