Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of September.
Good morning, Naperville.
🏘️ Community
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago launched Y for All to offer more affordable memberships and programs + a simpler signup process for households facing rising costs.
Announced Monday, Sept.21, families can apply at local YMCA centers today.
Naperville Responds For Veterans launches its 2026 Truck Raffle where Illinois residents can purchase $100 tickets online to support veterans by funding home repairs and renovations.
Ticket sales end November 11 or after 2,000 tickets are sold (eligible for ages 18+).
Naperville Park District will host family-friendly Halloween events this autumn, featuring free Creepy Critters Month activities at Knoch Knolls Nature Center throughout October, Halloween Happening at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion on Oct.
25, and Pumpkin Smash at Ron Ory Community Garden on Nov. 7 (free event for all ages).
🎭 Culture
Morton Arboretum experts monitor fall colors as record-breaking El Niño and unusual rainfall shift autumn hues for area trees, with maples and oaks changing later under warmer conditions.
The Arboretum hosts a Fall Color Festival in October featuring Walking Plays + a Cider and Ale Festival for all ages.
🎓 Education
North Central College was named among the top 20 colleges in the Midwest by U.S. News + World Report, landing at No. 18 in category and tied with Cedarville University + Hamline University.
It jumped to No. 24 in Best Value and ranked among the top 10 for veterans.
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