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🌱 Patch AM: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Planned For Wheaton Public Library's Renovated West Plaza

Coming up on the Wheaton Patch calendar: Great American Dog Show

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Good morning to you Wheaton! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See Wheaton's revamped library plaza debut with music and local leaders
  • How Lyons spoiled Wheaton Warrenville South's strong start under Friday night lights
  • Why Wheaton's 60187 ZIP is suddenly one of America's "hottest"

Also on today's calendar: Great American Dog Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 80 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Sunday: Humid; breezy in the morning, temps: high: 87, low: 70. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Humid with record-tying heat, with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Planned For Wheaton Public Library's Renovated West Plaza (patch.com) — Wheaton residents are invited to celebrate the newly renovated West Plaza at Wheaton Public Library with a ribbon-cutting on Sept. 8. The event will feature remarks from Rep. Sean Casten and Mayor Phil Suess, followed by live music from The JukeBox Heroes and a chance to enjoy the expanded outdoor performance and café space.
   

• EJ Kuhlman, Lyons rally past Wheaton Warrenville South (shawlocal.com) — A hard-fought football matchup at Wheaton Warrenville South saw visiting Lyons rally from a 9-0 halftime deficit to win 18-9, powered by senior running back EJ Kuhlman's big second half. Wheaton's Tigers flashed strong passing from junior quarterback AJ Rogers, but Lyons' defense clamped down after halftime to stay unbeaten in this growing Week 2 rivalry.
   

• These Are the 10 'Hottest' Zip Codes in the US—See If Yours Made the List (marthastewart.com) — Wheaton's 60187 ZIP code just landed on Realtor.com's list of the nation's 10 "hottest" housing markets, reflecting strong buyer demand and fast-selling homes. Local properties are drawing far more views and selling significantly quicker than the U.S. average, underscoring Wheaton's appeal as a spacious, character-rich suburb near major job centers.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A Smarter Way to Outsource Print, Chicago Business Executive Wants to Re-Invent Print Procurement —Bill Read on Patch
  • I was feeding my dog special diets for his canine kidney disease.
    Just recently we had to put him down. I have an unopened bag of Dr. Harvey's Canine Health (a food that needs to be rehydrated and have protein added… (Nextdoor Longfellow)
  • Can anyone recommend a reliable dryer repair person?
    I haven't needed one in a long time and have no clue who to call. (Nextdoor Emerson)
  • Glenbard Township High School District posted a job opening for Flag Football Assistant Coach 2 FTE - North in Glen Ellyn. Apply here.
  • JVS Chicago posted a job opening for Janitor- Multiple positions -located in Elgin and DuPage, Illinois in Carol Stream. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wheaton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Glen Ellyn

  • The mirror of the suburbs reflects a diverse range of images (dailyherald.com)
  • Over 500 Weather the Storms at the Cook County Regional Organized Crime Task Force (CCROC) 2026 Annual Conference (losspreventionmedia.com)

Lisle

  • Garrett Kappel Marketing Expands Integrated Marketing Strategy Services to Improve Customer Experience (yourdigitalwall.com)
  • WEEKEND WALLET: Everything you ever wanted to know about combining finances (audacy.com)
  • Residents calls for speed limits during Fox Waterway Agency board meeting after deadly boat crash (cbsnews.com)

Downers Grove

  • Downers Grove To Hold 1st Reading For Lurie Children's Hospital Proposal (patch.com)

Ok Wheaton! 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: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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