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Benton, Illinois Patch AM: a 3 min read

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  • How long Jackie Branch ramp access at Rend Lake will be limited

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 84 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 86, low: 63. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Breezy in the a.m.; some sun, with a high of 86 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Jackie Branch Boat Ramp at Rend Lake Temporarily Closing for Improvements (wmix94.com) — If you’re heading to Rend Lake from Benton, be aware the Jackie Branch Boat Ramp, its access road, parking lot, and restrooms are closed June 2–3 for accessibility upgrades. Crews are installing a new ADA-compliant fishing dock, kayak launch, and walkway, and the ramp will reopen once work is finished.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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