Briefs: Facio hearing set

A Kane County judge will hear arguments next month over whether hearsay should be allowed in the prosecution of an Elgin teen charged with raping an 8-year-old neighbor last August. In addition to the victim's testimony, the state wants to cite two statements from acquaintances of the victim, which show the allegations against Angel Facio, 16, are "consistent and she didn't make it up," Assistant State's Attorney Christine Bayer said Wednesday. The hearing is set for Sept. 18. In May, Facio was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to the attempted murder of an Elgin High School teacher he stabbed multiple times in the head. He also is accused in the Jan. 16 attempted abduction of a 13-year-old Larsen Middle School student.

Kane County announces public health heroes

The Kane County Health Department recognized five people as "Hidden Heroes of Public Health" on Wednesday. Dr. Gary Ahasic and Dr. Brian Tonner won awards for their creation of "Dentists with a Heart," an event which brings together about 30 dentists in around Valentine's Day who provide free dental services for people who could not otherswise afford it. Shannon McCall won an award for the education classes she provides to children through Delnor-Community Hospital. Marcos Bostho was recognized for being a champion of HIV/AIDS prevention and education since 1999. Betty Ann Morton received an award for 20 years of service to more than 1,000 pregnant school-age girls. Morton helps them stay in school both during and after their pregnancies so they can become productive members of society.

Check out farmers market

Huntley's second annual farmer's market continues Saturday on Coral Street in downtown Huntley with Healthy Huntley Day this weekend, offering free screenings, giveaways and a blood drive. Call (847) 515-5262.