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  • What does Minnetonka's "mud on the road" law really forbid?

Also on today's calendar: New Families Night at Legacy Gymnastics! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sunshine, temps: high: 61, low: 50.
  • Saturday: Breezy; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 67 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Yes, These Are REAL Driving Laws: Believe It Or Not (mysanantonio.com) — Minnetonka drivers get a shout-out in this roundup of quirky driving rules, highlighting that city code targets vehicles whose tires actually drop mud or debris on streets, not just dirty tires. It's a useful clarification if you're heading home from off-road fun and want to avoid creating a nuisance on local roads.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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