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🌱 Patch AM: Can Plainfield North rebound in Tuesday’s tough matchup at Oswego?

Also, don't miss MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center on the Plainfield Patch calendar

Monday October 12th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hey there, Plainfield! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Can Plainfield North rebound in Tuesday's tough matchup at Oswego?

Also on today's calendar: MEN WHO COOK for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center and 9 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 79, low: 64.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, with a high of 69 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Volleyball Recap: Dekalb Picks Up Third Consecutive Victory (maxpreps.com) — Plainfield North's volleyball team dropped a 2-0 match to DeKalb on Saturday, marking their second straight loss and bringing their record to 12-16. The Tigers now prepare for a tough road test at Oswego on Tuesday afternoon, facing a higher-ranked opponent in the state standings.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

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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