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Greetings Pasadena! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Pasadena ISD backed off a health insurance change after backlash
  • How today's new Pasadena school zones could change your daily drive
  • Pasadena students salute the woman keeping the livestock show on track

Also on today's calendar: Aerobics for Health Workshop and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 90, low: 78.
  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 90 and low of 78 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Video Pasadena ISD board hears employee concerns over proposed TRS ActiveCare switch Sep 22nd, 2026. (pasadenian.com) — Pasadena ISD employees packed a recent school board meeting in Pasadena to protest a proposed switch to TRS ActiveCare health insurance that many said would have consumed most of their paychecks. The superintendent confirmed the proposal was pulled, apologized for poor communication, and pledged more transparency. Trustees also approved graduation plans, emergency storm compensation, grants, and facility projects affecting local students and staff.
   

• DPPD: Changes to school zones take effect on tomorrow. (pasadenian.com) — New school-zone hours start today on key Pasadena streets, including W. Pasadena Blvd., Georgia Ave., McDermott St., and Havana Dr., affecting morning and afternoon commutes. Drivers are urged to slow down, put phones away, and watch closely for students and crossing traffic in these adjusted North Campus and Bonnette/Carpenter/South Campus zones.
   

• Pasadena FFA Chapter honors Karen Newlander for her vital contributions for the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo. (pasadenian.com) — Students from the Pasadena FFA Chapter are publicly celebrating livestock secretary Karen Newlander for quietly keeping the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo running smoothly year after year. Their tribute, echoed by Pasadena High School Eagles, spotlights how her behind-the-scenes organizing supports local youth exhibitors and the community's signature event. It's a reminder of the volunteers who make Pasadena traditions possible.
   

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    Monday September 28
  • Teen Volley Vibes →
    Dow Park Sand Volleyball Courts, 709 E. P Street, Deer Park
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  • Hi I'm thinking about starting a small side hustle by making overnight oats with chai seeds n fruit.
    I just wanna see how many of ya like overnight oats n what is your favorite flavor? Thank u Becky's Berry and Oats (Nextdoor Bennett Estates)
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  • Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: 4am Inbound (Stocking) (T1396) in Pasadena. Apply here.
  • Brown & Root Industrial Services, LLC posted a job opening for E&I Tech Field Specialist with DCS experience in Pasadena. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pasadena here.

🗞 Nearby News

Deer Park

  • Precinct 2 invites residents to register for National Night Out events on October 6th. (pasadenian.com)
  • Football Recap: Dickinson Piles Up the Points Against Clear Springs (maxpreps.com)

South Houston

  • Video Watch Friendswood varsity football capitalize on South Houston's errors for a decisive 52-14 win. (pasadenian.com)

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Ok Pasadena! 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: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!)
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