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Hey there, Maple Grove! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $500M hospital expansion could reshape care in Maple Grove
  • Interested in a high-paying Xcel technician job based in Maple Grove?
  • Will Maple Grove's offense be enough to upset high-powered Moorhead?

Also on today's calendar: Children's Ministry In Action Conference and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine mixing with clouds, with a high of 61 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Saturday: A p.m. shower in places, temps: high: 67, low: 47.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Maple Grove Hospital plans $500M expansion (finance-commerce.com) — Maple Grove Hospital is slated for a $500 million expansion that would nearly double its campus, add 746 jobs, and boost capacity to 226 beds and 60 bassinets. The city is now taking public comments on the environmental review through Oct. 29, with construction expected to start in 2027 and finish by 2030.
   

• Advanced Step Apprentice (2nd step or Higher) or Journeyman System Field Technician - Maple Grove, MN (xcelenergy.com) — Xcel Energy is hiring an advanced-step apprentice or journeyman system field technician based at its Maple Grove service center, with applications open through October 14. The role pays $42.98 to $66.13 per hour, involves substation and generating plant work across several states, and requires a four-year apprenticeship, CDL with hazmat endorsement, and strong safety commitment.
   

• Strib Varsity writers predict outcomes of Week 5's top high school football games (startribune.com) — Maple Grove football fans can see how Star Tribune writers think Friday's home matchup against undefeated Moorhead will play out, with both predicting a Crimson loss despite their strong offense. The piece also breaks down another key Class 6A showdown, offering context on where Maple Grove stands in the statewide picture.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Maple Grove

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    Saturday October 3
  • Barn in Afton →
    Maple Grove Arts Center, 13617 Grove Drive, Maple Grove
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Pacsun - Pacific Sunwear of California, LLC posted a job opening for Part Time Assistant Manager - Arbor Lakes in Maple Grove. Apply here.
  • Wendy's - HAZA Foods, LLC posted a job opening for Assistant Manager-MAPLE GROVE-W417 in Maple Grove. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Maple Grove here.

🗞 Nearby News

Osseo

Brooklyn Park

  • Brooklyn Park Council Votes To Cap Property Tax Levy Increase at 7 Percent (ccxmedia.org)
  • LETTER: Integrity, informed, imagination, inspiration (hometownsource.com)
  • Brooklyn Park Man Facing Felony Sexual Conduct Charges Involving Minors (limitless-news.com)

Minneapolis

  • How Snowy, Cold Will Winter Be In MN? New Predictions Released (patch.com)
  • MN Man Already Facing Attempted Murder Charge Now Accused Of Killing At Mental Health Facility (patch.com)

Ok Maple Grove! 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: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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