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Be sure to catch Free Holiday Gift Wrapping at Algonquin Commons on the Trout Valley Patch calendar

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

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Free Holiday Gift Wrapping at Algonquin Commons at Algonquin Commons

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Morning rain; cloudy, windy, with a high of 47 and low of 13 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Breezy and much colder, temps: high: 26, low: 23.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 44 and low of 15 degrees.

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  • Pace is planning an expansion of the Burr Ridge Park-n-Ride and invites the community to learn more and share feedback.
    Stop by at any time to speak directly with Pace Suburban Bus staff. Join us to discuss proposed improvements that may impact riders of Pace’s I-55… (Nextdoor )

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Huntley

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