COVID-19 School Outbreaks + Owl Update + Missing Man Search

Good morning, Northfield! It's Friday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in town before you start to look ahead at what is hopefully a relaxation-filled weekend.

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First, today's weather:

Intervals of clouds mixed with peeks of sun. High: 56 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories today in Northfield:

1. As COVID-19 outbreaks in Minnesota schools continue to rise, 21 Dakota County K-12 schools are on the list experiencing outbreaks. (Patch)
2. St. Cloud Orthopedics Feature: Disciplined Approach Helps Make SJU Runner Successful (Saint John's University Athletics)
3. Search continues for Budenski; Council hears budget options; Northfield Pharmacy closes its doors (kymnradio.net)
4. The Minnesota Zoo's beloved eagle owl, Gladys, dies after going missing during a training flight and being found injured on the side of a local road. (Patch)
5. Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Certificate of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333 (Southernminn.com)

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Today in Northfield:

• Essential Clinical Updates for Hypereosinophilic Syndrome 2021 - LIVESTREAM (9:00 AM)
• Get Back To Making Art - Northfield Arts Guild (1:30 PM)

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Northfield Patch Notebook

• Carleton College: "Meet three Carls who are part of the annual Student Research and Internship Symposium on Friday! 📚 The event is part of both Family Weekend and the Inauguration of President Alison Byerly, and features research and internship work of mo..." (Facebook)
• Dakota County Sheriff's Office: "We're looking for Correctional Deputy candidates! Working in our jail is an excellent opportunity for people seeking a full-time job in an engaging, fast-paced environment with a team atmosphere. Our new hires receive extensive on the jo..." (Facebook)
• St. Olaf College: "If you care about the environment, St. Olaf is the perfect place to launch a career in the natural sciences, renewable energy, environmental education, and economic issues that impact the Earth. Learn how three recent grads prepared for ..." (Facebook)
• Northfield Arts Guild: "Youth Clay Session 2 Classes starting soon! We've got two great time slots available for combined youth clay classes serving K-12th graders! Learn everything from basic "get your hands messy" sculpting, to slab rolling and introductory w..." (Facebook)
• Northfield Public Schools Community Education: "Ready to hit the snowy slopes this winter? The Northfield Ski & Snowboard Club is holding an informational meeting on Monday, October 18th at 7 pm in the high school auditorium. The club is for middle and high school age students only. R..." (Facebook)

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— Jeff Arnold

About me: I am an award-winning journalist who has worked in sports and as an investigative reporter before starting with Patch as a roving editor in April, 2020. Prior to Patch, my work appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes SportsMoney, ESPN.com and other outlets. I finished the 2012 Chicago Marathon and am currently studying improv at the renowned Second City, where many a Saturday Night Live alums got their start. I can be reached at jeff.arnold@patch.com.

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