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π± Patch AM: Officers Find Three Deceased In Inver Grove Heights Home
Also check out 2026 Simley Hall of Fame induction ceremony on the Inver Grove Heights Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:
- Three found dead in Inver Grove Heights home during welfare check
- How an Inver Grove Heights officer became a DWI All-Star
Also on today's calendar: 2026 Simley Hall of Fame induction ceremony and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 89 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 82, low: 67.
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Officers Find Three Deceased In Inver Grove Heights Home (patch.com) — Inver Grove Heights police discovered three people dead inside a home on the 3200 block of 78th Street East during a welfare check, with state investigators now assisting. Officials say there is no known threat to the public, while community leaders urge residents to support grieving youth. Nearby coffee shop Cuppa More Pages is offering a free space and drinks for neighbors seeking comfort and connection.
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• South Metro Officers Among Minnesota's Top DWI Enforcers Honored at Twins Game (limitless-news.com) — An Inver Grove Heights police officer was among six south metro officers honored as Minnesota DWI Enforcement All-Stars at a Twins game, recognizing their 2025 impaired-driving arrests. Officer Aryk Arndt made 49 DWI arrests, contributing to a statewide push that removed thousands of impaired drivers from Minnesota roads.
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📸 Around Inver Grove Heights
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Inver Grove Heights
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★ Featured events ★
- 2026 Simley Hall of Fame induction ceremony →
Simley Senior High School, 2920 80th St E, Inver Grove Heights
6:00 pm
Thursday September 3
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Other local events
- Planning Commission Meeting →
Inver Grove Heights Calendar, City Hall, Council Chambers 8150 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights
7:00 pm - Storytime for Babies
Inver Glen Library Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library
10:00 am - Heritage Library Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Inver Glen Library Heritage Large Meeting Room, Heritage Library
12:30 pm - LeDuc History Book Discussion Group
Inver Glen Library LeDuc Historic Estate, Pleasant Hill Library
6:30 pm - Burnhaven Library Non-fiction Book Discussion Group
Inver Glen Library Diamondhead Education Center, Burnhaven Library
6:30 pm - Mike and Danny at Mississippi Pub →
Mississippi Pub, 4455 66th St E, Inver Grove Heights
7:00 pm - Waggin' Tales
Inver Glen Library Children's Area, Robert Trail Library
10:00 am - City Hall closed in observance of Labor Day →
Inver Grove Heights Calendar Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
Tuesday September 1
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Feeding Your Baby
South Saint Paul Library Wescott Large Meeting Room, Wescott Library
10:00 am - Storytime for 2s-6s
South Saint Paul Library Pleasant Hill Large Meeting Room, Pleasant Hill Library
10:00 am - Farmington Afternoon Book Discussion Group
South Saint Paul Library Farmington Large Meeting Room, Farmington Library
1:30 pm - Farmers Market →
South St. Paul, MN Calendar, 1151 Southview Blvd, South St. Paul
2:00 pm
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
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
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Looking for a reliable person to help around the house a few hours at a time, potentially ongoing. Just basic household tasks—dishes, laundry,… (Nextdoor Broadmoor)
- Aldi, Inc. posted a job opening for Full-Time Assistant Store Manager in Inver Grove Heights. Apply here.
- Public Storage, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Inver Grove Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Inver Grove Heights here.
🗞 Nearby News
Eagan
- District 917 to move Eagan's Cedar School programs to Bloomington (hometownsource.com)
- Eagan Man Arrested After Alleged Threats and Racial Slurs Against Neighbor (limitless-news.com)
- Dakota County elections: Here's who's on the ballot in November (twincities.com)
Rosemount
- A Northfield farmer hopes to add a rare rural voice to the Minnesota Senate's DFL caucus (minnpost.com)
St. Paul
- Second Person Charged In Stolen Suni Lee Statue Case (patch.com)
Ok Inver Grove Heights! 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
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