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Rockdale, Illinois Patch AM: a 3 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Rockdale kids can get powerful Joliet library cards free.

Also on today's calendar: 10th Annual Ray Ebner Pig Roast and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 77, low: 68.
  • Thursday: A couple of showers possible, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 5 things you might not know about library cards (wjol.com) — Families in Rockdale should know that kids from birth through age 17 are eligible for free Joliet Public Library cards, just like Joliet Township residents. With a card, your household can borrow movies, games, dolls, and more, plus access extensive online learning tools and makerspace technology at no extra cost. It’s a simple way to save money while opening up new activities and resources.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Joliet

  • St. Joe's Hospital Staff Threatened With Death By Homeless Patient Who Became Disruptive: Joliet Police (patch.com)

Crest Hill

  • September 13, 2026 – 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time (wordpress.com)

Channahon

  • Giant Fire Consumes Channahon Family Of 4's House In Hunters Crossing Subdivision: Fire District (patch.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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