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🌱 How St. Francis advanced after a walk-off thriller against Princeton

Princeton, Minnesota Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Princeton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How St. Francis advanced after a walk-off thriller against Princeton
  • Princeton community remembers the life of Merlin M. Hanson Jr.

Also on today's calendar: Ladies Local Shop Hop downtown Princeton, MN and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Clouds and sun, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, temps: high: 81, low: 62.
  • Friday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 80 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Area Softball: St. Francis captures Section 5AAA crown, advances to state semifinals (hometownsource.com) — Princeton softball gets a nod here as St. Francis’ ace pitcher advanced her team in the Section 5AAA bracket after a tense 1-0 walk-off win over Princeton. The article then follows St. Francis’ dramatic run through section play and into the Class AAA state tournament, highlighting key performances and upcoming championship implications for Minnesota high school softball fans.
   

• Remembering Merlin M. Hanson Jr. Of Princeton, Minnesota (wjon.com) — Princeton residents are mourning the loss of Merlin M. Hanson Jr., 89, a Princeton High School graduate and longtime community member whose memorial service is set for June 15 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in town. Hanson, known for his love of cars, fast rides, and family time, is survived by his wife Karen, two daughters, several grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Our 17 yo cat went out Friday night....
    has not been home. Off of 9 and 45. Anyone seen a very skinny tabby? (Nextdoor Princeton Southeast)
  • Need Gutters, Siding or Soffit and fascia?
    Swanson Exteriors Inc. has you covered! Reach out to SwansonExteriors.com or call/text Tim @763-443-6368 today for free quote  (Nextdoor NW of 169 Hwy & 9)
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Assistant Manager 9095 in Princeton. Apply here.
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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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