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Hey there, New Lenox! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

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  • New Lenox's Lotus family turns varsity baseball into a shared dream

Also on today's calendar: NL VFW Trivia Night Wednesday in the Bar "GENERAL KNOWLEDGE". NO COVER, PUBLIC WELCOME!! 21+ and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 82, low: 59.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Lotus Family enjoys varsity time together (beverlyreview.net) — A New Lenox family is celebrating a special run of varsity baseball memories as longtime St. Laurence coach Pete Lotus reflects on coaching his son Mickey. The New Lenox residents share how car rides, big playoff moments, and a state championship deepened their bond, while Mickey now looks ahead to continuing his career at Lewis University.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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