Fox Valley briefs

Petition seeks meeting on hall

Grafton Township residents have filed a petition asking the township to stop construction of a new $3.5 million township hall. Township officials say the hall is needed to meet the township's space needs, while township supervisor candidate Linda Moore and some residents say a new hall is unnecessary and too costly. The petition asks the township to hold off on construction until a special meeting is held at which residents can discuss the issue. Moore and current Supervisor John Rossi face off in the Republican primary today.

Four to challenge in Rutland Twp.

Four Rutland Township residents have declared their intent to run in the April 7 election for township trustee as write-in candidates. Beulah Swanson of Gilberts, John Blomquist of Pingree Grove, and Barbara Burton and John Payson, both of Hampshire, will vie for one of three, 4-year seats available. Steven Schuldt, Katherine Schultz and Patrick Whalen already are on the ballot.

Dundee scholarship available

The Dundee Township Visitor's Center, in conjunction with the Dundee Township Rotary Foundation, is offering a $1,500 scholarship to a student living in Dundee Township who plans to attend college or trade school in the 2009-2010 school year. Applicants must also be active in the Dundee Township Interactive Club to be eligible. Applications are available from Dundee-Crown High School, Harry Jacobs High School, Elgin Academy and St. Edward Central Catholic High School School and are due by Friday, Feb. 27, to the school guidance counselor. Interviews begin in March.

Dad, daughter dance planned

The South Elgin Parks and Recreation Department and FUNdation will host a Daddy Daughter Dance from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at Corron Elementary School, 455 Thornwood Way, South Elgin. Registration is $35 for residents and $40 for nonresidents. The night includes a craft, snacks, drinks and a goody bag. The event is open to girls ages 3 to 12. For more information, call (847) 622-0003.