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Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. 2 Aurora Gang Members Arrested In Separate Firearm Incidents This Week: Police (patch.com) — Two confirmed gang members from Aurora were arrested this week in separate firearm-related cases, including a domestic dispute on West Galena Boulevard where a gun was fired but no one was hospitalized. Aurora police and prosecutors have filed multiple felony weapons and battery charges, and officials say cracking down on illegal guns and gang members remains a top priority for community safety.
2. Friday Flyover: Marmion Academy (abc7chicago.com) — Marmion Academy in Aurora is being spotlighted for its unique mix of Catholic education, military-style leadership programs, and a working farm right on its 300-acre campus. The school recently began enrolling young women as Cadets, drawing students from across the western suburbs and serving as both a high school and a popular seasonal destination through Marmion Abbey Farms.
3. Sandwich Defeats Marengo to Improve to 5-3 - Week Eight Area High School Varsity Football Results (wspynews.com) — Aurora football fans have plenty to cheer about after East Aurora, West Aurora, Aurora Central Catholic, and Aurora Christian all picked up wins to improve their records heading into the final stretch of the season. In a busy Friday slate of Fox Valley and nearby matchups, several other area teams also battled for playoff positioning, with standout rushing and passing performances across the board.
4. Best residential property deals the week of Sept. 28 in Kane County (shawlocal.com) — A recent sale of a 5th Street home in Aurora for $390,000 highlights how Kane County's more affordable deals compare to the county's higher average price. The roundup also features a top sale in North Aurora and several nearby suburbs, giving Aurora buyers and sellers a snapshot of current prices and home sizes.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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