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As Army Corps study stalls, future still uncertain for Fox River dams: ‘It’s just going to run its course’Aug 12, 2026 7:02 am - The Fox River has been the subject of intensive study by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which has been evaluating the possibility of removing some of the dams along the river. But the study has been paused due to federal funding issues, leaving towns uncertain about what will happen to the dams in their communities.
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The Literacy Connection’s third annual Resource Fair celebrates National Literacy MonthAug 11, 2026 9:43 pm - The Literacy Connection will host its third annual Resource Fair on Sept. 17 at The Centre Elgin's Heritage Ballroom. The free event features 25 social service organizations, family activities, storytelling, and giveaways.
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Severe thunderstorms with 90 mph winds strike the suburbs, power outages affect thousandsAug 11, 2026 4:33 pm - Winds exceeding 90 mph hit some areas of the Chicago suburbs when a thunderstorm passed through mid-Tuesday morning.
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Enjoy outdoor dining before summer is gone at these suburban eateriesAug 11, 2026 3:23 pm - We’re near peak outdoor dining season, so go out and enjoy lunch or dinner at these 14 suburban eateries.
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District 300 marks completion of first phase of Parkview Elementary School expansion and renovation projectAug 11, 2026 2:09 pm - District 300 celebrated the ribbon-cutting for Parkview Elementary School's first phase expansion, adding 17,600 square feet with a new media center, renovated cafeteria, and multipurpose room to serve the 500 returning students.
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Elgin’s Hemmens announces 2026-27 seasonAug 11, 2026 10:15 am - More than a dozen shows have been announced for the 2026-27 season at The Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin, kicking off in September.
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Home & garden calendar, Aug. 11-22Aug 11, 2026 7:00 am - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like fall flowers for the garden, bringing plants indoors, and more. Also, listing of garden tours, plant sales, nature walks and workshops.
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As new school year dawns, some parents urge schools to use technology less in classroomsAug 10, 2026 7:25 pm - As part of a growing national movement, more and more suburban parents fearing technology’s detrimental impact on their children’s cognitive abilities and social-emotional skills are calling for scaling back on its use.
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Fire destroys garage, damages two homes in ElginAug 10, 2026 1:08 pm - No one was hurt during a fire in a detached garage early Monday morning on Elgin’s west side that caused damage to two nearby homes.
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SBA offers low-interest loans to Kane County residents affected by July stormsAug 10, 2026 12:53 pm - The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved a disaster declaration for the severe storms and flooding that impacted six counties in northeastern Illinois from July 2-4, 2026.