Good morning, Framingham.

Andy Thompson and Catie Henry, who met as student RAs in Towers at FSU, returned to campus after job opportunities in Missouri+they are now engaged and planning a wedding to reunite with family and celebrate their local roots.

Franklin is calling for restaurants to join its nine-day Restaurant Week from Dec.

12 to Dec. 20 and downtown festivities on Dec. 12 — while Temazcal Tequila Cantina closed its Framingham location after eight years and Everbowl opens its first North Shore spot in Beverly at 55 Dodge St.

Installing a smart thermostat may save Framingham homeowners at least 8% on heating and cooling bills by allowing remote control, scheduling, and Energy Star rebates.

Energy-efficient models like Google Nest and Honeywell may lower utility expenses (and reduce energy use) in homes.

A Framingham State student (nearing graduation) expressed uncertainty about next steps while crediting the college for building essential life skills.

The reflection shows that growth can come from unexpected challenges and supportive learning environments.

FSU will discontinue its English Language Programs after Dec.

31 due to declining enrollment, according to President Nancy Niemi's email. The program, which helped multilingual learners in the MetroWest for over 30 years (enrollment fell dramatically), will now guide students to alternative local classes.

Marissa Hanson joined Framingham State in June as the marketing manager responsible for social media and print services.

With a background in nursing and digital media marketing, she brings creative energy to campus initiatives (she values community and the arts).

Framingham State University posted a rebranded role for vice president of Equity and Inclusion with a salary above $150,000 after Jeffrey Coleman stepped down this summer; the new hire is expected to actively engage with students and community members (echoing past champions) to support inclusive initiatives on campus.

SGA announced fall funding deadlines for student clubs — final submissions are due Nov.

15 and the Finance Committee will review them on Nov. 18 — while clubs must finish the Big Budget Grouping form by Nov. 23 ahead of the annual Big Budget event on Feb. 9.

Before their Oct. 10 loss to Westfield State, the Rams celebrated five graduating seniors with a special ceremony on campus.

A win on Oct. 13 improved their record to 6—9 and the team now faces Salem State today in a conference matchup.

Senior Nick Duarte ran for all four touchdowns in a 28-27 win over Durfee on Oct.

15 at Bowditch Field. He gained 248 yards and scored a final 29-yard touchdown run with 1:07 left.

On Oct. 14, the Framingham State Rams lost 1-0 to the Lesley University Lynx on home turf, which brought their conference record to 3-0-1 and overall to 5-5-1.

The Rams host Westfield State Owls today for a conference matchup.