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Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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• Man accused of hiding wife's body, receiving her state funds, pleads guilty (newschannel20.com) — In Springfield, Adam Corbin has entered a partial guilty plea to charges including felon in possession of a firearm and abuse of a corpse after authorities discovered his wife Nancy's body and several guns during a welfare check. A pre-sentence investigation is underway, and his sentencing hearing is scheduled for November 6, giving residents a clearer picture of the case's next steps.
• City of Springfield Maintains A2 Credit Rating with Stable Outlook (springfieldherald.news) — Springfield's city government has successfully maintained its A2 credit rating with a stable outlook from Moody's, signaling continued confidence in the city's financial management. Local leaders credit conservative spending and close monitoring of revenues and expenses, which helps protect taxpayers and supports future borrowing for infrastructure and services that residents rely on.
• Do you have what it takes to become an FBI agent? Find out at upcoming Springfield event (wandtv.com) — Residents interested in FBI careers can test themselves at the FBI Springfield Office's "Train Like an Agent" event on Sept. 30 at Glenwood High School's track in nearby Chatham. Participants who meet basic eligibility can try the Physical Fitness Test, get coaching from agents, and learn more about the special agent role, though current applicants cannot participate.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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