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π± Patch AM: What Ballwin residents should do after bird flu found at local complex
Coming up: Harvest Moon 5K Run on the Ballwin Patch calendar

Hi there, Ballwin! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What Ballwin residents should do after bird flu found at local complex
- Matthew West is bringing his 2027 "Jesus Is King" tour to Ballwin
Also on today's calendar: Harvest Moon 5K Run and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, David S.!
Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.
- Sunday: Turning sunny; warm, temps: high: 85, low: 62.
- Monday: Hot with plenty of sun, with a high of 94 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Two ducks test positive for bird flu in St. Louis County (fox2now.com) — Residents at Retreat at Seven Trails in Ballwin are being warned after two ducks in the apartment complex's flock tested positive for bird flu. County health officials say overall risk to the public is low but urge people to avoid contact with birds, keep pets away, and seek medical care if flu-like or eye symptoms appear after exposure.
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• Matthew West Extends 'The Jesus Is King Tour' with 18 New Dates (godtube.com) — Christian artist Matthew West is bringing his extended "Jesus Is King" tour to Ballwin on May 6, 2027, with a show at First Free Church. The spring tour adds 18 new dates nationwide, including this local stop, giving Ballwin fans a chance to hear songs from his latest album live.
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📸 Around Ballwin
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ballwin
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★ Featured events ★
- Harvest Moon 5K Run →
Route 66 State Park, 97 N Outer Rd, Eureka
5:00 pm
Saturday October 10
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Other local events
- Rewiring the racing mind : Break the overthinking cycle →
134 Enchanted Pkwy, Manchester
3:00 pm - College Financial Aid Night
Lafayette High School, 17050 Clayton Rd, Wildwood
6:30 pm - Fall Orchestra Concert
Lafayette High School, 17050 Clayton Rd, Wildwood
7:00 pm - Mad Beats at Parkside Grille →
Parkside Grille, 505 Strecker Road, Ballwin
6:00 pm - Family Cafe
North Tech High School Library, 1700 Derhake Road, Florissant
6:00 pm - 4th Annual Trunk or Treat at KinderCare →
497 Big Bend Road, Ballwin
6:00 pm - MAGIC of AMERICA - Magic Show celebrating our 250th Anniversary →
1 James J. Eagan Dr., Florissant, MO 63033
2:00 pm - Jon Erblich at Barrel House Craft Whiskey →
Barrel House Craft Whiskey, 14748 Clayton Road, Ballwin
5:30 pm - Guided Meditation →
134 Enchanted Pkwy, Manchester
6:00 pm - Summer Trail Series – St. Louis Track Club →
Castlewood State Park, Ballwin
6:00 pm - Moonlight Howl 5K Run/Walk →
Ballwin MO
Saturday October 10
Monday October 12
Tuesday October 13
Wednesday October 14
Friday October 16
Saturday October 17
Tuesday October 20
Thursday October 22
Friday October 23
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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- Dogtopia of Ellisville — (636) 283-2444
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Atria Senior Living posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Ballwin. Apply here.
- ServiceMaster posted a job opening for Future Opening: Evening Cleaner Berkeley in Ballwin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ballwin here.
🗞 Nearby News
Chesterfield
- Project in Downtown Chesterfield moves from multi-family to single-family villas (westnewsmagazine.com)
- Here's where to catch the Wienermobile in St. Louis this month (kmov.com)
- Kelly Miotke, Sales Executive of 20 Years, Joins Nutracom as Sales Leader (bizjournals.com)
Wildwood
- Democratic candidate Wellman chides Rep. Wagner for her support of Iran war (stlpr.org)
Ok Ballwin! 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: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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