🌱 Patch AM: Missing 67-Year-Old Man Found Safe: Arlington Heights PD

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In today's newsletter:

• Community helps locate missing 67-year-old man in Arlington Heights
• Will you soon be able to walk Arlington Alfresco with a cocktail?
• How a stop-sign violation sent an SUV onto private property

Also on today's calendar: Election Protection: How To Protect Our Voting Rights and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Want to hear a joke about a broken pencil? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Cool with clouds and sun, with a high of 58 and low of 49 degrees.
• Friday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 65, low: 53.
• Saturday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., with a high of 72 and low of 56 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

1. Missing 67-Year-Old Man Found Safe: Arlington Heights PD (patch.com) — Arlington Heights police report that 67-year-old Mahoud Izraren, who went missing near Volz Park without needed medication, has been found safe. Officers credit Arlington Heights residents for quickly sharing information and calling in tips after a Silver Search was issued through Illinois State Police.    

2. Drinks to go? Arlington Heights could allow patrons to sip and stroll this summer (dailyherald.com) — Downtown Arlington Heights may soon let you carry alcoholic drinks while walking within the Arlington Alfresco zone under a proposed summer “social district” pilot. Village trustees are weighing details like cup rules, age verification, and enforcement, with supporters touting economic benefits and one trustee voicing concerns about underage drinking, trash, and crowd control.    

3. Stop Sign Disobeyed, Extrication at 'Property Damage Only' Crash at Haddow Avenue and St. James Street in Arlington Heights (arlingtoncardinal.com) — Emergency crews responded Wednesday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash at Haddow Avenue and St. James Street in Arlington Heights, where a woman was briefly trapped by a damaged car door but declined hospital transport. The collision, involving a black sedan and white SUV, followed an alleged stop-sign violation and pushed one vehicle onto private property. Authorities had not yet released citation details.    

4. Key lawmaker says suburban Bears stadium deal is dragging due to hopes team will reconsider Chicago site (chicagotribune.com) — State lawmakers are wrestling with whether to back a massive infrastructure and tax deal that could bring a new Chicago Bears stadium to the former Arlington International Racecourse site in Arlington Heights. Negotiations are snagged by Chicago legislators hoping for a revived city lakefront plan, questions over long-term tax breaks, and the lack of a traffic study addressing impacts on Arlington Heights and neighboring suburbs.    

5. Why Buffalo Grove Is Illinois' Best Place To Live In 2026 (q985online.com) — Arlington Heights just ranked 46th nationally in U.S. News & World Report’s new 2026–2027 “Best Places to Live” list, underscoring its appeal alongside top-rated neighbor Buffalo Grove. The ranking reflects strong schools, safety, and quality of life that continue to make the village a standout choice for current and prospective residents.    

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📸 Around Arlington Heights

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Arlington Heights

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday May 21

• Election Protection: How To Protect Our Voting Rights →
  Virtual Event,
  7:00 pm

Saturday May 23

• Wake up to donuts on your doorstep from Do-Rite! Order by 10pm Friday. →
  7:00 am
• IKEA Family Kite Festival..Celebrating America May 23 and May 24 →
  Milwaukee
  9:00 am
• Schaumburg Prairie Arts Festival Featuring Live Cello by Drew Wiegman →
  Al Larson Prairie Center For the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct, Schaumburg
  11:00 am

Sunday May 24

• Celebrate Memorial Day with BBQ, Steaks, Seafood, Pizza, Italian & Sweet Treats Delivered! →
  10:00 am
• The iconic Manny's Deli is bringing pastrami, brisket, + more your way. Order by 10am. →
  3:00 pm

Monday May 25

• Wake up this Memorial Day to fresh Do-Rite donuts delivered right to your doorstep! →
  7:00 am

Friday May 29

• The original Chicago pizza pot pie, rich & cheesy, is headed you way! Order by Thursday. →
  3:00 pm
• Pequod's famous caramelized-crust pizza, delivered. Order by noon Tuesday. →
  3:00 pm

Saturday June 6

• Rosemont Uncorked →
  5501 Park Pl, Rosemont
  12:00 pm

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Other local events

Friday May 29

• Learning Loft Enrollment →
  Learning Loft, 655 N 1st Bank Dr, Palatine
  6:00 am
• Spring Classic Auction Part 2 - The Best Of The Best →
  Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
  6:00 pm

Wednesday June 10

• Licensed & Insured Local Movers →
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Wheeling Township Recognizes Older Americans Month —St. Steven PR Read on Patch
• Village Treasure House honored by Hunger Resource Network as 2026 Corporate Hunger Hero of the Year —Alan Blitz, Volunteer Media Writer Read on Patch

• We have a cat that has been coming around our yard for the past few weeks.
  It is very hungry and seems to be a stray or a lost cat. Does anyone recognize this cat or know of anyone looking for a lost cat?? Please let me… (Nextdoor Rec Park)
• I know this is a long shot, but I found an abandoned baby squirrel wandering in the road.
  I don’t have the means of transportation to take it to a rescue, does anyone want to help save this baby’s life? :( (Nextdoor Arlington Hts Pioneer Pk)

• At Home Decor Superstore posted a job opening for Team Member (Arlington Heights, IL) in Arlington Heights. Apply here.
• Township High School District 214 posted a job opening for Community Education Core Aquatics Assistant Coach in Arlington Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arlington Heights here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Nevermind, it has no point. (Thank you Kristi B. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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