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🌱 Patch AM: 11-Year-Old Boy Fighting For His Life After SUV Hits His E-Scooter Near Stillwater
And on the Stillwater Patch calendar - Fall Craft & Vendor Show

Morning Stillwater! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Boy critically hurt after SUV hits e-scooter near Stillwater
- How you can join Stillwater's Recovery Road Day walk Saturday
- Turnovers sink Ponies before their big rivalry trip to White Bear Lake
Also on today's calendar: Fall Craft & Vendor Show and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 72 and low of 57 degrees.
- Saturday: Sunny, breezy and warmer, temps: high: 86, low: 65. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Warm; breezy in the morning, with a high of 84 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 11-Year-Old Boy Fighting For His Life After SUV Hits His E-Scooter Near Stillwater (patch.com) — An 11-year-old Baytown Township boy is in critical condition after an SUV struck his e-scooter at a Baytown intersection just east of Stillwater, prompting lifesaving efforts by first responders. Washington County deputies and the Minnesota State Patrol are investigating the crash, which occurred Wednesday morning, as the community watches for updates on the child's condition.
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2. Lennox to finish Minnesota walk on 'Recovery Road Day' (hometownsource.com) — Stillwater will host the finale of Jason Lennox's 1,700‑mile "Recovery Road" walk on Oct. 10, capped by a mayoral proclamation of "Recovery Road Day" and a free mental health program at Pioneer Park. Residents can join morning walks from Bayport and near Oasis Café, then hear Lennox speak at Stillwater Harvest Fest in Lowell Park around noon.
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3. Football: Big plays propel Woodbury past Ponies (hometownsource.com) — Stillwater Ponies fans saw their team fall 29–15 to Woodbury at Stillwater Area High School, despite strong defense and standout performances from quarterback Braden Hatalla and receiver Carter Zollar. The loss extends a three-game skid as turnovers and missed red-zone chances proved costly, with Stillwater now preparing for a historic rivalry matchup at White Bear Lake's new stadium.
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4. Famous Movie Celebrity Recently Spotted At Multiple MN Locations (wjon.com) — Nicolas Cage is in Minnesota filming a post-apocalyptic thriller and has reportedly been spotted around Stillwater, giving locals a rare chance to bump into a major movie star. Filming is expected to continue through October, with sightings also reported in Minneapolis, at Paisley Park, and even at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
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5. A new coolest thing made in Minnesota has been named (bringmethenews.com) — An 11-year-old boy was recently critically injured when a driver struck his e-scooter near Stillwater, underscoring ongoing safety concerns for young riders. In other statewide news, a Minnesota-made surgical warming system just won the "Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota" title, highlighting local manufacturing innovation that residents may encounter in hospitals and clinics.
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📸 Around Stillwater
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Stillwater
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★ Featured events ★
- Fall Craft & Vendor Show →
Hudson Middle School, 1300 Carmichael Rd, Hudson
10:00 am - Hunters Education class →
501 Minneapolis Ave S, Amery
5:30 pm
Saturday October 10
Monday October 12
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Other local events
- Stillwater Harvestfest →
Lowell Park, 101 Water St S, Stillwater
10:00 pm - 2026 Stillwater Harvest Fest Chili Cook Off & Beer Mugs →
Lowell Park - Downtown Stillwater, 101 Water Street South, Stillwater - Booyah - Knights of Columbus -St. Mary's, Michael's, Charles →
St Mary's Catholic Church, 423 5th St S, Stillwater
8:00 am - Stillwater Harvestfest →
Lowell Park, 101 Water St S, Stillwater
9:00 am - River Bluff Restoration at Arcola Mills →
Arcola Mills, 12905 Arcola Trail North, Stillwater
9:00 am - River Bluff Restoration at Arcola Mills (Stillwater) →
Arcola Mills, 12905 Arcola Trail North, Stillwater
9:00 am - Special Olympics Young Athletes →
VFC Hub, 6201 North Osgood Avenue, Stillwater
10:00 am - Stillwater Harvest Fest →
Lowell Park, 201 Water Street, Stillwater
10:00 am - The Great Weatherguard Pumpkin Patch →
Weatherguard Construction, 10860 60th St. N., Stillwater
10:00 am - Fired Pumpkin Painting Contest! All ages →
Kari's Create & Paint Studio, 221 Chestnut St. East, Stillwater
11:00 am
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Join us on Thursday, Oct.
8 from 11 a.m .- 4 p.m. for a free water screening clinic at Hanifl Fields Athletic Park in Hugo. Bring in a water sample and clinic staff will run a… (Nextdoor )
- TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Aquatics Specialist in Stillwater. Apply here.
- Kellermeyer Bergensons Services posted a job opening for Janitorial Crew Member in Bayport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stillwater here.
Ok Stillwater! 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 cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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