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🌱 Which nearby pumpkin patch fits your perfect fall weekend from Knoxville?

Knoxville, Iowa Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Knoxville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Which nearby pumpkin patch fits your perfect fall weekend from Knoxville?
  • Can Knoxville’s runners upset ranked teams at today’s state qualifier?

Also on today's calendar: Cooks + Books and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What was left after the explosion at the cheese factory? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 78 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Very warm with periods of sun, temps: high: 75, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 75 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Pumpkin Patches Within Driving Distance of Ottumwa (ottumwaradio.com) — If you’re up for a short drive from Knoxville, several pumpkin patches and fall attractions across southeast Iowa are open through October, including Dan-D Farms and Holiday Acres near town. From big corn mazes to simple pumpkin shopping, the guide highlights admission prices, hours, and what each spot offers so you can plan a family-friendly outing.
   

• Knoxville Cross Country Runs State Qualifier In Washington Today (kniakrls.com) — Knoxville Panthers cross country runners are competing today at the Class 3A state qualifier in Washington, facing several highly ranked teams in a tough field. Standouts Mary Visser and Everett Schmidt say they’re focused on strong times and enjoying the chance to race, with hopes of punching a ticket to the state meet.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Weiler, Inc. posted a job opening for Material Handler | Weekend Shift (Schedule: Three 12-Hour Shifts 5a-5pm Fri-Sun) in Knoxville. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Merchandising Assistant Manager in Knoxville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Knoxville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Pella

  • Several Pella Students Selected for OPUS Honor Choir (kniakrls.com)
  • Pella City Council Reviewed Several Ordinances, Resolutions Tuesday (kniakrls.com)
  • Pella announces Reidsville plant closure, cutting 133 jobs by January (journalnow.com)

Oskaloosa

  • Oskaloosa Main Street Raffle to Help Fund Downtown Christmas Lights; Tickets Available Through November 17th (oskynews.org)

Ok Knoxville! 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 was left after the explosion at the cheese factory?" — da brie (Thank you Pam W. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Knoxville

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.