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Hello Deerfield! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why is Deerfield's Dump furniture outlet shutting its doors?
  • Where might Deerfield football land in this year's playoff shake-up?

Also on today's calendar: Casino For A Cause and 9 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: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 73 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Friday: Pleasant with periods of sun, temps: high: 73, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Humid with rain and a t-storm, with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Furniture Outlet The Dump Is Getting Dumped In Atlanta (bisnow.com) — The Dump furniture outlet in Deerfield is slated to close as its parent company shuts several locations nationwide, including one in Atlanta. While no closing date is given, experts say higher interest rates, tariffs, and online competition are squeezing mid-market furniture retailers and driving decisions like this one.
   

• IHSA football playoff projections: Finishing out the field proving to be very difficult process (shawlocal.com) — Deerfield football is on the bubble line for a potential Class 5A playoff spot as the IHSA's expanded format makes projections trickier than ever. With more teams qualifying and East St. Louis moving up to 7A, small shifts in results statewide could affect where Deerfield ultimately lands.
   

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Ok Deerfield! 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: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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