Mike Bailey to discuss his new book '300 Lake St.' Nov. 9 at Gail Borden

Elgin author Mike Bailey, a former Elgin Courier News managing editor and columnist, will discuss his new book, "300 Lake St.," a story that picks up where his previous book, "Goodbye Elgin High," left off.

Part of the library's "Author on the Fox" series, the program will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, at the main library, 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin.

Book signing and sales will take place.

In "300 Lake St.," Bailey explores the relationship between the city and its newspaper, the Elgin Daily Courier News, through a period from the early 1970s until the building closed in 2010. 300 It is the story of their once intertwined relationship, exploring events during that crucial period that shaped both, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at what politicians once called Elgin's "conscience," the Daily Courier News.

"I wanted people to fully understand how remarkable it is that the city of Elgin emerged from what I call the 'Dark Decade' to become the dynamic city it is today," Bailey explained. "In the book, I list and explain the three crucial decisions the city made that allowed it to escape that period of despair."

The program is free but register at www.gailborden.info, by calling (847) 429-4597 or stopping by the library.