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🌱 Patch AM: How Huntley’s late goal kept their Fox Valley title hopes alive

Happening soon: Fall Harvest Fest-Trunk or Treat hosted by Springbrook on the Huntley Patch calendar

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Hello again Huntley! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Huntley's late goal kept their Fox Valley title hopes alive
  • Meet the Sun City resident turning a golf cart into a locomotive

Also on today's calendar: Fall Harvest Fest-Trunk or Treat hosted by Springbrook 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 68 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 79, low: 54.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 74 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Adrian Luna finishes in final minutes, propels Huntley to crucial FVC win over McHenry (shawlocal.com) — Huntley soccer fans saw a thriller Thursday as Huntley High's boys team edged McHenry 2-1 at home, with Adrian Luna scoring the game-winner in the 76th minute. Tyler Murray buried a second-half penalty to erase an unlucky own goal, while keeper Eli Valdez and the Red Raiders' defense held on to keep their Fox Valley Conference title push alive.
   

• Well trained (mysundaynews.com) — In Sun City Huntley, resident Dave McElwain has turned his everyday golf cart into a rolling tribute to classic Santa Fe locomotives, complete with custom paint and vintage-inspired details. His whimsical train-themed cart is sparking smiles from neighbors and local teens alike, showcasing how lifelong passions can fuel creative retirement projects right in your neighborhood.
   

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  • Cary man pleads guilty to 6th DUI after hit-and-run crash in Crystal Lake (wifr.com)

Ok Huntley! 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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