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And on the Manhattan Patch calendar - Free Shredding Event and Food Drive!

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What's up Manhattan! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Free Shredding Event and Food Drive!
  • 4th Annual VetFest 2026 at American Legion Post 18, 15052 Archer Ave, Lockport, IL, 60441
  • Explore Nature: Join the Be a Trailblazer Experience at Forest Preserve District of Will County, Sugar Creek Administration Center

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Variable cloudiness, with a high of 72 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Sunday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 72, low: 50.
  • Monday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 50 degrees.

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  • FedEx Corporation posted a job opening for Manager, Customer Service in New Lenox. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

New Lenox

Frankfort

  • WESOS Frankfort Halloween Mingle and Networking Event (news-usa.today)
  • Attorneys for Frankfort woman charged with murder of 2-year-old son enter not guilty plea on her behalf (shawlocal.com)
  • Sheen Beatification Mass, Press Room Lawsuit & Amendment 6 Debates (HOUR 1) (audacy.com)

Joliet

  • More Violent Behavior At McDonald's Restaurant On West Jefferson Street As Joliet Police Make Arrest: Cops (patch.com)
  • Missing Joliet Man Found Safe After 7-Hour Search At Rock Run Rookery: Forest Preserve (patch.com)

Ok Manhattan! 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: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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