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Lights out

In conjunction with ongoing traffic signal improvement work on Randall Road in Elgin, two traffic signals will be temporarily out of service from about 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Route 72 and on Thursday, Feb. 26, at Fox Lane. During those times, the intersections will be under 4-way stop control.

Write-in candidates added to local ballots

Three Rutland Township residents have declared their intent to run in the April 7 election for township trustee as write-in candidates. John Blomquist, of Pingree Grove, and Barbara Burton and John Payson, both of Hampshire, will vie for one of three, 4-year seats available.

Gas bill relief

Funding may be secured to help Fox Valley residents pay for their heating bills this winter. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is accepting applications for those who have not yet applied for benefits since September 2008. This program applies to homes heated with natural gas, electricity or fuel that's delivered. Eligibility is based on the household's combined income. For a household of one, the gross income for the last 30 days must be less than $1,300; for two people, less than $1,750; for three, less than $2,200; for four, less than $2,650 and for five, less than $3,100. Applications are taken by appointment only. Call (815) 758-3835 or (847) 697-4400.

County seeks doctor for health board

The McHenry County Board is accepting applications for physicians interested in filling a vacant post on the county's board of health. Application forms are available at the county board office of the McHenry County Government Center, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock, or online at co.mchenry.il.us. Applications must be submitted by 3 p.m. March 11. For details, call (815) 334-4221.