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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Naperville leaders took home trophies at this year's dance fundraiser?
  • How do Naperville Central grads compare on college readiness this year?
  • How Neuqua's swimmers powered a 116-70 win over Waubonsie

Also on today's calendar: The BBQ Authority First Ever Warehouse Sale 09/21-09/25 and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call advice from a cow ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A couple of showers, with a high of 65 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Tuesday: An a.m. shower; partly sunny, temps: high: 63, low: 54.
  • Wednesday: Cloudy, with a high of 66 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dancing with the Celebrities puts Naperville in the spotlight (nctv17.org) — Naperville residents turned out for the 16th annual Dancing with the Celebrities fundraiser, where eight local notables, including a city councilman and nonprofit leaders, competed on the dance floor. Hosted by the Career & Networking Center, the event highlighted local charities while judges and audience members honored dancers with awards like Judges' Choice and People's Choice.
   

2. 11.9% of Naperville Central graduates at Illinois community colleges took remedial courses in 2024-25 (dupagepolicyjournal.com) — Families connected to Naperville Central High School can see how graduates are faring at Illinois community colleges, with 11.9% needing remedial math and nearly 88.4% enrolling in college within a year. The report also compares DuPage County schools' remediation rates and outlines new state funding and tax credits that could affect local education and family finances.
   

3. Neuqua Valley girls swimming and diving splashes past rival Waubonsie (nctv17.org) — Neuqua Valley's girls swim and dive team notched a dominant 116-70 win over Waubonsie Valley, highlighted by multiple victories from the Piater twins and strong diving performances. Local fans following District 204 and DVC action can catch full highlights through Naperville Sports Weekly, which continues to spotlight standout swimmers, divers, and rivalries shaping this season.
   

4. Six Broadway stars to perform at gala fundraiser in Naperville for Illinois Conservatory of the Arts (shawlocal.com) — Naperville will host a star-packed "Night of Broadway" gala at Hotel Arista on Feb. 20, 2027, benefiting the Illinois Conservatory for the Arts. Residents can choose full gala or concert-only tickets, with valet parking included, or watch via an $85 livestream if they prefer to enjoy Broadway performances from home.
   

5. Federal Jury in Chicago Convicts U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer on Civil Rights Charges for Sexually Assaulting and Robbing Women (crweworld.com) — A federal jury convicted a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer of sexually assaulting and robbing women in several suburbs, including Naperville, in 2022. The officer was found guilty on civil rights and firearm charges and now faces at least seven years in federal prison, with sentencing set for January 2027, underscoring serious accountability for abuses of authority.
   

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    In 2027 , there are 10 drug plans available in Illinois from the lowest Monthly fee of WellCare $ 5.30 to the highest AARP Medicare Preferred $178.30… (Nextdoor Chestnut Ridge)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Beef Tips (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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