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🌱 Patch AM: How Oakland Park’s new Wi‑Fi and streetscape plans will change Springfield

Also, don't miss Caregiver Open House on the Springfield Patch calendar

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Hello Springfield! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Oakland Park's new Wi‑Fi and streetscape plans will change Springfield

Also on today's calendar: Caregiver Open House and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain and a thunderstorm, temps: high: 80, low: 65.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 77 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wi‑Fi Installed at Newly Opened Oakland Park in Springfield; BID to Provide Streetscape Upgrades (tapinto.net) — Springfield residents can now enjoy free public Wi‑Fi at the newly opened Oakland Park, part of a broader makeover with new sidewalks, lighting, and seating. The Springfield Business Improvement District is also planning a major streetscape expansion along South Springfield Avenue to extend the park's look and improve safety and aesthetics for nearby businesses and pedestrians.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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