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🌱 Patch AM: Oswego Driver Sideswipes Car Driven By Plainfield Teen, Then Flees: Police
Coming up on the Oswego Patch calendar: Uncover Hidden Gems & Classic Reads At Yorkville Public Library's Highly Anticipated Used Book…

Cheers Oswego! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Oswego driver cited after alleged hit-and-run at busy intersection
- Hell's BBQ finds new downtown Oswego home instead of closing
- Can Oswego's defense catch up to its explosive offense this week?
Also on today's calendar: Uncover Hidden Gems & Classic Reads At Yorkville Public Library's Highly Anticipated Used Book Sale! and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the bartender say to the jumper cables when they walked in? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Sunny; hot and humid, with a high of 95 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: A thunderstorm, temps: high: 91, low: 69.
- Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Oswego Driver Sideswipes Car Driven By Plainfield Teen, Then Flees: Police (patch.com) — Oswego police cited a 45-year-old local driver after he allegedly sideswiped a car driven by a Plainfield teen at Grove and Plainfield roads, then left the scene. Officers later found him at his Oswego workplace, issued a citation for leaving the scene, and closed the case.
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• Hell's BBQ Reverses Decision To Close, Instead Will Move To New Location: Owner (patch.com) — Oswego barbecue fans get a reprieve as Hell's BBQ scraps its closure plans and prepares to reopen at 228 E. Washington St. downtown. While the opening date is still pending, the owner promises the same smoky flavors, and the food truck continues serving nearby as plans move forward.
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• Plano, Sandwich nearing rivalry pause, Oswego defense licks its wounds: Kendall County football notebook (shawlocal.com) — Oswego's football team is 2-0 behind a high-powered offense but is scrambling to shore up a defense that's allowed big passing games before starting SPC West play against Plainfield North. Across town, Oswego East is carefully managing fearless sophomore quarterback Carter Meindel, balancing his toughness with staying healthy for a long, physical season.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Oswego
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- Uncover Hidden Gems & Classic Reads At Yorkville Public Library's Highly Anticipated Used Book Sale! →
Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Rd, Yorkville
9:00 am - No School - Labor Day (District Closed)
Bednarcik Oswego, IL 60543 - 2nd Annual Oktoberfest →
Phillips Park Zoo, 1000 Ray Moses Dr, Aurora
2:00 pm - Fall Garden Party at Edith Farnsworth House →
Edith Farnsworth House, 14520 River Rd, Plano
2:00 pm - Educator Open House at Edith Farnsworth House →
Edith Farnsworth House, 14520 River Rd, Plano
4:00 pm
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
Tuesday September 22
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🗓 Events Nearby
- IM Flag Football
Washington Junior High School Lower Fields
7:00 am - English for Intermediate Learners - Level 3
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
9:15 am - English for Intermediate Learners - Level 4
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
11:00 am - Softball Home vs Seneca (Reaper Softball Field) →
Plano Middle School Plano, IL 60545
4:30 pm - Baseball @Kelvin Grove →
Plano Middle School Plano, IL 60545
4:30 pm - Cross Country @ Huntley Nearly There Invite →
Plano Middle School Plano, IL 60545
4:30 pm - From Rumors to Reality: Understanding Disinformation
Plainfield Public Library District 15025 S. Illinois St., Plainfield, IL, 60544, US
6:30 pm
Wednesday September 2
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Obituary: Patricia J. Peeples —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
- Obituary: Patricia Liccardi —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
- Looking for reputable HVAC company that people have had good results with.
I live in Oswego. Appreciate any recommendations. (Nextdoor Wolfs Crossing) - Looking for Mexican breakfast catering.
I've called 3 of my favorite Mexican restaurants and they don't offer breakfast catering. Any recommendations? (Nextdoor Clark Rd)
- Aramark Corporation posted a job opening for Food Service Worker - Oswego CUSD #308 in Oswego. Apply here.
- Pearl of Tiller posted a job opening for Dietary Aide in Oswego. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oswego here.
🗞 Nearby News
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Aurora
- Yorkville Public Library September youth programs feature art activities, book clubs, story times (shawlocal.com)
Naperville
- Reward Offered For Man Wanted For 'Unwanted Physical Contact' With Women In Naperville Parks (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Don't you 2 start anything (Thank you Mary L. for sending it in!)
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