🌱 Patch AM: Where can Elmhurst drivers still find relatively cheaper E15 gas?

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In today's newsletter:

• Where can Elmhurst drivers still find relatively cheaper E15 gas?
• How did Augustana dominate Elmhurst in Saturday's home football matchup?

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

Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Monday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 74 and low of 53 degrees.
• Tuesday: Warm with periods of sun, temps: high: 76, low: 61.
• Wednesday: Cloudy with afternoon rain, with a high of 75 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• DuPage County sees lowest price for E15 gas at $3.99 in week ending Sept. 19 (dupagepolicyjournal.com) — Elmhurst drivers are seeing some of DuPage County's lower E15 gas prices, with the city's reported low at $4.12 per gallon in the latest weekly snapshot. Countywide, the cheapest E15 was $3.99, while the Illinois average hit $4.48. The report also explains how broader oil markets and refinery issues are keeping 2026 fuel costs elevated.
   

• Augustana football races past Elmhurst in road win (qconline.com) — A home game in Elmhurst saw the local Bluejays fall 58-14 to Augustana, despite a brief second-quarter surge that pulled them within three points. The matchup featured several big-play touchdowns and a standout defensive performance from Augustana, including two interception returns. Elmhurst fans now look ahead as Augustana prepares to visit top-ranked North Central next.
   

📸 Around Elmhurst

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Elmhurst

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday October 3
• Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4) →
  100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Monday September 28
• Pizza Delivery: Signature Pies, Tavern-Style Pizza, & More from George's! Order by Monday. →
  2:30 pm
• The Mind Readers →
  Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst
  7:00 pm
Wednesday September 30
• Elmhurst Farmers Market →
  149 W Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst
  7:00 am
• Little Lambs Preschool Experience →
  Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst
  9:00 am
Thursday October 1
• TNT Community Pours @ 93 Octane Elmhurst →
  93 Octane Brewery, Elmhurst
  5:00 pm
• Cancer Companions Support Group →
  149 W Brush Hill Rd, Elmhurst
  7:00 pm
• Made in Chicago: The Golden Age of Manufacturing in Chicagoland →
  Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst
  7:00 pm
• Forever Friends: A Homecoming Cabaret →
  Mill Theatre, 253 Walter St, Elmhurst
  7:30 pm
Friday October 2
• Rich, cheesy, and iconic; the original Chicago Pizza Pot Pie is coming your way! Order by Thursday. →
  2:30 pm
• Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's delivered! Order by noon Wednesday. →
  2:30 pm
Saturday October 3
• FREE Storytime Live Event with Curious George in Elmhurst! →
  385 North York Street, Elmhurst
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• I bought my brother and sister in laws car.
  She gave me the signed title. I thought I was supposed to fill it out and send it to Springfield so that's what I did, big mistake. I guess I should… (Nextdoor South Elmhurst)

• Kroger posted a job opening for Cashier in Elmhurst. Apply here.
• Old Second National Bank posted a job opening for Teller Supervisor - Villa Park, IL in Villa Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Elmhurst here.

🗞 Nearby News

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• Boxing News: Illinois Boxing Hall of Fame Announces New Inductees and 2026 Event Details – October 24, 2026 (fightnews.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!)
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