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Hello Millersville! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Meet the new Millersville University faculty shaping classrooms this year.
  • Millersville family welcomes new baby girl at Women & Babies Hospital
  • When will Darkest Hour bring its raging new tour to Millersville?

Also on today's calendar: DAMAG3 w. Film And Gender, Connor Cristi and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny, warm and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 84, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 70 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Faculty for 2026-27 (millersville.edu) — Millersville residents and MU students are welcoming several new faculty members for the 2026–27 academic year, including a longtime adjunct now joining full-time and a Tell School of Music alum returning as professor. The profiles highlight their advanced degrees, teaching experience, and ties to Millersville University and the broader Lancaster-area education and healthcare communities.
   

2. Lancaster County Births: September 30, 2026 (lancasteronline.com) — Millersville residents Paul and Kendra Slaugh welcomed a baby daughter at Women & Babies Hospital on September 23, joining many other Lancaster County families celebrating new arrivals. The county's latest birth list highlights babies born in Lancaster, Lititz, Columbia, Willow Street and beyond, reflecting a busy week for local maternity wards.
   

3. '90s Rock Band Darkest Hour Makes 'Exclusive' Announcement Before North America Tour (parade.com) — Metal fans in Millersville can catch Darkest Hour live at Phantom Power on December 12 as part of the band's newly announced North American tour. The Washington, D.C. metal group is also offering a limited, signed Patreon-only vinyl of its upcoming album, giving local listeners a chance to grab exclusive merch before the show.
   

4. 2000s Heavy Metal Band Announces 'More Shows' in Philadelphia, New York and Other U.S. Cities (myrtlebeachonline.com) — High on Fire is bringing its 2026 tour to Millersville with a show at Phantom Power on October 29, following a Philadelphia stop the night before. The Grammy-winning metal band is supporting its acclaimed album "Cometh the Storm," giving local fans a rare chance to hear the new songs live close to home.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Nordstrom, Inc. posted a job opening for Early Start Retail Stock - Shops At Belmont Rack in Lancaster. Apply here.
  • Giant Food Stores, LLC posted a job opening for PT Produce Associate (6am availability Sun-Sat) - 6484 in Lancaster. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Millersville here.

Ok Millersville! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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