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Hi there, Lakeville! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Lakeville police probe deadly Flagstaff Avenue shooting, seek public's help
  • Lakeville driver accused of felony DWI refusal with kids in car

Also on today's calendar: Mitchell Hall and the Tennessee Trio: A Tribute to Johnny Cash and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunny and less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 60.
  • Friday: Breezy; a strong p.m. t-storm, with a high of 83 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Man Dies After Lakeville Shooting, Police Investigating (patch.com) — Lakeville residents are being urged to share any information they have after a man died from a gunshot wound following a Sept. 6 incident on Flagstaff Avenue. Police, fire, and EMS responded quickly, but the victim later died at Hennepin County Medical Center, and investigators are still working to determine what happened. Authorities say there is no known ongoing threat to the public, but no one is in custody yet.
   

• Lakeville Man Charged With Felony DWI Test Refusal; Three Young Juveniles Allegedly in Vehicle (limitless-news.com) — A 27-year-old Lakeville man is facing a felony DWI test-refusal charge after a traffic stop in Lakeville where police say three young juveniles were in his vehicle. According to the complaint, his license was already canceled as inimical to public safety, and a prior felony DWI conviction elevates the new charge, though he remains presumed innocent while the case proceeds.
   

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  • A Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John—The Hits
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    If you are new here, we are a small bakery providing premium baked goods like cookies, sweet breads, and brownies. Perfect for any gathering or that… (Nextdoor Downtown Lakeville)
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Farmington motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after crash in Faribault (hometownsource.com)

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  • Burnsville Pride Festival Returns September 19th to Nicollet Commons Park (limitless-news.com)
  • Burnsville Could Replace, Relocate Warning Siren in $37K Project (limitless-news.com)

Ok Lakeville! 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: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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