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Coffee in hand, Manhattan? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center at Joliet Junior College Event Center
  • Mission: Run 5K Run & Walk at St. Joseph School
  • Teen Volunteering at Manhattan-Elwood Public Library District

... and check out 8 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 83, low: 64.
  • Wednesday: Cooler with a passing shower, with a high of 69 and low of 57 degrees.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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