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Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Dos and Don'ts for Homecoming: HOCO Advice From Upperclassmen (theforestscout.com) — Homecoming at Lake Forest High School is coming up soon, and upperclassmen are sharing practical tips so local freshmen and other students can enjoy the night stress-free. Their advice covers everything from comfortable shoes and spray tans to planning timelines, dates, and what not to overthink. The message: prepare a bit, then relax and have fun with friends.
• Bears have belief in Case Keenum if he's called upon: 'He's been a baller' (audacy.com) — Bears headquarters in Lake Forest is buzzing as veteran quarterback Case Keenum is being prepped to start Monday night with Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent both injured. Coaches and teammates praise Keenum's professionalism and readiness, recalling his long NFL journey and playoff success. Locals can expect plenty of national attention on Halas Hall if he gets the nod.
• Best colleges in Illinois (hometownregister.com) — Lake Forest residents can take pride that Lake Forest College ranks ninth on a new list of Illinois' best four‑year colleges, earning a B+ grade and a 57% acceptance rate. The statewide ranking, based on Niche's 2027 data, compares tuition, selectivity, and outcomes across institutions. It also shows how nearby schools like Northwestern and UChicago stack up.
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