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🌱 Patch AM: What federal aid Homewood storm victims might receive after new assessments

Also, don't miss Free Yoga for Kids at Dairy Queen on the Homewood Patch calendar

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What's up Homewood! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What federal aid Homewood storm victims might receive after new assessments

Also on today's calendar: Free Yoga for Kids at Dairy Queen and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A stray thunderstorm, with a high of 97 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A stray t-storm; not as hot, temps: high: 86, low: 67.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Storm damage assessments underway in south suburban Cook County, potential federal aid evaluated (abc7chicago.com) — Homewood residents are being visited by state and federal teams assessing August 11 storm damage, a crucial step toward possibly qualifying for federal disaster aid. Inspectors are documenting flooding, wind damage, and power loss, while longtime Homewood homeowners describe thousands in repairs and frustration over the slow process. Findings will guide whether Illinois leaders seek a federal disaster declaration.
   

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Ok Homewood! 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: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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