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In today's newsletter:

  • What big downtown change did Bourbonnais' mayor just hint is coming?

Also on today's calendar: Cancer Support Group - Coping with Uncertainty and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 73 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 78, low: 48.
  • Thursday: Nice with sun and some clouds, with a high of 71 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Area mayors highlight growth, collaborations throughout Kankakee County (shawlocal.com) — Bourbonnais residents heard Mayor Jeff Keast outline new housing, including a 102-unit project, and regional draws like The Grove entertainment venue during a countywide mayors' luncheon. He also teased a coming announcement that will significantly reshape the village's downtown look, while neighboring mayors shared public safety, business growth, and infrastructure updates affecting Kankakee County communities.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday October 6
  • Martial Arts →
    Martial Arts Academy, 236 W. Broadway St, Bradley
    5:30 pm
    • Wednesday October 7
  • Therapeutic Tai Chi →
    Recreation Station, 770 East Franklin St, Bradley
    10:30 am
  • Pumpkins & Petals →
    The Lush Vine, 51 North Main Street, Manteno
    6:00 pm
    • Friday October 9
  • Cross Country (A) Sectionals @ KCC
    Kankakee Community College, 100 College Drive, Kankakee
    4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • To the amazing and fun individuals who are leaving painted Halloween rocks in the neighborhood I love seeing them and you brightened my day because I love rocks and Halloween!!!!
    Just know someone appreciates you!!! I found these and seen the ghost rock but didn't take it!!! (Nextdoor Cap Estates)
  • Bourbonnais Elementary School District No. 53 posted a job opening for Substitute Custodian in Bourbonnais. Apply here.
  • Midas, Inc. posted a job opening for counter person in Bourbonnais. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bourbonnais here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bradley

  • Mattel Wonder Indoor Water Park (omaha.com)
  • Your Prep Sports Area Alumni Report: West Branch Graduate Henson Has Big Game for University of Sioux Falls (yourprepsports.com)

Manteno

  • After track closing, programs like Galloping Out ride to the rescue of retired racehorses (newstribune.com)
  • Top 10 most expensive homes sold in Kankakee County, Sept. 21 to 27 (shawlocal.com)

Kankakee

  • Editorial: Donna Miller for US House of Representatives in District 2 (chicagotribune.com)
  • Wilmington continues to study banning Kratom in local stores (shawlocal.com)

Ok Bourbonnais! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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