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Happening soon: Fort Vancouver JV Football @ Castle Rock on the Castle Rock Patch calendar
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In today's newsletter:
- See which national beautification awards Castle Rock just brought home.
- How Castle Rock's Wiley Bolar powered a dominant Rockets road victory.
Also on today's calendar: Castle Rock Rockets vs La Center and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Cloudy with occasional rain, with a high of 64 and low of 51 degrees.
- Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 69, low: 48.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Announcing the 2026 America in Bloom National Award Winners (greenhousegrower.com) — Castle Rock is celebrating big recognition this year, earning top honors in the America in Bloom national program, including awards for its hanging basket program and a special Sunflower Award. These national accolades spotlight the town's floral displays, community involvement, and overall beautification efforts, and they position Castle Rock alongside standout communities across the country. Residents can take pride in how their town's hard work is being noticed. 
• 5 takeaways from Week 4 of high school football in Cowlitz County (tncontentexchange.com) — Castle Rock football fans have plenty to cheer about after senior running back Wiley Bolar rushed for 226 yards to power the Rockets' 49-12 win over Stevenson, keeping them firmly in the league race. A broader Week 4 roundup also highlights Mark Morris' unbeaten run, Kelso's dominant defense, and strong performances from Clatskanie and Rainier, underscoring a competitive season across Southwest Washington.
📸 Around Castle Rock
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Castle Rock
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★ Featured events ★
- Fort Vancouver JV Football @ Castle Rock →
Castle Rock High School, 5180 Westside Hwy, Castle Rock
6:00 pm
Monday October 5
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Other local events
- Castle Rock Rockets vs La Center →
Castle Rock High School, 5180 Westside Hwy, Castle Rock
2:00 am - Girls JV Volleyball @ Fort Vancouver High School
Castle Rock Primary School, 5700 EAST 18TH ST, Vancouver
5:30 pm - Girls Varsity Soccer vs Fort Vancouver High School
Castle Rock Primary School, 5180 Westside Hwy, Castle Rock
6:00 pm - Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Fort Vancouver High School
Castle Rock Primary School, 5700 EAST 18TH ST, Vancouver
7:00 pm - Boys Varsity Football @ Fort Vancouver High School
Castle Rock Primary School, 5700 EAST 18TH ST, Vancouver
8:00 pm - Boys JV Football vs Fort Vancouver High School
Castle Rock Primary School, 5180 Westside Hwy, Castle Rock
5:00 pm - MS VB @ LaCenter →
La Center Middle School, 2001 NE Lockwood Creek Rd, La Center
5:00 pm
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Monday October 5
📣 Castle Rock Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Baby & Me Story Time →
Longview Public Library, 1600 Louisiana St, Longview
10:30 am - StoryWalk Celebration at Archie Anderson Park →
Archie Anderson Park, Alabama Street at 21st and 22nd, Longview
4:00 pm - Cross Country League Meet
Kelso High School - Schroeder Field
4:00 pm - JV Soccer @ Union High School
Union High School
5:00 pm
Tuesday September 29
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
- McDonald's posted a job opening for Crew Team Member in Castle Rock. Apply here.
- City of Longview Washington posted a job opening for Lateral Firefighter EMT and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic in Longview. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Castle Rock here.
🗞 Nearby News
Longview
- Longview School Board recall petitions filed; board to vote on members' defense (tri-cityherald.com)
- Kelso standoff ends with man accused of assaulting girlfriend, threatening to 'shoot up the place' (koin.com)
- Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez Introduces Legislation to Support Veterans' Right to Build Their Own Homes (house.gov)
Kelso
- Amtrak's new Airo trains launch Sept. 30 on the Cascades route (thenewstribune.com)
Ok Castle Rock! 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: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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