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In today's newsletter:

  • Could your memory help solve a Downers Grove teen's 1976 murder?

Also on today's calendar: Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4) and 15 more events.

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

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  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 66, low: 46.
  • Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Answers Still Sought 50 Years After Murder Of Downers Grove Teen Jenny Lynn Springman (patch.com) — Investigators are renewing their call for information in the still-unsolved 1976 murder of Downers Grove teen Jennifer "Jenny" Lynn Springman, whose body was found near Hickory Creek in New Lenox. As the 50-year mark arrives, Will County detectives stress that even faded or seemingly minor memories from that night could help, and they're sharing direct contact details for anyone willing to come forward.
   

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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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