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🌱 See where Rockford ranks in this week’s statewide football poll

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Good day Rockford! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See where Rockford ranks in this week's statewide football poll

Also on today's calendar: Preserved! and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain, with a high of 69 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds and sun; less humid, temps: high: 66, low: 44.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 64 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Michigan Sports Writers football polls for Sept. 30 (michigansthumb.com) — Rockford's football team has cracked the statewide Michigan Sports Writers poll, landing 10th in its division with a 3–2 record. The rankings, which cover all 8- and 11-player divisions, show where Rockford stacks up against powerhouse programs across Michigan this week.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Comstock Park

  • Comstock Park voters to decide Nov. 3 on non-homestead millage (schoolnewsnetwork.org)
  • This Italian Restaurant In Michigan Keeps Things Simple, Serves Generous Portions, And Keeps Locals Coming Back (takingthekids.com)

Grand Rapids

  • Mike Utley visits Mary Free Bed after Detroit Lions appearance (woodtv.com)

Ok Rockford! 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 waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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