🌱 Patch AM: Bolingbrook man charged in major fentanyl case spanning two counties

Good day Bolingbrook! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Bolingbrook man charged in major fentanyl case spanning two counties
• Bolingbrook star's Illinois visit: how does it stack up to Michigan?

Also on today's calendar: Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 72 and low of 46 degrees.
• Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 67, low: 45.
• Tuesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 70 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Bolingbrook Man Part Of Fentanyl Dealing Ring: Attorney General (patch.com) — A Bolingbrook man is among three people charged with multiple felonies after allegedly delivering large quantities of fentanyl across Cook and DuPage counties, according to the Illinois Attorney General. The trio, including residents of Bellwood and Joliet, reportedly tried to move more than 280 grams over two months and are due back in court Nov. 19 as state authorities emphasize ongoing efforts against the fentanyl crisis.
   

• Ked's Recruiting Roundup: Illinois' Longtime Relationship Stands Out to Brady Pettigrew During Official Visit (illiniguys.com) — Bolingbrook High School football standout Brady Pettigrew, a 6-foot-3 prospect from Bolingbrook, visited the University of Illinois again during Homecoming weekend as the Illini continue a long-running recruitment. He's also drawing serious interest from national powers like Michigan, Arkansas, Ohio State and Florida, giving a local star several high-profile options for his college future.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bolingbrook

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★ Featured events ★

Sunday October 4
• Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4) →
  100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook
  11:00 am
Tuesday October 6
• Drive Thru Mobile Pantry - October 6, 2026 →
  509 E Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook
  4:00 pm
Saturday October 10
• Carillon Craft Show →
  Carillon Clubhouse, 21146 S Carillon Dr, Plainfield
  9:00 am
• Let the Mountains Move Ministries presents...Our Praise & Worship Nite Fundraiser →
  Crosswinds Church, 14360 Rte 59, Plainfield
  4:00 pm
Saturday October 17
• MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center →
  Joliet Junior College Event Center, 1215 Houbolt Rd, Joliet
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Sunday October 4
• Garage Sale - Lots of great stuff!!! →
  1380 Waterside Dr, Bolingbrook
  10:00 am
Monday October 5
• Baby Storytime →
  Fountaindale Public Library, 300 West Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook
  9:30 am
Saturday October 10
• 2026 Celebration of Special Recreation →
  Annerino Community Center, 201 Recreation Dr, Bolingbrook
  11:00 am
Sunday October 11
• Wake Up to Fresh Do-Rite Donuts on Chicago Marathon Sunday! Order by 2pm Saturday. →
  5:30 am
• Pancake Breakfast →
  St. Francis Of Assisi Church, 1501 W Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook
  8:00 am
Saturday October 17
• Bolingbrook's Clow Int. Airport Haunted Hangar →
  Clow International Airport, 130 Clow International Pkwy, Bolingbrook
  10:00 am
Saturday October 24
• Fall Festival and Craft Fair for Whole Community →
  First Presbyterian Church of DuPage, 180 N Weber Rd, Bolingbrook
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

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🗞 Nearby News

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Naperville

• Naperville transportation panel OKs updated bike and pedestrian plan, heads to City Council (chicagotribune.com)

Ok Bolingbrook! 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

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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