🌱 Patch AM: How a Woodlands teen pitcher became the nation’s No. 1 recruit

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In today's newsletter:

• How a Woodlands teen pitcher became the nation's No. 1 recruit
• How risky is it to park your car around The Woodlands?

Also on today's calendar: KBCC - English/Spanish Class and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call advice from a cow ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 96 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 97, low: 75.
• Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Breaking News: Reagan Eldred, the 6-Foot-2 Pitcher Ranked No. 1 in the Line Drive Media HOT 100, Committed to Tennessee Today (Sept. 20, 2026) (linedrivemedia.com) — A standout softball pitcher who lives in The Woodlands area, Reagan Eldred, has verbally committed to play for the Tennessee Lady Vols after drawing heavy interest from top Division I programs. The story traces her rapid rise from local rec leagues and Klein Oak High to national prominence, highlighting the long drives from The Woodlands for elite training and how her family and coaches helped shape her decision.
   

• 10 US Cities Where Car Recovery Rates Are Lowest (daxstreet.com) — Drivers in The Woodlands are part of a metro—Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands—that ranks among the nation's leaders in vehicle thefts, especially where recovery rates can be low. This analysis explains why border access, ports, and high theft volumes make recovery uncertain, and offers practical steps like fast reporting, GPS trackers, and safer parking habits to improve your odds of getting a stolen car back.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in The Woodlands

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday September 22
• Grandparents Day →
  Learning Express Toys and Gifts, 8000 Research Forest Dr. Suite 140, The Woodlands

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Other local events

Tuesday September 22
• KBCC - English/Spanish Class →
  The Kevin Brady Community Center, 2250 Buckthorne Pl, The Woodlands
  9:00 am
• Lord of Life Homeless Ministry →
  Lord of Life Welcome Center, 3801 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands
  9:00 am
• Rhyme Time for Babies (6-24 months) →
  The Woodlands Children's Museum, 4775 W. Panther Dr. #280, The Woodlands
  9:30 am
• Preschool Story Time →
  George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, 8125 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands
  9:30 am
• Toddler Storytime →
  George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, 8125 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands
  9:30 am
• KBCC - Gentle Exercise with Interfaith →
  The Kevin Brady Community Center, 2250 Buckthorne Pl, The Woodlands
  10:00 am
• Toddler Storytime: Brady Library →
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  10:00 am
• Preschool Storytime: Mitchell Library →
  George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, 8125 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands
  10:30 am
• Preschool Storytime →
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  10:30 am
• Pastor's Bible Study →
  Lord of Life Conference Room, 3801 S Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands
  11:30 am
• 1-on-1 Tech Assistance →
  The Woodlands TX
  12:00 pm

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• At least 13 school districts have board elections in November. See the list (houstonchronicle.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Beef Tips (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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