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🌱 Patch AM: Chicago Heights pitcher earns spot on University of Dayton baseball roster
Also, don't miss Bloom Township Flea market on the Chicago Heights Patch calendar
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In today's newsletter:
- Chicago Heights pitcher earns spot on University of Dayton baseball roster
Also on today's calendar: Bloom Township Flea market and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 80 and low of 65 degrees.
- Wednesday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 79, low: 60.
- Thursday: Beautiful with clouds and sun, with a high of 81 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Baseball Announces Additions To 2027 Roster (daytonflyers.com) — Chicago Heights gets a quiet shout-out as pitcher Alex Kvasnicka, a native of the city and former Prairie State standout, joins the University of Dayton baseball roster after an award-winning freshman season. The article mainly profiles new recruits from around the country and abroad, outlining their stats and previous honors. 
📸 Around Chicago Heights
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Chicago Heights
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★ Featured events ★
- Bloom Township Flea market →
Bloom Township Center,
9:00 am
Friday August 21
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Other local events
- Teacher Institute Day
Flossmoor SD 161 Chicago Heights, IL 60411 - Back to School Bash
Evergreen Chicago, IL 60609
1:00 pm - Crafting Corner
Brighton Park Branch Library 4314 South Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60632
4:00 pm - City of Chicago Heights Council Meeting – recurring on the third Wednesday of each month →
Chicago Heights, IL Calendar, 1601 Chicago Road 1st Floor Council Chambers, Chicago Heights
4:30 pm - Free Wednesday Open Mic Comedy at Comedy Plex →
Oak Park - River Forest (OPRF) Chamber of Commerce 1128 Lake Street (Lower Level) Oak Park, Il 60301
8:00 pm - First Day of School
Flossmoor SD 161 Chicago Heights, IL 60411 - New Member Breakfast August 2026 →
Oak Park - River Forest (OPRF) Chamber of Commerce Brookdale Oak Park 1111 Ontario Street Oak Park, IL 60302 Parking is available at the Holley Court village-owned parking garage, or on adjoining side streets.
8:00 am - Family Movie Watch Party Night →
Richton Park Public Library, 22310 Latonia Ln, Richton Park
5:00 pm - The Crafting Studio Adult Craft Night: Tie Dye Shirts (Registration Required) →
Richton Park Public Library, 22310 Latonia Ln, Richton Park
6:30 pm - Classic Movie Matinee →
Richton Park Public Library, 22310 Latonia Ln, Richton Park
1:30 pm - Cold Case Club (Gr. 6-12, Registration Encouraged) →
Richton Park Public Library, 22310 Latonia Ln, Richton Park
4:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
📣 Chicago Heights Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Chicago Heights. Apply here.
- Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Glenwood. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chicago Heights here.
🗞 Nearby News
Flossmoor
- Aug. 16: Community hit by another tornado, storm cleanup and relief efforts, power restoration, school year starts pushed back (hfchronicle.com)
- 1 scam reported in Flossmoor for week ending Aug. 8, 2026 (southcooknews.com)
- 'All Americans' : Southland leaders call on Trump administration to reject polarization and issue disaster aid (harveyworld.org)
Homewood
- Book Child Care Services in Homewood, IL with Kashira A. from $17/hr (care.com)
- Lansing man charged in Homewood shooting; one in critical condition (thelansingjournal.org)
Oak Forest
- Robbins Mayor Injured Amid Shooting At Bar, Gunman Killed By Security: Authorities (patch.com)
Ok Chicago Heights! 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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