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🌱 Why Papillion’s landmark tree at City Hall had to come down

Papillion, Nebraska Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi Papillion! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Papillion’s landmark tree at City Hall had to come down
  • See which Papillion volunteer is earning statewide recognition today

Also on today's calendar: District 20 Workshop Traditions in Relationships and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Sunny, windy and very warm, temps: high: 89, low: 59.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Papillion removes longtime tree near city hall after storm damage (3newsnow.com) — City crews have removed a longtime tree outside Papillion City Hall after storm damage left it cracked and unsafe, changing a familiar view for many longtime residents. Officials say the loss is temporary, promising to plant a replacement as part of broader efforts to maintain Papillion’s tree canopy and keep public spaces safe and welcoming.
   

• AUDIO: Serve Nebraska to Honor Local Mentors (huskeradio.com) — A Papillion resident, Jeanni Clay, is among ten Nebraskans being honored at today’s statewide Step Forward Awards ceremony in Lincoln, recognizing outstanding volunteers. The event, hosted by ServeNebraska and the Governor’s Office, highlights people improving communities across the state, including Clay’s national service work representing Papillion on this prestigious list.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • To the family at the commissary on 10/6 in the afternoon- I apologize.
    My kids noticed your son was a little person and made comments. I immediately stopped them and asked them how they would feel if people made a… (Nextdoor Shadow Lake)
  • Received a notification that a purchase I made through Amazon was delivered to our mailbox on Tuesday.
    We have not received it yet. It is a personalized bag for my great granddaughter. Our mailbox is located on Springview Drive. I’m at 4502… (Nextdoor Clearwater Falls)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member TB35286-SHADOW LAKE in Papillion. Apply here.
  • City of Papillion Nebraska posted a job opening for Lateral Police Officer in Papillion. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Papillion here.

🗞 Nearby News

La Vista

  • Search for ‘coolest thing' made in Nebraska narrows to 8, including Grand Island product (theindependent.com)

Bellevue

  • Bellevue University: AI Risk Management Lunch & Learn (bellevue.edu)
  • New Mrs. Iowa USA devotes platform to mental healthcare access (radioiowa.com)
  • The October 8th Education News (omaha.com)

Omaha

  • South Omaha affordable housing project moves toward final council vote (wowt.com)

Ok Papillion! 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 cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Papillion

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

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Papillion

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