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🌱 Patch AM: Know anything about the recent Woodman’s thefts in Menomonee Falls?

Also, don't miss World War 1 Re-enactment at Old Falls Village Park on the Menomonee Falls Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Know anything about the recent Woodman's thefts in Menomonee Falls?
  • Will Menomonee Falls approve a new drive-thru at the old Pizza Hut?
  • Where Menomonee Falls drivers can find some of the area's cheapest gas

Also on today's calendar: World War 1 Re-enactment at Old Falls Village Park and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Bev C.!

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: High clouds and beautiful, with a high of 73 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 64, low: 41.
  • Friday: Increasing clouds, with a high of 68 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Menomonee Falls Woodman's thefts, police seek suspects (newsbreak.com) — Menomonee Falls police are asking for your help identifying suspects in two recent thefts at the local Woodman's, one on Sept. 30 and another on Oct. 2. Investigators say three people in total are wanted after leaving with hundreds of dollars in unpaid merchandise. If you recognize the descriptions or vehicles, you're urged to contact the Menomonee Falls Police Department.
   

2. New drive-thru restaurant proposed for former Pizza Hut space in Menomonee Falls (gmtoday.com) — A new drive-thru restaurant is proposed for the former Pizza Hut site at Pilgrim Road and Menomonee Avenue, and the Menomonee Falls Plan Commission will vote on rezoning it tonight at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall. If approved, the project would replace the old building with a 1,307-square-foot restaurant featuring a large drive-thru queue, patio seating, and 70–80 local jobs.
   

3. Cheapest gas stations in Milwaukee (voiceofalexandria.com) — If you're filling up in or near Menomonee Falls, Costco on Water Street is tied for the lowest regular gas price in the wider Milwaukee area at $3.84 per gallon. A new roundup compares that deal with similarly priced stations in Pewaukee, Lisbon, Sussex, and Hartford, helping you decide whether it's worth the short drive for cheaper fuel.
   

4. Losses by top two teams shuffle Milwaukee-area football rankings (jsonline.com) — Menomonee Falls football drops out of the Milwaukee-area rankings this week after a 23-7 loss to Slinger, shaking up where local teams stand heading into Week 8. The piece recaps several key upsets, highlights standout performances, and explains how conference races are tightening. It's a quick snapshot of how Falls stacks up against nearby programs right now.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Reserves Network, Inc. posted a job opening for CNC Plasma Burner in Menomonee Falls. Apply here.
  • R.J. Schinner Company posted a job opening for Sample Room Coordinator in Menomonee Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Menomonee Falls here.

Ok Menomonee Falls! 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: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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