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Greetings Arlington Heights! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What's next after Arlington Heights' longtime police chief retires?
  • Arlington Heights shop heads to Vegas for major SEMA showdown

Also on today's calendar: Rotary Club of Palatine Oktoberfest and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A couple of showers; humid, with a high of 73 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 74, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Village of Arlington Heights Announces that Police Chief Nick Pecora Will Retire in November 2026 (arlingtoncardinal.com) — Arlington Heights residents will see a major leadership change as longtime Police Chief Nick Pecora retires in November 2026 after a 44-year career with the village. Officials praise his role in guiding the department through big changes, from new technology to a new station, and say a competitive search for the next chief of police is beginning immediately.
   

• SEMA Show Expands Powersports Section With Harley-Davidson » Exhibit City News (exhibitcitynews.com) — DPS Automotive of Arlington Heights has been named one of six finalists nationwide for the 2026 PRO Cup Challenge at the massive SEMA Show in Las Vegas this November. The shop will compete by creating a dealership-ready accessory package under strict time and budget limits, giving local auto enthusiasts a hometown contender on a big industry stage.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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