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Also check out Brain Fair on the Western Springs Patch calendar

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Hi Western Springs! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Brain Fair at Oak Brook Public Library
  • 2026 Strike a Chord for Hayden Benefit Concert at Memorial Park Amphitheater
  • Sports Cards and More Show @ Orland Park Civic Center - Sunday, August 23, 2026 at Orland Park Civic Center

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 76, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, a stray t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 62 degrees.

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • NIU student charged with attempted murder in DeKalb stabbing released pending trial (shawlocal.com)

Ok Western Springs! 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: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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