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🌱 How a Mars Scout just made Glade Run Lake safer

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Tuesday October 6th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hey there, Mars! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Mars Scout just made Glade Run Lake safer
  • See why a Mars runner is up for statewide honors

Also on today's calendar: Snap Circuits and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 63 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 74, low: 54.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and delightful, with a high of 72 and low of 46 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Scout earns Eagle Scout with Glade Run Lake safety station (butlereagle.com) — A Mars Area High School sophomore and Troop 400 Scout has installed a new water safety and rescue station at Glade Run Lake, offering clear instructions and emergency equipment for visitors. The Eagle Scout project, finished September 26, adds visible signage, safety tips, and a throwable life ring to help prevent drownings and improve lake safety for local families.
   

• Pennsylvania Girls Cross Country Performer of the Week (Sep. 28-Oct. 4) (milesplit.com) — Mars Area runner Hailey Long is nominated for Pennsylvania girls cross country performer of the week after dominating a meet against North Allegheny, winning by nearly two minutes. Residents can see how her 18:36.90 performance stacks up statewide and vote in the online poll before it closes Friday afternoon.
   

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Ok Mars! 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 do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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