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π± How Henry families can tap new WIC card and longer hours
Also, don't miss Basketball 5/6-N Boys - VS Henry (Game) on the Henry Patch calendar

Good day Henry! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. βοΈ
In today's newsletter:
- How Henry families can tap new WIC card and longer hours
Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? π€ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Cloudy and cold, with a high of 27 and low of 22 degrees.
- Friday: Cloudy and cold, temps: high: 27, low: 4. βοΈ Brr!
- Saturday: Frigid with snow, with a high of 10 and low of -9 degrees.
π° News we're reading
β’ WIC Benefits Remain Fully Available with New EBT Card and Expanded Hours in Henry Stark Marshall and Putnam Counties (regionalmedianews.com) β Families in Henry County can continue using WIC benefits with a new Illinois WIC EBT card and expanded hours through the local health department and First Choice Healthcare. In-person βface to faceβ appointments have fully resumed, but online applications are still accepted. Eligible Henry residents can get help with groceries like milk, formula, eggs, fruits, and vegetables by applying online or calling the health department.
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π Events Nearby
- Basketball 5/6-N Boys - VS Henry (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
4:30 pm - Basketball-V Girls - VS Henry Senachwine (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
5:30 pm - School age Seasonal Crafts Hennepin
Hennepin Library , 214 North Fourth Street , Hennepin
10:00 am - Tannenbaum Brunch β Hegeler Carus Mansion
Hegeler Carus Foundation , 1307 7th St , La Salle
2:00 pm - Celebration of Lights
Rotary Park , 2837 E 5th Rd , La Salle
5:00 pm - IVSO Presents: The Nutcracker ft. Guest Conductor Tim Semanik | Sunday Performance
LaSalle-Peru Township High School , 541 Chartres St , La Salle
3:00 pm - Basketball 5/6-N Boys @ Marquette (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
5:00 pm - Basketball-7th Boys - VS Henry-senachwine (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
5:30 pm - Basketball-8th Boys - VS Henry-senachwine (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
7:00 pm - Basketball-7th Boys - VS Bureau Valley (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
4:30 pm - Basketball-8th Boys - VS Bureau Valley (Game)
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin, IL 61327
6:00 pm - Silent Book Club Hennepin
Hennepin Library , 214 North Fourth Street , Hennepin
Thursday December 11
Saturday December 13
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Tuesday December 16
Thursday December 18
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π¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Kroger posted a job opening for Cashier in Chillicothe. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Princeton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Henry here.
π Nearby News
Chillicothe
- 20 years in prison: The sentence for βone of the biggest meth dealers in the area' (centralillinoisproud.com)
- City of Chillicothe Finance Committee met Nov. 12 (peoriastandard.com)
Spring Valley
- Hall High School to host Kid's Night Out event Dec. 22 (shawlocal.com)
Princeton
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