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🌱 Patch AM: New Fiber Network Planned Across Deerfield After Village Board Approval

Coming up: High Holiday Services for The New Reform Congregation Kadima on the Deerfield Patch calendar

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Coffee in hand, Deerfield? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Deerfield approves stricter-overseen fiber buildout reaching nearly all homes
  • How a Deerfield lawmaker helped expand Illinois medical cannabis access
  • Deerfield mourns Bears legend Matt Suhey after his death at home

Also on today's calendar: High Holiday Services for The New Reform Congregation Kadima and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 82, low: 64.
  • Sunday: Mainly cloudy and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Fiber Network Planned Across Deerfield After Village Board Approval (patch.com) — Deerfield residents can expect a major new fiber-optic network after the Village Board approved Ezee Fiber's right-of-way agreement, paving the way for service to about 95 percent of homes. Officials, mindful of recent problems with AT&T's work in Deerfield, built in stricter rules on construction timing, resident notifications, restoration standards, and third-party oversight to better protect neighborhoods during the multiyear buildout.
   

• Illinois Expands Access for Medical Cannabis Patients and Dispensaries (southernillinoisnow.com) — Illinois medical cannabis patients now have more dispensary options statewide as 37 existing shops gain licenses to serve both medical and adult-use customers. Deerfield's State Rep. Bob Morgan backed the change, saying it improves patient access and creates new opportunities for small cannabis businesses across Illinois.
   

• Details On The Death Of Former Bears Star And Super Bowl XX Champion Matt Suhey Have Come To Light (fadeawayworld.net) — Former Chicago Bears fullback and Super Bowl XX champion Matt Suhey died Sunday after being found unresponsive at his home in Deerfield, where local police and the Lake County Coroner determined he passed from natural causes. The longtime resident is remembered as a tough player, devoted friend to Walter Payton, and beloved figure in the Bears community.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • NSYMCA Youth & Government Program Celebrates Achievements at the 2026 General Assembly —North Suburban YMCA Read on Patch
  • Baxter International, Inc. posted a job opening for US Supply Chain Customer Service Specialist in Deerfield. Apply here.
  • USA Vein Clinics - USA Clinics Group posted a job opening for Patient Scheduling Coordinator - Polish Speaking in Northbrook. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Deerfield here.

🗞 Nearby News

Highland Park

  • 10-year-old Highland Parker makes a splash at state, regional summer swim meets (therecordnorthshore.org)
  • Ravinia Announces Winter Weekend Lineup For December (patch.com)

Northbrook

  • Northbrook Art Studio To Celebrate Ribbon Cutting With International Dot Day (patch.com)
  • NSYMCA Youth & Government Program Celebrates Achievements at the 2026 General Assembly (patch.com)

Buffalo Grove

  • Charlie Kirk Remembered In Arlington Heights 1 Year After Assassination (patch.com)
  • BuffaLou Chicken Pizza Returns At Buffalo Grove-Based Lou Malnati's (patch.com)

Ok Deerfield! 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: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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