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In today's newsletter:

  • Lemont High School senior earns rare perfect 36 ACT score
  • Show off your spooky Lemont home in this year's contest

Also on today's calendar: Lemont Community Garage Sale and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 84 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 82, low: 63.
  • Sunday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• LHS Senior Earns Perfect Score On ACT (patch.com) — Lemont residents can celebrate Lemont High School senior Ishan Samani, who earned a rare perfect 36 on the ACT while maintaining a flawless GPA in multiple AP courses. Active in honor societies, robotics, tennis, and health organizations, he also volunteers at a local pantry and library, reflecting strong academic and community commitment in Lemont.
   

• Enter Your House In Lemont Park District's Halloween House Decorating Contest (patch.com) — Lemont homeowners can get their spooky ideas ready for the Lemont Park District's free Halloween House decorating contest, open to residents 18 and older. Register by Oct. 19, have your home decorated by Oct. 23, and compete for People's Choice Awards announced Oct. 29, with a directory of local displays shared online.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Homer Glen

  • Family Fall Fest Planned At Dellwood Park (patch.com)

Darien

  • 'Dream Team' To Lead Darien Police Department: Chief (patch.com)
  • Darien Cop Pension Numbers Likely 'Far-Fetched': City Expert (patch.com)
  • Darien Taco Bell Drive-Thru Sleeper Charged With DUI, Other Offenses (patch.com)

Bolingbrook

  • Bolingbrook Announces 2026 Grand Marshal, Citizens Of The Year And Family Of The Year (patch.com)
  • Bolingbrook Pet Store Closing Later This Month (patch.com)
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Ok Lemont! 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: Mount Rushmore (Thank you J.J. W. for sending it in!)
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