🌱 Patch AM: Why a former state senator downsized but stayed in Hinsdale

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In today's newsletter:

• Why a former state senator downsized but stayed in Hinsdale
• Where Hinsdale Central's rivals land in this week's Top 25

Also on today's calendar: Garage/Moving Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 71 and low of 58 degrees.
• Saturday: High clouds and warmer, temps: high: 81, low: 58.
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 72 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Former RTA chair and state Sen. Kirk Dillard sells Hinsdale home for $1.2 million (dailyherald.com) — A longtime Hinsdale resident and former state senator has sold his six-bedroom northwest Hinsdale home and moved to a nearby townhome, staying in the village he calls his hometown. The story details the home's features, sale price, taxes, and why excellent local schools helped drive its value. It also notes his continued ties to Hinsdale Central and the community.
   

• Chicagoland high school football rankings: Get Mike McGraw's Top 25 for Week 8 (chicagotribune.com) — Chicagoland's latest high school football rankings feature powerhouses like Lincoln-Way East and Loyola at the top, with Glenbard West entering the list after a big play against Hinsdale Central. The roundup highlights key performances, records, and upcoming matchups that shape the regional picture. Hinsdale fans can see how their conference rivals stack up heading into Week 8.
   

📸 Around Hinsdale

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hinsdale

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★ Featured events ★

Friday October 9
• Garage/Moving Sale →
  224 E 57th St, Westmont
  8:00 am
Saturday October 10
• FREE-Food For Families in Need →
  Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2317 S Wolf Rd, Hillside
  11:00 am
Sunday October 18
• Camerata Chicago — Mendelssohn's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' →
  Union Church of Hinsdale, 137 S Garfield Ave, Hinsdale
  3:00 pm

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Other local events

Saturday October 10
• Teen Volunteer Opportunity
  Hinsdale Public Library -
  9:45 am
• Stop Ghosting Your Needs →
  Indepth Physical Therapy, 119 East Ogden Avenue, Hinsdale
  10:00 am
Sunday October 11
• Wake Up to Fresh Do-Rite Donuts on Chicago Marathon Sunday! Order by 2pm Saturday. →
  5:30 am
Tuesday October 13
• Forks, Friends & Fellowship: Then & Now →
  415 W 8th St, Hinsdale
  11:30 am
Thursday October 15
• The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon. →
  5:30 pm
Saturday October 17
• Fall Craft & Vendor Show →
  Walker Park Rec Center, 7425 S Wolf Rd, Burr Ridge
  10:00 am
• Fall Fashion Jewlery Sale →
  15W100 Plainfield Rd, Burr Ridge
  10:00 am
Sunday October 25
• Connected for Safety: A Benefit for Survivors of Domestic Violence and Community Conversation →
  The Elm, 23 W Harris Ave, La Grange
  9:00 am
• Fenwick High School Open House →
  Fenwick High School, 505 Washington Blvd, Oak Park
  12:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Balducci's Food Lover's Market posted a job opening for Deli Clerk in Clarendon Hills. Apply here.
• Dignity Home Care posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Westmont. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hinsdale here.

🗞 Nearby News

Clarendon Hills

• Naperville tops Niche's 2026 best places list as 7 cities crack top 10 (qz.com)
• D181 students and staff participate in Hinsdale Rotary Race at Robbins Park (dupagepolicyjournal.com)

Westmont

• EMA Looking For Volunteers (illinois.gov)
• Wicked West Fest Costume Contest Saturday, October 17 (illinois.gov)
• La Salle-Peru to face former QB Marion Persich, Morris: NewsTribune/BCR Week 8 football preview (shawlocal.com)

Oak Brook

• Henricksen Opens New 14,000-SF Oak Brook Headquarters in Illinois (cremarketbeat.com)

Ok Hinsdale! 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 cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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