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đ± Patch AM: Which Plainfield storm sirens are downâand how to stay alerted now?
Also check out Closest to the Pin Contest on the Plainfield Patch calendar
Good morning Plainfield! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Plainfield storm sirens are down—and how to stay alerted now?
- See how recent Plainfield home sales compare across Will County.
Also on today's calendar: Closest to the Pin Contest and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Sunshine, nice and less humid, with a high of 76 and low of 53 degrees.
- Monday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 77, low: 56.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Plainfield Emergency Sirens Damaged: Use Cell Phone Alerts (audacy.com) — Plainfield residents are being urged to rely on cell phone weather alerts after two village storm sirens, including ones near Route 126 and I-55, were badly damaged in recent storms. Officials stress sirens are mainly for people outdoors and note a $500,000 grant will help replace and expand the warning system. 
• Best residential property deals in Will County the week of Aug. 10 (shawlocal.com subscription) — Plainfield homebuyers can see how several local properties, including a house on Cumberland Drive that sold for $393,500, stacked up among Will County's best deals last week. The roundup lists sale prices, square footage, and bedroom counts for Plainfield and nearby communities, offering a quick snapshot of the current market.
📸 Around Plainfield
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Plainfield
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★ Featured events ★
- Closest to the Pin Contest →
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 2500 S Arbeiter Rd, Joliet
11:00 am - Nik & Ivy Maker's Market - Summer Edition (Anniversary Events) →
Nik & Ivy Brewing Company, 1026 S State St, Lockport
12:00 pm - Sontag Speed Supplies Car Show →
Sontag Speed Supplies, 1931 Donmaur Dr, Crest Hill
10:00 am
Sunday August 23
Saturday August 29
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Other local events
- New to English
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
9:15 am - Everyday English
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
11:00 am - Finding Your Revolutionary Roots: A Guide to the DAR and its Geneal
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
7:00 pm - English for Beginner Learners - Level 1
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
9:15 am - English for Beginner Learners - Level 2
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
11:00 am - Happy Belly Cooking Class: Quick and Healthy Weeknight Dinners →
Werk Force Brewing Co., 14903 S Center St, Plainfield
6:00 pm - September Hope Day Date Change →
Plainfield Congregational UCC, 24020 W Fraser Rd, Plainfield
9:00 am - Our Entrance →
Mayfair Subdv Sign/entrance improvement
11:00 am - "Melodies and Memories" Show Will Bring Barbershop Champion Groups to Naperville →
Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E Gartner Rd, Naperville
3:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Tuesday September 1
Saturday September 12
📣 Plainfield Shout Outs!
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- Bisa Lina Cannabis Dispensary — (815) 418-0200
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Plainfield Family Launches Foundation Honoring Annika Lundgren on What Would Have Been Her 18th Birthday —Holly Lundgren Read on Patch
- Obituary: Trevor J. Wright —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
- Obituary: Kathleen P. Mackowiak (nee Martin) —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
- Obituary: Judith M. (Mulvey) Wetherbee —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
- Obituary: Charlene Ann Kobe (née Strong) —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
- This Blind dog was found in Joliet hes at Joliet township Animal Control.
He is a nice dog and very scared is he yours or someone that you know? (Nextdoor Clearwater) - Can anyone recommend a handyman that can do big and small jobs?
Someone they use all the time? Thanks in advance. Peggy (Nextdoor Auburn Lakes)
- Noodles & Company posted a job opening for Restaurant Shift Manager in Plainfield. Apply here.
- Magid Glove & Safety posted a job opening for Vending Operations Supervisor | Technical Support & Customer Service in Romeoville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Plainfield here.
🗞 Nearby News
Romeoville
- Maps show every confirmed tornado to hit US this year (newsweek.com)
- Will and Grundy County Week 1 IHSA Football Roundup (shawlocal.com)
Crest Hill
- DISH jobs hiring near Crest Hill, IL at EchoStar (echostar.com)
- LawnWorks Lawn Care Expands Lawn Care Services to Naperville, Illinois (tennessean.com)
Bolingbrook
- Bolingbrook Park District's Fall Fest Returns Sept. 19 (patch.com)
- Man in fatal Fox River boat crash now charged with murder, allegedly had cocaine, pot in system (shawlocal.com)
Ok Plainfield! 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: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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