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🌱 Patch AM: 2 Elmhurst School Contractors Make Same Mistake, Reimburse For Damage

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Hi there, Elmhurst! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Elmhurst school roof work error leads to water damage, quick reimbursement
  • Sandburg's front entrance torn up as district tackles chronic flooding
  • York may drop federal lunch rules to keep students eating on campus

Also on today's calendar: Mint Cannabis Villa Park Grand Opening Celebration and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny, warm and humid, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Sunday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 75, low: 55.
  • Monday: A p.m. t-storm possible, with a high of 73 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 2 Elmhurst School Contractors Make Same Mistake, Reimburse For Damage (patch.com) — Elmhurst families may notice recent repairs at York High School and Churchville Middle School after contractors left roof drains open during summer roofing work, allowing stormwater to damage a gym floor and ceiling tiles. District 205 officials say both contractors accepted responsibility and reimbursed the district, while school board members questioned why no one checked the weather beforehand.
   

2. Crew 'Tearing Up' Front Of Elmhurst School, Disappointing Board Leader (patch.com) — Elmhurst families with students at Sandburg Middle School will soon see major construction at the school's front entrance as District 205 tackles a long-standing flooding and drainage problem. The work, expected to last up to six weeks during the school year, will close the auditorium and bring noise but aims to prevent basement flooding that has repeatedly disrupted learning. Board members discussed timing concerns while emphasizing the need to finally fix the issue.
   

3. Many York Students Reject What Cafeteria Offers (patch.com) — Elmhurst District 205 is considering pulling York High School out of the National School Lunch Program so it can offer more appealing meals and cut down on food ending up in the trash. The district would cover low-income students' lunches while hoping better options boost participation, keep more York students on campus at midday, and potentially expand improvements to other Elmhurst schools.
   

4. Illinois Church Pairs Ministry and Market (thebanner.org) — Elmhurst residents can enjoy a bustling Wednesday farmers market hosted at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, now an official ministry with 45 vendors and plenty of parking. After years in a cramped municipal lot, the market's new church location offers easier access, live music, and space for busloads of visitors, blending community gathering with faith-driven hospitality all summer and fall.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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