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

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new narcolepsy drug could change one Morgan Hill woman's life
  • Why Sierra LaMar's accused killer wants a new judge now
  • Morgan Hill alum Karlie Lema ties Bay FC scoring record

Also on today's calendar: Circus Vargas Presents "Masquerade!" in San Jose! and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Clouds giving way to sun, with a high of 82 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 93, low: 55. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 93 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Morgan Hill woman looks forward to getting her days back (morganhilltimes.com) — A longtime Morgan Hill resident living with narcolepsy is hopeful after federal approval of a first-of-its-kind drug that targets the condition's root cause. She describes years of misdiagnosis, dangerous microsleeps, and limited days, and now looks forward to clearer, longer, more productive afternoons as the new medication becomes available in the U.S. later this year.
   

• Sierra LaMar murder case: Defense in retrial requests judge to recuse himself (nbcbayarea.com) — The retrial of the man accused of killing Morgan Hill teenager Sierra LaMar has hit a twist, as his defense team asks the judge to step aside for alleged bias. The judge says he never prosecuted the case and has tentatively limited a key DNA analysis firm, a ruling legal experts say could significantly aid the defense as both sides return to court Thursday.
   

• Bay FC shuts out Racing Louisville FC 2-0 on goals by Alex Pfeiffer, Karlie Lema (mercurynews.com) — A former Live Oak High soccer standout from Morgan Hill, Karlie Lema, scored in Bay FC's 2-0 win over Racing Louisville, tying the club's single-season goals record. The match at PayPal Park also featured a record-setting 100th save this season by Bay's goalkeeper, as the team pushes through a packed schedule with four regular-season games left.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Yesterday, I had an amazing early morning hike at Santa Teresa County Park.
    The fog still covered parts of the valley, creating a magical atmosphere. I was thrilled to encounter so much wildlife along the way. (Nextdoor Mirasol)
  • Does anyone know a reliable full service gardening service?
    If you provide this or can recommend someone, please reach out to me here on Nextdoor. Blessings! (Nextdoor Holiday Lake)
  • Babki posted a job opening for Part-Time Game Tester in Morgan Hill. Apply here.
  • Target posted a job opening for On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T2252) in Morgan Hill. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Morgan Hill here.

🗞 Nearby News

Gilroy

  • The Flock Backlash and Growing Revolt Against License Plate Surveillance – The Los Angeles Post (lapost.us)
  • Newsom Signs Seven New Laws Regulating Data Centers Amid Statewide Backlash (sfist.com)

San Jose

  • Graphics Driver Developer - Dexian DISYS - San Jose, CA, CA, US (dice.com)
  • San Jose: Four-bedroom home goes for $4.3 million (mercurynews.com)
  • 1 killed, 1 seriously injured in Highway 101 crash in San Jose (nbcbayarea.com)

Ok Morgan Hill! 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: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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