🌱 Patch AM: What’s next after Elmhurst’s panel backed the disputed Riverside Drive warehouse?

What's up Elmhurst! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

• What’s next after Elmhurst’s panel backed the disputed Riverside Drive warehouse?
• How far has York alum Ryan Sloan climbed since his Elmhurst days?

Also on today's calendar: Youth United Summer Camp and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The top potato won what? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Intervals of clouds and sun, with a high of 76 and low of 57 degrees.
• Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 76, low: 58.
• Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 76 and low of 55 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Elmhurst Panel OKs Controversial Warehouse Plan; Neighbors Opposed (patch.com) — A key Elmhurst zoning panel has unanimously approved a controversial warehouse plan on Riverside Drive near Salt Creek Elementary, sending it on to the City Council. Neighbors worry about truck traffic, noise, and who might eventually occupy the building, while the developer has reduced dock numbers and pledged it will not become an immigration detention facility.    

• With mom cheering him on, MLB's No. 21 prospect spins 6 perfect frames, K's 11 (mlb.com) — Elmhurst gets a shout-out as former York High standout Ryan Sloan, now a top Seattle Mariners prospect, dominated with six perfect innings and 11 strikeouts for Double-A Arkansas. His performance highlights how quickly the Elmhurst native is adjusting to pro ball after starring locally in high school.    

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📸 Around Elmhurst

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Elmhurst

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday June 2

• Youth United Summer Camp →
  Youth United, 251 S Cottage Hill Ave, Elmhurst
  8:00 am

Saturday June 6

• Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show →
  DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton
  9:00 am
• Crafted with Pride, Wolfden's Summer Market →
  Wolfden Brewing Company, 112 W Lake St, Bloomingdale
  12:00 pm

Sunday June 7

• Galli #591, Live Professional Wrestling presented by Village of Bensenville & Galli Lucha Libre →
  Edge Arena on John-545, 545 John St, Bensenville
  5:45 pm

Want to see your event featured? Click here!

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Other local events

Sunday May 31

• Blood Drive →
  149 W Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst
  9:00 am
• Deep Dish Delivery: Signature pies, tavern-style pizza, & more from George's! Order by 10am. →
  3:00 pm

Monday June 1

• Wayne Township Mental Health Board 2026 Grant Award Ceremony →
  Wayne Township Building, 27W031 North Ave, West Chicago
  6:00 pm

Tuesday June 2

• Get pastrami, brisket, + more from the iconic Manny's Deli! Order by 10am. →
  3:00 pm

Wednesday June 3

• Elmhurst Farmers Market →
  149 W Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst
  7:00 am
• RPM Steak delivers the ultimate steakhouse experience to your door! Order by 10am. →
  3:00 pm
• Lobster lovers get ready, Happy Lobster rolls + more are headed your way! Order by 10am. →
  3:00 pm

Thursday June 4

• Jaycee Tot Lot Playground Input Meeting →
  445 N Larch Ave, Elmhurst
  5:00 pm

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📣 Elmhurst Shout Outs!

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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Elmhurst PatchAM possible:

• Oak Park Conservatory — (708) 725-2400
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• Ga, construction and maintenance inc — (773) 653-0277
  Your trusted team for remodels and repairs.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Elmhurst Garden Club celebrates 100 years at the memorial Day parade. —Deborah Read on Patch

• Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin posted a job opening for Team Member in Elmhurst. Apply here.
• GPAC Staffing posted a job opening for Drywall Project Manager: $85K-$135K in Elmhurst. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Elmhurst here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Villa Park

• Suburban Chicago man hits 108 mph in chase with DuPage County deputy: prosecutors (fox32chicago.com)
• Huskies Face Coastal Carolina Friday Night In NCAA Tallahassee Regional (getsomemaction.com)

Lombard

• 95 Yorktown Ctr # 225, Lombard, IL 60148 (realtor.com)
• Miami commit Israel Abrams set for Elite 11 Finals, continues to recruit for Canes (on3.com)

Addison

• Landscaping Trends That Are Taking Over 2026 (So Far) (housedigest.com)

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Ok Elmhurst! 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: A championchip (Thank you Timothy G. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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