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And on the Burnsville Patch calendar - Adult Open Hockey (18 & older only)
Hello again Burnsville! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Do you have footage that could help solve this Crystal Lake assault?
- How a Burnsville highway sign connects to a nationwide speed limit law
- Could a federal funding freeze shutter Burnsville child care centers?
Today's riddle: I quit my job as a banker. 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Burnsvillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Friday: Partly sunny and cold, with a high of 11 and low of 8 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Saturday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 21, low: 4.
- Sunday: P.M. freezing drizzle; cloudy, with a high of 27 and low of 23 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Female victim reports assault near Crystal Lake (hometownsource.com) — Burnsville police are investigating an assault reported on a park trail near Crystal Lake on New Year’s morning and are asking nearby residents to review any home surveillance footage. The victim escaped after being threatened by an unknown man who claimed to have a weapon, and officers have increased patrols while urging walkers to stay alert, avoid distractions, and call 911 for urgent concerns. 
Find out what's happening in Burnsvillefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• Today in history, January 2, 2026 (mininggazette.com) — A historical note tied to Burnsville highlights a 55 mph speed limit sign on State Highway 13, recalling the 1974 federal law that once capped highway speeds nationwide. The rest of the piece looks back at major events that occurred on January 2 in various years, from international conflicts to notable political and sports moments.
• Legitimate child care centers will suffer if funding freeze goes through, advocates warn (kstp.com) — A Burnsville child care center director warns that a federal freeze on Minnesota’s child care funding could force legitimate centers, including hers, to close and leave parents scrambling for care. Advocates and state officials argue the Trump administration’s response to suspected fraud is overly broad, unfairly targets communities, and may be illegal, with Minnesota’s attorney general exploring legal options.
📸 Around Burnsville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Burnsville
- Adult Open Hockey (18 & older only)
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
9:00 am - Public Skating *Special Event*
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
12:00 pm - Developmental Hockey Ice
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
6:00 am - Public Skating
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
11:00 am - Stick and Puck
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
11:00 am - Parks and Natural Resources Commission Meeting
Burnsville Calendar , 100 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
6:30 pm - Developmental Hockey Ice
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
6:00 am - Public Skating for 18 & older
Burnsville Calendar , 251 Civic Center Parkway , Burnsville
9:00 am
Sunday January 4
Monday January 5
Tuesday January 6
📣 Burnsville Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Shakopee Library's Beans & Books at the Shakopee Brewhall
Shakopee Brewhall , 124 1st Ave E , Shakopee
9:00 am - Storytime for Babies
Heritage Library , Heritage Large Meeting Room , Apple Valley
9:30 am - Firefighters Relief Association Board Meeting
Apple Valley, MN Calendar , 7100 147th St. W. , Apple Valley
9:00 am - Storytime for 2s–6s
Heritage Library , Heritage Large Meeting Room , Apple Valley
10:00 am
Saturday January 3
Tuesday January 6
Wednesday January 7
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools posted a job opening for ABE Substitute Teacher in Burnsville. Apply here.
- XPO Logistics, Inc. posted a job opening for Forklift Operator - FAC Shift in Burnsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Burnsville here.
🗞 Nearby News
Bloomington
- Bloomington-Richfield community calendar, Jan. 2-8 (hometownsource.com)
- Bloomington man, 37, charged with sexually assaulting girl; police believe there may be more victims (cbsnews.com)
- Year in Review: 2025 in Bloomington and Richfield (hometownsource.com)
Lakeville
- Valeri Nichushkin delivers New Year's Eve hat trick (sportscasting.com)
Ok Burnsville! 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
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