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

In today's newsletter:

  • Wheaton police detail tequila theft, coffee shop damage, online scam
  • Why did Wheaton's tornado sirens blare twice with no storm?
  • How did Wheaton's 60187 become one of America's "hottest" ZIPs?

Also on today's calendar: Garden Club to feature Forest Preserve District President and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 79, low: 66.
  • Sunday: Humid; breezy in the morning, with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Stolen Tequila, Facebook Marketplace Scam, More: Wheaton Crime Blotter (patch.com) — Recent Wheaton police reports describe vandalism at Platform Coffee on North President Street, a scam call where someone posed as the DuPage County Sheriff's Office, retail theft of tequila from Mariano's on South Main, and a Facebook Marketplace car-sale fraud. Residents with information are urged to contact the Wheaton Police Department, underscoring ongoing safety concerns in town.
   

• DU-COMM Shares 'Key Findings' After 2 Tornado Siren Errors In 1 Week (patch.com) — After two mistaken tornado siren activations last week, Wheaton-based DU-COMM says one incident stemmed from employee error and the other from a malfunctioning device that's now being removed. Officials stress they're simplifying the warning system, continuing their review, and still urge residents to seek shelter and confirm threats through National Weather Service updates whenever sirens sound.
   

• These Are the 10 'Hottest' Zip Codes in the US—See If Yours Made the List (marthastewart.com) — Wheaton's 60187 ZIP code has landed on Realtor.com's 2026 list of the nation's "hottest" housing markets, reflecting strong buyer interest and quick home sales. Local listings are drawing heavy online attention and moving faster than the U.S. average, underscoring Wheaton's appeal as a suburban option with access to major job centers.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • A Smarter Way to Outsource Print, Chicago Business Executive Wants to Re-Invent Print Procurement —Bill Read on Patch
  • Casey's General Store, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Wheaton. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Glen Ellyn

  • The mirror of the suburbs reflects a diverse range of images (dailyherald.com)
  • Over 500 Weather the Storms at the Cook County Regional Organized Crime Task Force (CCROC) 2026 Annual Conference (losspreventionmedia.com)

Lisle

  • Garrett Kappel Marketing Expands Integrated Marketing Strategy Services to Improve Customer Experience (yourdigitalwall.com)
  • Morton Arboretum Announces New Large-Scale 'Tree Dimensions' Exhibition (patch.com)
  • Residents calls for speed limits during Fox Waterway Agency board meeting after deadly boat crash (cbsnews.com)

Naperville

  • Bonci Pizza Now Open In Naperville (patch.com)
  • 4 Seats Available On Naperville City Council In 2027 Consolidated Election (patch.com)

Ok Wheaton! 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: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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