MDH COVID Outbreak List + BIPOC-Owned Business Grants

Happy October, Mendota Heights! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything worth knowing today in Mendota Heights.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy, a little rain. High: 78 Low: 63.

Here are the top stories today in Mendota Heights:

1. St. Croix Lutheran in West Saint Paul was recently placed on the Minnesota Department of Health's list of schools that have had recent COVID-19 outbreaks. (Mendota Heights Patch)
2. This $1.6 million house is on the market in Mendota Heights. (Mendota Heights Patch)
3. BIPOC small business owners can apply for a grant from Comcast's Investment Fund. (Eagan Patch)

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Today in Mendota Heights:

There are no events on the calendar today.

Mendota Heights Patch Notebook

• Visitation School and Convent: "It's #teachertuesday! Meet Visitation's tech integration team -- Mrs. Irizarry and Mrs. Baca. At Visitation School, we know that when our students are tech savvy, a whole new world of possibilities opens up for them..." (Facebook)
• Saint Thomas Academy: "The Middle School Houses held their annual Cadets Fight Song Contest yesterday! Comment who you think deserved the win below! #GoCadets" (Facebook)
• Mano a Mano International: "The first of our 2 containers is full! Once we get the 2nd container loaded, these medical supplies, mobility equipment, and other items will be distributed to people in need throughout Bolivia..." (Facebook)

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Events:

• Social Security Seminar (Oct. 11)
• ACR Homes Fall Employment Festival (Oct. 14)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update! If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Morgan Reddekopp

About me:

Feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or story ideas at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com and follow me on Twitter @ReddekoppMorgan for more news updates.

I grew up in Eagan, MN before attending Winona State University where I majored in Creative Digital Media and minored in Journalism and Creative Writing. I am very excited to be a reporter in my hometown! In my free time, I like to paint, draw and write. I am currently working on my poetry manuscript, and also enjoy hiking and being outdoors.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Mendota Heights Daily? I'm all ears. You can contact me at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com.