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Hello again Wheaton! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Wheaton neighbors are protesting Wheaton College's handling of abuse claims
  • What really happened during four student medical emergencies at Edison Middle?

Also on today's calendar: Oak Brook Artisan Market - Oakbrook Center (Sat-Sun, Oct 3-4) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 67, low: 45.
  • Tuesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 70 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 'This is enough': Demonstrators protest how Wheaton College hid sex abuse allegations (dailyherald.com) — Residents gathered in Wheaton's Adams Park to protest Wheaton College's decades-long handling of sexual misconduct allegations against former administrator Dennis Massaro, demanding transparency and accountability. Speakers, including a Wheaton resident and Massaro's ex-wife, urged support for victims while the college acknowledged past failures and expressed regret in a statement.
   

• Four Edison Middle School students overdosed on marijuana gummies in one day, prompting 911 calls (dupagepolicyjournal.com) — Four students at Edison Middle School in Wheaton experienced medical emergencies Thursday that sources link to marijuana gummies, prompting multiple 911 calls and temporary "secure and teach" procedures. The school and District 200 confirmed the emergencies but not the cause, while statewide critics of cannabis legalization highlighted concerns about youth access and accidental ingestion.
   

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    I'm thinking of getting some more quotes but don't want to get the 360 xrays again that the first dentist took. Whoever has had dental implants… (Nextdoor Emerson)
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🗞 Nearby News

Glen Ellyn

  • Glen Ellyn residents press village board on downtown homeless threats at Sept. 28 meeting; Creswell urges model camping ordinance (dupagepolicyjournal.com)
  • 15 Emerging Dairy Brands Named To 2026 Real California Milk Excelerator (theshelbyreport.com)
  • Gonzaga's Javon Bennett remains ineligible after latest development in Ohio 5-in-5 eligibility case (swxlocalsports.com)

Lombard

  • Geneva puts up 62 points in win over Glenbard North: Kane County Chronicle high school football roundup (shawlocal.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: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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