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Brookings, South Dakota Patch AM: a 3 min readGood morning Brookings! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How new visa rules could reshape SDSU and Brookingsā workforce.
- See why Brookings Health System earned national heart and stroke recognition.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: A steady breeze with hazy sun, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.
- Friday: Hazy sunshine, temps: high: 79, low: 56.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 87 and low of 59 degrees. š¶ Hot!
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Changing visa rules create doubt for students and employers (kornradio.com) ā From Brookings and SDSUās campus, international students are facing tougher visa rules that could reduce enrollment and affect local employers who rely on global talent. New federal limits on student stays and slower processing times are adding uncertainty for students, universities and South Dakota businesses already struggling to fill jobs. 
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ā¢ 24 Hospitals in South Dakota Recognized for Advancing Quality Care for Heart Disease, Stroke (mykxlg.com) ā Brookings Health System in Brookings is among 24 South Dakota hospitals honored by the American Heart Association for following top guidelines in treating heart disease and stroke. The recognition highlights how local patients benefit from upātoādate, researchābased cardiac and stroke care practices. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Brookings
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The Comedy Room at Wooden Legs Brewing Company ā
Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th St #100, Brookings
7:00 pm
Friday September 4
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Anderson Plaza: Summer Performance Series ā
South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings
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South Dakota Enhanced Concealed Carry ā
Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center, 2810 22nd Ave S, Brookings
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RENEWAL-Enhanced Concealed Carry Class ā
Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center, 2810 22nd Ave S, Brookings
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Jacob Womack LIVE at The Comedy Room at Wooden Legs Brewing Company ā
Wooden Legs Brewing Company, 309 5th St #100, Brookings
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Community Art Day ā
South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings
10:00 am
Tuesday August 11
Saturday August 15
Saturday September 26
Friday October 9
Saturday December 5
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Brookings Health System posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Brookings. Apply here.
- Arby's Restaurant posted a job opening for Shift Manager - FT in Brookings. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brookings here.
š Nearby News
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- John 'Jack' Ockenga (moodycountyenterprise.com)
Brandon
- Fire causes heavy damage to Brandon Ballpark (keloland.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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