Briefs: Wayne forum tonight

The village of Wayne has planned a town hall meeting today to present information about a pending sale of Elgin, Joliet ans Eastern Railroad to the Canadian Natonal Railroad. The meeting is set for 7 to 9 p.m. at Wayne Elementary School, 5N443 School St. In a statement, Village President Eileen Phipps said the sale could "drastically increase" traffic on the railroad, which runs north and south through the eastern third of the village. "The CN proposal would create a virtual wall through our community," she said. Call (630) 584-3090.

Randall traffic warning

Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction today and Thursday on Randall Road so crews can conduct inspections on the bridge over the Union Pacific Railroad and Tyler Creek Bridge, which are south of Big Timber Road. Authorities expect delays and are asking motorists to use caution. Concerns about the project can be brought to Mike Zakosek at (630) 584-1170.

Tax help for seniors

Free confidential tax preparation service will be provided to senior citizens Thursday afternoons through April 10 at the Geneva Township Senior Center, 400 Wheeler Drive, Geneva. Appointments are required. Call (630) 232-3602.

Open house at NIU

Northern Illinois University will hold an open house for prospective students from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday at the Holmes Student Center on campus. Attendees can talk with faculty, admissions officers and student services workers. There will be a campus tour, residence hall visits and an information fair. No reservations are needed and free parking will be available at the Convocation Center. For more information, call (815) 753-0446 or e-mail admissions@niu.edu.

Home repair aid offered

If your home needs repair but finances are tight, Mid-Valley Neighborhood Improvement Association Inc. is offering assistance for limited-income homeowners in the cities or townships of Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles. Eligibility is based on income and family size. For more information, call (630) 584-1996 or visit www.mvnia.org.

St. Edward special auction

St. Edward Central Catholic High School will hold its 19th annual Tidal Wave Auction/Dinner Dance April 19 at Stonegate Conference and Banquet Centre in Hoffman Estates. The theme will be Puttin' on the Ritz. All alumni, family and friends are invited to attend the event, which includes dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions. To donate an item, place an ad in the auction catalog, become a sponsor or attend, call the Tidal Wave Hotline at (847) 741-7535, ext. 123. Proceeds will benefit scholarships, expenses and enhancements to the school.