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What's up Kutztown! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How police cleared Kutztown University's late-night weapon scare at Dixon Hall
  • How Kutztown's German Heritage Center is shaping "Future Voices" on BCTV
  • See how Kutztown's girls tennis edged Twin Valley in a 4–3 thriller

Also on today's calendar: Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 55.
  • Saturday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 77 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. No Threat Found At Kutztown University After Investigation (iheart.com) — Kutztown residents can breathe easier after police confirmed there was no active threat at Kutztown University's Dixon Hall following Tuesday night reports of a person with a weapon. Multiple agencies, including borough police and state troopers, conducted a door-to-door search before issuing an all-clear just after midnight. Students can access counseling at Beck Hall, and anyone with information is urged to contact KU police.
   

2. PA German Futures Conference (Part 4) (bctv.org) — Kutztown's Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center is in the spotlight with Part 4 of the PA German Futures Conference, focusing on "Future Voices" and airing on BCTV. The independently produced program showcases Pennsylvania German culture and invites broader Berks County participation in community media. Locals interested in sharing their own stories can learn how to propose shows to BCTV.
   

3. District 3 girls tennis top performers for matches played Sept. 8 (pennlive.com) — Kutztown High School girls tennis earned a tight 4–3 win over Twin Valley, highlighted by strong singles victories from Kensington Burns, Alexa Litzenberger, and Sofia Figueroa plus a key doubles win. Their match appears in a broader District 3 roundup recognizing standout performances across Berks and surrounding counties. It's a nice snapshot of how Kutztown athletes stack up regionally this season.
   

4. Third Circuit Rules Juries Must Decide If Remote Work Is a Reasonable Accommodation (ksbraniganlaw.com) — A recent Third Circuit ruling involving Kutztown University clarifies that juries, not judges, must decide whether in-person work is an essential job function when employees request remote-work accommodations under disability laws. The case, brought by KU professor Carolyn Gardner, sends most of her claims back for trial while upholding KU's extensive 2023 classroom modifications as reasonable. The decision could influence how local employers handle future remote-work requests.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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