🌱 Patch AM: How a Hudson elementary teacher’s case ended in a prison sentence

Hello Hudson! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How a Hudson elementary teacher’s case ended in a prison sentence
• How a Hudson senior turned setbacks into a Division I golf shot
• Which Hudson driver just appeared in a Minnesota court report?

Also on today's calendar: Trivia Night at Hudson Tap and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one magnet say to the other magnet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 33 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 40, low: 22.
• Thursday: Drizzle; freezing early, with a high of 37 and low of 33 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Elementary Teacher Who Sent Teen 35K Texts in 3 Months Cries in Court (usmagazine.com) — A former fifth-grade teacher at River Crest Elementary in Hudson has been sentenced to six years in prison and must register as a sex offender after pleading guilty to child enticement and sexual misconduct by school staff. The case involved inappropriate messages and contact with an 11-year-old student, and the court also imposed strict post-release supervision and limits on her contact with minors.
   

2. The Scoop: It's been an up-and-down junior golf career for Drake Card, but the Hudson senior is up for chance of a lifetime, commits to UWGB (wisconsin.golf) — Hudson senior golfer Drake Card, a standout in Wisconsin’s Class of 2026, has committed to play for UW-Green Bay after a strong run of state and summer tournament finishes. His rise back into the state’s top rankings highlights both his perseverance and Hudson’s presence on the statewide golf stage.
   

3. Redwood County Court News December 9th-15th, 2025 (myklgr.com) — Regional court records from Redwood County, Minnesota, include a traffic citation for a driver listed as being from Hudson among many other cases. Hudson residents may want to note how even minor speeding and insurance violations in neighboring states can lead to notable fines and, in some cases, license or confinement consequences.
   

4. Timothy E Lee (beloitdailynews.com) — Hudson readers are connected to this loss through Timothy E. Lee’s daughter, Christine, who lives in Hudson. The longtime engineer and hunter safety instructor, formerly of Beloit and most recently Arkdale, is remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, and community member who loved the outdoors and built a peaceful retirement life with his wife Sharon.
   

📸 Around Hudson

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hudson

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday December 24

• Trivia Night at Hudson Tap
  Hudson Tap, 417 2nd St, Hudson
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday December 25

• Walk-In Nail Trims
  Angel's Pet World , 105 2nd St , Hudson
  2:00 pm

Saturday December 27

• Tattersall Winter Wonderland Cocktail Class
  Tattersall Distilling , 1777 Paulson Rd. , River Falls
  4:00 pm

Tuesday December 30

• Bingo at Hudson Tap!
  Hudson Tap , 417 2nd Street , Hudson
  5:30 pm
• Pinball League at Hudson Tap
  Hudson Tap , 417 2nd Street , Hudson
  8:00 pm

Wednesday December 31

• Trivia Night at Hudson Tap
  Hudson Tap , 417 2nd St , Hudson
  6:00 pm

Thursday January 1

• Walk-In Nail Trims
  Angel's Pet World , 105 2nd St , Hudson
  2:00 pm

📣 Hudson Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 23

• Bingo at Hudson Tap!
  Hudson Tap , 417 2nd Street , Hudson
  5:30 pm
• Pinball League at Hudson Tap
  Hudson Tap , 417 2nd Street , Hudson
  8:00 pm

Thursday December 25

• Walk-In Nail Trims
  Angel's Pet World , 105 2nd St , Hudson
  2:00 pm

Saturday December 27

• Tattersall Winter Wonderland Cocktail Class
  Tattersall Distilling , 1777 Paulson Rd. , River Falls
  4:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Proud of grandson.
  Hudson Wrestling Champ. Invitational Osceola, WI Dec 20 (Nextdoor Hudson Township)
• My Cozy Modern Shared Home (Hudson) has opening.
  It's a household for 3 women that is peaceful & supportive. No smoking or using but laughter & relaxation. Call 952 381 4940. Kathy (Nextdoor Village of North Hudson)

• Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Hudson. Apply here.
• ManpowerGroup posted a job opening for Production Worker First Shift in Hudson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hudson here.

Ok Hudson! 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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