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🌱 Patch AM: Investigation Underway After Shots Fired Incident In Naperville

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In today's newsletter:

  • Police probe Route 59 gunfire between two cars in Naperville
  • How Naperville Central's new math quizzes could change your student's grade
  • How two Naperville neighbors quietly reshaped local charities and civic life

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Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Wednesday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 80 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny; pleasant, less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 56.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Investigation Underway After Shots Fired Incident In Naperville (patch.com) — Naperville police are investigating a Friday night exchange of gunfire between two cars along the 600 block of South Route 59, where no injuries were reported. Officers quickly located the vehicles and interviewed several people believed to be involved, but no charges had been filed as of late Monday. Residents with information are urged to contact the Naperville Police Department.
   

2. Central implements evidence checks in select honors math classes, updates retake policy (centraltimes.org) — Naperville Central High School's math department is rolling out short "evidence check" quizzes in select honors and AP classes this year, while also lowering some retake eligibility thresholds from 85% to as low as 70%. Teachers hope these frequent check-ins will keep students on track, offer earlier feedback, and better reflect learning than relying on a single big test per unit.
   

3. Stories of Local Impact: Paula and Ray Kinney, sparking connections, strengthening community (dailyherald.com) — Longtime Naperville residents Paula and Ray Kinney are highlighted for decades of hands-on volunteering, fundraising, and business leadership that have shaped local schools, charities, and civic groups. From organizing Ribfest and Last Fling to supporting Little Friends, Hesed House, and the JWEGSTRONG Foundation, their work has strengthened community connections and inspired new generations of volunteers across Naperville and DuPage County.
   

4. Visit Public Art Stationed in Burlington Square Park (positivelynaperville.com) — If you're near the Naperville train station, Burlington Square Park now features freshly restored "Spirit of the American Navy" and soon "Spirit of the American Doughboy" statues, thanks to curator Dodie Mondero and the Naperville Park District. The story also spotlights Naperville's Century Walk collection and several well-known downtown murals, inviting residents to explore more than 50 public art sites around town.
   

5. Naperville International Festival set for Saturday in Central Park (chicagotribune.com) — Central Park will come alive Saturday with the free Naperville International Festival, expanding on the former Hispanic Heritage event to showcase music, dance, and food from cultures worldwide. Backed by city SECA funding and organized by the Naperville Sister Cities Foundation, the day will feature performances, global vendors, kids' activities, and a community service award for Naperville resident Mike Havala.
   

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