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A new generation of directors leads CTE in ‘iSing’ Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
When Allison Cherry stepped onto the Children’s Theatre of Elgin stage in 1992 as a second-grader, she never dreamed that she would one day end up running the show. But 20 years later, Cherry, a 28-year-old teacher at Prairie View Grade School in Burlington, will direct "iSing: Sounds of a New Generation," which will be presented June 21-23 and June 28-30 at the Elgin Community College Arts Center’s Blizzard Theatre.
One Truck, One Goal: Charity fundraiser at Schaumburg Boomers seeks to fill semi truck with sports gear for kids in need.Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Northbrook-based charity Gear for Goals is partnering with the Schaumburg Boomers Baseball Team on Friday, June 21st to host a large scale donation drive to benefit children in need in the U.S. and internationally.
Dundee Township Historical Society to host springtime house walk Jun 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The Dundee Township Historical Society will host its springtime house walk from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 22. Local homes, historic sites and gardens will be included in the walk.
Suburban districts spend $320,800 opposing online charter school planJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The appeal process for a proposed suburban virtual charter school was cut short last week — but not before 18 suburban school districts spent more than $320,800 in legal fees fighting the issue. Not to mention the hundreds of hours school staffs spent researching the proposal, officials say.
Insect Stings and Bites This SummerJun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
With summer just around the corner and everyone anxious to spend time outside, keep in mind that stinging insects and ticks will also be out during the warmer months as well.
Color guard team helps kids build skill, self-esteemJun 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Watching from across a gymnasium as his youth color guard rehearses, Eric Hall sees flags and other props clatter to the floor - but he sees only growth. He smiles, knowing the next try will be better, and the flag spinner will be hooked. This is how he builds his champion Allegiance Youth Color Guard of Dundee team. Hundreds of hours of spinning, throwing, falling flags, and then success and more smiles.
Community members asked to clear clutter to do good for kids in needJun 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Gear for Goals, a non-profit youth charity, is hosting a sports gear and musical instrument donation drive at the Schaumburg Boomers Baseball Game on Friday, June 21st and is asking community members to clear out their garage and closets for a worthy cause.
Suburban triathletes swim, bike, run through motherhoodJun 13, 2013 12:00 AM
One-year-old Matt squeals happily while he plays with his 5-year-old sister Molly. Their mother, Jennifer Garrison of Naperville, casually checks on her kids while discussing how she manages being a mother of three, coaching triathletes, and volunteering at her children's school — while still making time to work out. Garrison is one of seven co-authors of the new book “Tri-Mom: Swimming, Biking, and Running Through Motherhood."
Gateway for Cancer Research honors cancer researcher for discoveries and patient impactJun 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Gateway for Cancer ResearchSM announces Dr. Pierre-Yves Dietrich as the recipient of the inaugural Cancer Researcher of the Year Award.
Metro West Council of Government to hold 2013 legislative session review Jun 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Metro West Council of Government will hold its Legislative BBQ and Session Review at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at Elburn Lions Park. Steve Morrill and Curt Fiedler of Morrill & Associates will provide an overview of results of this year’s legislative session and how they affect municipalities.
ECC Relay For Life honors, remembers those touched by cancer Jun 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Elgin Communitiy College will hold its 11th Relay For Life fundraiser from 6 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday, the culmination of a year of fundraising for the American Cancer Society. About 200 walkers will participate with several hundred more people expected to take part in games and activities along the side of the track. An opening ceremony will start at 7 p.m. Friday in the Visual and Performing Arts Center and Spartan Events Center parking lots at ECC, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.
Hot Rods for Huntington's Disease! A Disease that needs to be heard of. Jun 12, 2013 12:00 AM
The world-famous Volo Auto Museum in Volo, Illinois will be the site of the first annual Hot Rods for Huntington’s Disease charity event.
Krisilee Murphy Named One of Two Ambassadors for Future Leaders of Destination MarketingJun 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) has named Krisilee Murphy, Director of Marketing at the Elgin Area Convention & Visitors Bureau an ambassador for their 30 Under 30 program.
Images: Daily Herald prep photos of the week Jun 11, 2013 12:00 AM
The Prep Photos of the Week gallery includes the best high school sports pictures by Daily Herald photographers. This week's gallery features photos from state and sectional softball and baseball games.
Dist. 300 recognized with awards for financial reporting, planning Jun 10, 2013 12:00 AM
School board members in Carpentersville-based Community Unit District 300 stopped to recognize the work of the district’s finance department Monday evening. A team led by Chief Financial Officer Susan Harkin earned Dist. 300 a handful of awards for financial reporting and financial planning.
Historic GM concept cars to exhibit at Geneva Concours Aug. 25Jun 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Geneva Concours d'Elegance has just announced that four of the rare GM Motorama Concept Cars of the 1950s, owned by the Bortz Auto Collection, will be on display at the show on August 25, 2013 in Geneva, Illinois.
Dock legislators’ pay 75 percent Jun 9, 2013 12:00 AM
A Sleepy Hollow letter to the editor: Our Illinois General Assembly has been debating for more than two years how to close a government-employee pension shortfall. Gov. Quinn once again is trying to bring together legislative leaders following the close of their Spring Session to push forward on an overhaul.
Tourney to raise money for young cancer patientsJun 8, 2013 12:00 AM
A 3-on-3 annual basketball tournament that raises money for young cancer patients, needs more players to ensure it's a smashing success. The Sean Toedman Memorial Basketball Tournament, in its third year, is already off to a good start of meeting its goal to raise $6,000, said David Schultz, who runs the event. It was named after a 12-year-old boy from unincorporated Cook County near Elgin, who died of cancer in 1996.
2012-2013 Fox Valley Academic Team Jun 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Imagine getting straight A's in every class, all four years of high school. Now combine that with leadership, extracurriculars, and a desire to apply one's knowledge in a way that benefits others, and you've got the kind of student who gets named to the Daily Herald's 2012-13 Fox Valley Academic Team. "Success is not about how much money we make or how many square feet our houses are, but rather how many lives we can improve by helping others," writes Arjun Tambe of Illinois Math and Science Academy.
Northwest suburban academic team honorable mentionsJun 7, 2013 12:00 AM
2012-2013 Northwest suburban academic team honorable mentions