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Morning Appleton! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Suspect in deadly Indy Waffle House shooting captured in Appleton jail.
  • Which Appleton bakery serves the cream puffs locals swear by?
  • Why a top recruit doubled down on Wisconsin after an Appleton showcase

Also on today's calendar: Casino for a Cause and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Breezy in the a.m.; sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 63, low: 47.
  • Tuesday: Sunny, breezy and pleasant, with a high of 69 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Man Arrested in Wisconsin After Indy Waffle House Shooting (wibc.com) — A suspect in a deadly 2024 Waffle House shooting in Indianapolis has been arrested in Appleton and is being held in the Outagamie County jail. While Indiana authorities work on returning him to Marion County, police there are still asking for tips to locate another man accused of sparking the gunfight.
   

2. Wisconsin's Best Cream Puffs Aren't Just At The State Fair, They're At These 6 Bakeries (newsbreak.com) — Appleton dessert lovers get two shout-outs on this statewide cream puff tour, with detailed hours, parking, and offerings at both Manderfield's Home Bakery West and East. If you're planning a sweet stop close to home or a road trip detour, the guide explains what to expect at each bakery and how to avoid the busiest times.
   

3. 4-star RB Kingston Allen: '100% still committed' to Wisconsin football (badgerobserver.com subscription) — A standout Green Bay Notre Dame running back reaffirmed his firm commitment to Wisconsin after rushing for 279 yards in a big win over Menasha at Appleton's Banta Bowl. The in-state four-star recruit praised his close relationship with Badgers coaches, saying frequent calls and messages keep him confident in his future in Madison despite a recent visit to Minnesota.
   

4. Brookfield ranks No. 2 among best small cities for third straight year (jsonline.com) — Appleton ranks 12th on WalletHub's new list of best small cities, landing in the 99th percentile nationwide for quality of life, economic health, and affordability. While Brookfield again takes second place overall, Appleton's main weak spot is safety, where it falls to 336th among 1,300 similarly sized communities.
   

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  • Yesterday I had a very early morning Dr.
    appointment. On my way home, I stopped for breakfast..I love breakfast. I used to make breakfast for dinner often when my daughter was younger… (Nextdoor Nicolet Grand - Chute)
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Ok Appleton! 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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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