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And check out Town Hall with Congressman Jonathan Jackson - 5:30 - 7:30 on the Mokena Patch calendar

Tuesday June 16th Patch AM

Good day Mokena! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

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Coming up on the calendar:

  • Town Hall with Congressman Jonathan Jackson - 5:30 - 7:30 at Lincoln-Way West High School Auditorium 21701 Gouger Rd., New Lenox
  • Anne Burnell & The Brass Tracks Jazz Orchestra
  • Marley Community Church Flea Market & Antique Show

... and check out 11 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why did the elephant wear pink socks? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A shower and t-storm; breezy, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Rain and severe thunderstorms, temps: high: 71, low: 59.
  • Thursday: A shower; breezy in the a.m., with a high of 72 and low of 55 degrees.

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  • I’m interested in a local contractor to complete my basement.
    I had someone working on it but unfortunately had to stop for foreseen circumstances. (Nextdoor Mokena)
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Frankfort

  • 2026 Journal Sentinel summer interns bring passion for local news (jsonline.com)
  • Braves 2026 MLB Draft Candidate Tyler Bell Scouting Report (batterypower.com)

New Lenox

  • Heads Up: Work At CN Railroad Crossing To Close Portion Of Nelson Road (patch.com)

Ok Mokena! 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: Because his blue socks were in the wash. (Thank you Mary C. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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