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Also on today's calendar: Fish Fry Fundraiser & Sip & See and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Remote drone launch program is helping first responders improve decision making (dailyherald.com) — Libertyville is preparing to launch a new drone-as-first-responder program that will send remotely operated drones to emergency calls before police or firefighters arrive, giving local crews real-time video and thermal images. Partnering through Glenview's regional dispatch center, the village gets nearly a year of service at no cost before deciding whether to continue a multi-year subscription.
• Lake County girls volleyball notes: Libertyville takes title at Effingham to stay perfect; Grant rebounds after slow start (dailyherald.com) — Libertyville High School's girls volleyball team is undefeated at 20-0 after capturing the Effingham Crossroads Classic title and several other tournaments, firmly establishing themselves as Lake County's team to watch. The article also recaps strong early-season performances from other nearby programs, offering a snapshot of how Libertyville's rivals and neighbors are shaping up on the court.
• D128 pledges reforms after teacher grooming accusations: 'We know that trust isn't restored by a statement' (chicagotribune.com) — District 128, which includes Libertyville High School, is promising concrete reforms after intense criticism of how it handled misconduct allegations against a now-retired teacher. Leaders have pledged stronger mandatory reporting training, a new campus safety director, and public updates on how they'll better protect students and rebuild trust with Libertyville families.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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