🌱 What’s in Shenandoah Valley’s Bruno Mars–themed marching band show?

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In today's newsletter:

• What's in Shenandoah Valley's Bruno Mars–themed marching band show?
• How did Shenandoah Valley roar back for a 45–26 victory?
• Shenandoah community remembers Connie Taylor and other beloved county residents

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Variable cloudiness, with a high of 67 and low of 52 degrees.
• Wednesday: Some sun, then turning cloudy, temps: high: 71, low: 57.
• Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Meet the Schuylkill County Marching Bands 2026: Shenandoah Valley Blue Devil Marching Band (skooknews.com) — Shenandoah Valley's Blue Devil Marching Band is gearing up for a high-energy Bruno Mars–themed field show as it celebrates 99 years of music. With 60 musicians, a large band front, and student leaders from grades 6–12, the band will perform at local football games and fairs, and will even host the Schuylkill County Band Festival in February 2027.
   

• H.S. FOOTBALL: Shenandoah Valley, Pine Grove earn wins on Saturday night (republicanherald.com) — Shenandoah Valley football fans can celebrate a big 45–26 comeback win over Marian Catholic, powered by a six-touchdown night from junior quarterback Ethan Bench. The Blue Devils, now 4–1, will host Minersville this Friday, while Pine Grove also picked up a strong victory behind a huge rushing performance from senior Logan Troup.
   

• Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 28, 2026 (skooknews.com) — Shenandoah and nearby communities are mourning several longtime residents, including Constance "Connie" Taylor, a Shenandoah Valley High School graduate and active member of local parish and civic groups. Her funeral services will be held Thursday, October 1, at Oravitz Home for Funerals in Shenandoah, while Elizabeth Ann Ryan's Mass will take place Saturday in St. Clair.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday September 29
• Our Lady of Lourdes Regional at Pottsville →
  Pottsville High School, 16th St, Pottsville
  6:15 pm
Wednesday September 30
• History House Open →
  Minersville Area Historical Society, 100 South Third Street, Minersville
  11:00 am
Thursday October 1
• College Fair
  Pottsville Area High School Pottsville, PA 17901
  8:00 am
• Tamaqua at Pottsville →
  16th St, Pottsville
  7:00 pm
Saturday October 3
• FARMALL TRACTOR, HIT & MISS ENGINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT →
  515 Strawberry St., Tuscarora
  9:00 am
• October Afternoon Tea →
  The Maid's Quarters Bed, Breakfast & Tearoom, 402 S Centre St, Pottsville
  12:00 pm
Sunday October 4
• Antonio Andrade →
  Dorko's Cafe, 300 W 4th St, Mt Carmel
  2:00 pm
Tuesday October 6
• QIGONG 6 Week Introduction to the Art →
  392 W Apple St, Ringtown
  10:30 pm
Wednesday October 7
• Moonlit March Puzzle Race →
  Pottsville Free Public Library, 215 W Market St, Pottsville
  5:00 pm
Friday October 9
• Tamaqua at North Schuylkill →
  North Schuylkill, 15 Academy Ln, Ashland
  7:00 pm
Saturday October 10
• Metaphysical Market →
  Pottsville Free Public Library, 215 West Market Street, Pottsville
  11:00 am
Tuesday October 13
• Senator Argall's Office at the Diakon Senior Expo →
  Fairlane Village Mall, 389 Pottsville Saint Clair Hwy, Pottsville
  10:00 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• This is Hungarian.
  The title is "Beauty Salon Secret." I have no idea why Jake and Elwood are trying to get haircuts. (Nextdoor Flower Gardens)

• Redner's Markets posted a job opening for Night Crew Clerk in Shenandoah. Apply here.
• Family Dollar posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Frackville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Shenandoah here.

🗞 Nearby News

Frackville

• Calendar: Sept. 28, 2026 (republicanherald.com)
• Sept. 27, 2026: Around the Region (republicanherald.com)
• September 28, 2026: Days Gone By (republicanherald.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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