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🌱 Patch AM: How Huntley teens handled a suspicious “commercial” pitch in a parking lot
Spotted on the Huntley calendar: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Hello Huntley! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Huntley teens handled a suspicious "commercial" pitch in a parking lot
Also on today's calendar: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon. and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 80 and low of 57 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 59.
- Saturday: Nice with some sunshine, with a high of 78 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Approached Teens, Asked Them To Leave To 'Film Commercial' (patch.com) — Huntley police are investigating reports that a man from Florida approached local teens and young adults, urging them to leave with him to "film a commercial." No one was harmed, but he now faces disorderly conduct charges. Police are urging residents to keep discussing personal safety with kids and to report any similar encounters immediately.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Huntley
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★ Featured events ★
- The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon. →
5:30 pm
Friday August 28
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Other local events
- Huntley Area Biz
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce 11704 Coral St. PO Box 399, Huntley, IL 60142
7:30 am - Chamber Day at the Village of Huntley Farmers Market →
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Huntley Farmers Market
8:00 am - Brass in the Barnyard Returns!
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Hooved Animal Humane Society 10804 McConnell Road Woodstock, IL 60098
12:00 pm - All Paws Golf Outing →
Pinecrest Golf Club, 11220 Algonquin Rd, Huntley
12:00 pm - McHenry County College Community Block Party
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce McHenry County College 8900 U.S. Highway 14 Crystal Lake, IL 60012
12:00 pm - Mobile Monday at Hansen Heating, Plumbing and Air Conditioning with Smash' D Burgers
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Hansen Heating, Plumbing and Air Conditioning 11910 Smith Court Huntley
11:30 am - Morning Coffee & Community Conversation
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Independence Health & Therapy 2028 N Seminary Ave Woodstock, IL. 60098
7:30 am - Perk Before You Work- Advocate Outpatient Center
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Advocate Outpatient Center 13900 Quality Dr. Huntley
7:45 am - Lucy's Comedy
Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce Raue Center for the Arts 26 N Williams St Crystal Lake, il 60014
8:00 pm - Carnival Glass ONLINE ONLY Auction September 10 →
ONLINE Auction
10:00 am - Putt For Paws Golf Fundraiser →
Makray Memorial Golf Club, 1010 S Northwest Hwy, Barrington
12:00 pm
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
Sunday August 30
Monday August 31
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
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🗞 Nearby News
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- 'Lethal threat... to every motorist': Algonquin teen accused of driving 125+ mph while fleeing from police in Lake in the Hills (lakemchenryscanner.com)
Algonquin
- Defending FVC champion Hampshire opens season with comeback win over Jacobs (shawlocal.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: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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