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🌱 Patch AM: Why Wheaton’s 60187 ZIP is suddenly one of America’s hottest markets.
And on the Wheaton Patch calendar - 2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor
Morning Wheaton! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
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In today's newsletter:
- Why Wheaton's 60187 ZIP is suddenly one of America's hottest markets.
Also on today's calendar: 2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 66 degrees.
- Wednesday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 81, low: 62.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• US ZIP codes guiding tough choices for home buyers (latination.com) — Wheaton's 60187 ZIP code ranks among the ten most competitive housing markets in the country, with listings drawing heavy online interest and selling quickly. The piece explains why buyers here face higher down payments, fast decisions, and above-asking offers, and offers practical strategies to stay financially grounded while competing for homes in this tight market. 
📸 Around Wheaton
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Wheaton
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★ Featured events ★
- 2026 Invisible Wounds Foundation Evening of Honor →
The Morton Arboretum, 4100 IL-53, Lisle
5:00 pm
Sunday September 13
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Other local events
- Wheaton North Fall Curriculum Night
Cusd 200 701 W Thomas Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187, USA
7:00 pm - House Tour: Back to School in the 1890s
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Kline Creek Farm
10:00 am - Nature Photography and Journaling Hike
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Fullersburg Woods
10:00 am - Monthly Luncheon- Progressive Networking
Wheaton Chamber of Commerce Abbington Banquets 3S002 IL Route 53 Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
11:30 am - Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Graue Mill and Museum
12:00 pm - Bookending C.S. Lewis: On F.P. Wilson, his Oxford Tutor, and J.A.W. Bennett, his Cambridge Successor →
Marion E. Wade Center, 351 E Lincoln Ave, Wheaton
7:00 pm - Billy Graham Scholars' Welcome Reception →
Billy Graham Hall (BGH), Wheaton College, 500 College Ave, Wheaton
3:00 pm - Arena Theater performs Shakespeare in the Park: "Romeo and Juliet" (08/27) →
208 W Union Ave, Wheaton
6:45 pm - Arena Theater performs Shakespeare in the Park: "Romeo and Juliet" (08/28) →
208 W Union Ave, Wheaton
6:45 pm - Arena Theater performs Shakespeare in the Park: "Romeo and Juliet" (08/29) →
208 W Union Ave, Wheaton
6:45 pm - Great American Dog Show →
Cantigny Park, 151 Winfield Rd, Wheaton
8:00 am
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Monday August 24
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
Saturday September 5
📣 Wheaton Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I'm looking for someone to mow my grass in south Wheaton.
Arrowhead but smaller yard. Any suggestions? Thanks (Nextdoor South Wheaton) - Needing a repairman for a sliding closet door, which has been "repaired" numerous times.
Perhaps need a new door? Need a knowledgeable repairman. (Nextdoor Longfellow)
- Wheaton Park District posted a job opening for Houseperson - Arrowhead Golf Club - Part Time in Wheaton. Apply here.
- Jobot posted a job opening for Construction Administrator/Billing Assistant in Glen Ellyn. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wheaton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Glen Ellyn
- How much higher was average administrator pay than teacher pay in Hinsdale Township High School District 86 in 2024-25? (dupagepolicyjournal.com)
- Illinois storm relief law gives homeowners up to $1,000, but they can't access it until 2027 (cbsnews.com)
- Startling map shows how Illinois' tornado count compares to rest of U.S. (nbcchicago.com)
Lisle
- EDGAR Filing Documents for 0001213900-26-090695 (sec.gov)
Lombard
- Cary police launch 'Cary Cares,' aiming to improve responses, communication with residents (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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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