Thursday: Humid with rain, with a high of 71 and low of 54 degrees.
Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 68, low: 48.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 49 degrees.
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1. 2 Local School Districts Rank Among Best In Illinois: Study (patch.com) — Naperville families can celebrate as both Naperville District 203 and Indian Prairie District 204 earned A+ grades and spots in Niche's top 10 school districts in Illinois. The rankings highlight strong academics, student-teacher ratios, and updated evaluation methods that go beyond test scores, underscoring the continued strength of local public schools.
2. Naperville Park District reviews 2027 fireworks contract (nctv17.org) — Naperville Park District is moving toward a 2027 fireworks contract with Mad Bomber Fireworks, keeping costs flat at $57,000 while partnering financially with the city. Board members are weighing whether to add a cancellation clause after this year's weather postponement, aiming to protect public funds while preserving a popular Independence Day tradition.
3. Greystone Provides $35M in Freddie Mac Financing for Naperville Multifamily (connectcre.com) — A major apartment complex in Naperville just changed hands with the help of a $35.37 million Freddie Mac loan, signaling strong investor confidence in the local rental market. The Ponds of Naperville, a 216‑unit community with many recently renovated apartments, is seen as part of a tight suburban market with growing rents and limited new construction.
4. Metea and Benet girls golf advance through Hinsdale South regional (nctv17.org) — Naperville golf fans can celebrate as players from Naperville Central and Naperville North advance individually to sectionals out of the Hinsdale South regional. While Hinsdale Central captured the team title, Benet Academy and Metea Valley also qualified as teams, with several Naperville-area golfers posting standout rounds that keep their postseason hopes alive.
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