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🌱 Patch AM: How November’s term-limits vote could reshape Highland Park’s leadership

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Good morning Highland Park! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How November's term-limits vote could reshape Highland Park's leadership
  • What to expect at Highland Park's cozy Stews & Brews bash

Also on today's calendar: Make A Difference Day and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Clearing and less humid, with a high of 63 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 64, low: 53.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 70 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Highland Park puts term limits up for referendum: 'It's time for change' (chicagotribune.com) — Highland Park voters will decide in November whether to impose two-term limits on the mayor and City Council members, a change that would not be retroactive but could reshape local leadership starting with the 2027 elections. Local officials, civic groups, and residents are split, with supporters arguing term limits will bring fresh ideas and challengers, while opponents warn about losing experience and say higher voter turnout is a better check on power.
   

• 10 pop-up events to eat and drink at in Chicago this October, from Apple Fest to a chili cook-off (chicagotribune.com) — Highland Park food lovers can look forward to the Stews & Brews bash, featuring hearty cold-weather dishes, drinks, live music, and kids' activities alongside firepits and warm cocktails. It's one of several Chicago-area October pop-up events highlighted, ranging from Lincoln Square's Apple Fest to a chili cook-off and charity dinners across the city and suburbs.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • NSYMCA Welcomes Back Artist Lois Johnson to their Community Gallery in October —North Suburban YMCA Read on Patch
  • Mahjong Open Play comes to the North Suburban YMCA in Northbrook —North Suburban YMCA Read on Patch
  • Your Questions About The Recycled Art Sale Answered —James Lynch Read on Patch
  • Does anyone have a good recommendation for someone to patch/sand/paint two pieces of drywall that had to be cut out to fix a gas leak in my home?
    Could be a handyman or someone who specializes in this sort of work. (Nextdoor Highland Park)
  • This is a total long shot but I will post it, encouraged by the several posts of "MIA doctors".
    This one goes back at least 10 years, and while his death does not qualify him to be MIA, the suddenness and lack of any information has been an… (Nextdoor Highland Park Areas)
  • Albertsons Company posted a job opening for Deli Associate in Highland Park. Apply here.
  • Woodhouse posted a job opening for Spa Attendant in Highland Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Highland Park here.

🗞 Nearby News

Deerfield

  • Hellenic American Academy Celebrates 20 Years In Deerfield (patch.com)
  • Senior Manager, Commercial Insights, Patient & Access Analytics (amgen.com)

Lake Forest

  • Lake Forest high school senior promoting sustainable farms to consumers in North Shore (chicagotribune.com)

Ok Highland Park! 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: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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