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Hello again New Lenox! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a New Lenox native rose to Stanford's coaching ranks

Also on today's calendar: Garage Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 77, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm possible, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Stanford Hires Three-Time NCAA Champ Dani Jackovich as Water Polo Assistant (swimmingworldmagazine.com) — A New Lenox native just landed a high-profile coaching job at Stanford: three-time NCAA water polo champion Dani Jackovich has been hired as an assistant coach for the Cardinal women's team. After starring at Stanford, then playing professionally across six countries and earning an Olympic silver medal with Australia, she's returning to guide the next generation of student‑athletes.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Obituary: Carol M. Bates —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
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  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in New Lenox. Apply here.
  • O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Retail Service Specialist in Homer Glen. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Lenox here.

🗞 Nearby News

Mokena

  • Lost and found! White Sox fan gets purse contents back after viral HR celebration (mlb.com)

Lockport

  • Will County Board refuses to reappoint tax official amid Lockport Township controversy (shawlocal.com)

Frankfort

  • Frankfort to host annual free senior breakfast (shawlocal.com)
  • Frankfort Falcons will strive to make their own mark (wvnews.com)
  • Top 10 most expensive homes sold in Will County, reported Aug. 10-16 (shawlocal.com)

Ok New Lenox! 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: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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