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Hi Grayslake! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What's really at stake with Grayslake's massive new data center plan?
  • Could you now qualify for expanded help with your utility bills?
  • How did Grayslake Central fare in Wednesday's volleyball showdown?

Also on today's calendar: Craft for a Cause - Blind Date with a Card Kit and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain becoming heavier; humid, with a high of 70 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 66, low: 43.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Your Illinois News Radar » Roundup: Data centers and surveillance cameras under the microscope (capitolfax.com) — Grayslake's planned T5 mega data center is drawing intense scrutiny, with residents suing the village over approvals even as officials tout billions in projected tax revenue and limited utility impacts. A broader statewide debate is growing around data centers, surveillance cameras, and how these technologies affect energy use, privacy, and local control in communities like Grayslake.
   

2. As LIHEAP Registration Opens, Faver Dias Highlights Legislation Increasing Access to Program (ilhousedems.com) — Grayslake residents struggling with utility bills may qualify for more help this fall, as Rep. Laura Faver Dias' new law expands LIHEAP eligibility up to 300% of the federal poverty level. With early applications opening Oct. 1 for seniors, people with disabilities, young families, and those facing shutoffs, the measure also blocks a planned surcharge hike to keep energy costs more manageable statewide.
   

3. Burlington Central boys golf wins back-to-back regional titles: Wednesday's Northwest Herald roundup (shawlocal.com) — Grayslake Central's girls volleyball team fell in straight sets to Crystal Lake Central in a nonconference road match, with the Rams unable to slow a balanced Tigers attack. The roundup also highlights Burlington Central's boys golf regional title and several other area volleyball, soccer, and flag football results that may feature teams Grayslake athletes regularly face.
   

4. Grass clippings self-ignite, sparking fire that heavily engulfed detached garage near Round Lake (lakemchenryscanner.com) — Fire crews from Grayslake helped battle a major detached-garage fire Sunday evening in unincorporated Round Lake, where self-igniting grass clippings spread to the structure and downed power lines. No one was hurt, but Fairfield Road closed, power was knocked out nearby, and firefighters had to stretch hoses several blocks to reach a hydrant.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Urban Farm Center takes root with community grand opening Oct. 17 —College of Lake County Read on Patch
  • Get smart about AI and cybersecurity with CLC —College of Lake County Read on Patch
  • TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser PT – Flexible Hours! in Grayslake. Apply here.
  • TE Connectivity posted a job opening for Machine Operator I - 1st Shift (6am - 2:30pm Mon - Fri) in Grayslake. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Grayslake here.

Ok Grayslake! 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 waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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