Downers Grove
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Talking with ‘Edgy’ Tim: Order restored in the North Suburban, looking back on Geneva-Batavia, Montini’s title chancesSep 30, 2026 5:14 pm - Rivals prep football expert “Edgy” Tim O’Halloran is back to discuss the latest local news from the gridiron with Daily Herald columnist Kevin Schmit.
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Naperville council directs staff to look at two electricity optionsSep 30, 2026 3:45 pm - After reviewing multiple options for how to proceed with obtaining electricity in the future, the Naperville City Council directed staff Monday to look into joining a new joint action agency or buying power directly on the wholesale market.
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Scare tactics: Suburban haunts deliver Halloween thrillsSep 30, 2026 7:45 am - It’s scary season. Check out our list of suburban haunted houses where Halloween revelers can celebrate.
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80 years of oompah: Family’s brass band brings lively tunes to Naperville OktoberfestSep 29, 2026 7:38 pm - “We have the traditional German Oktoberfest feel with a modern twist,” says Naper Settlement spokesperson Denise Wilt. In addition to oompah music, the Naperville museum’s Oktoberfest Oct. 2-3 features a variety of German beer and cuisine, children’s activities and the popular stein-holding contest. “We’re looking forward to a great event.”
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Purple lanes: Three-year starter Engstler paves way for DGN successSep 29, 2026 6:48 pm - Downers Grove North three-year starter Tyler Engstler has helped clear space for plenty of long runs this season and is hoping more college coaches begin to notice.
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Suburban water agencies talking with Chicago, but moving forward with $6B plan to sidestep citySep 29, 2026 6:46 pm - The DuPage Water Commission will meet with Chicago representatives Wednesday amid ongoing plans for it to team with its northwest suburban counterparts and bypass the city for access to Lake Michigan water.
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Donate blood, get free PJs: Naperville church offers cozy reward for good deedSep 29, 2026 6:18 pm - On Oct. 4, Alleluia! Lutheran Church in Naperville will host a blood drive with Versiti Blood Center, offering free flannel PJ pants or hooded sweatshirts to donors.
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Dining out: National Taco Day, LAGO expanding to Glenview, fall fondue and moreSep 29, 2026 4:38 pm - Fat Rosie’s is honoring National Taco Day on Tuesday, Oct. 6, with 10 street tacos for $25. Also, celebrity chef Fabio Viviani is opening a new LAGO in Glenview, and Melting Pot and Fry the Coop are both offering new menu items.
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Water Street Naperville to host Fall Mum Sale to benefit We Grow Dreams nonprofitSep 29, 2026 3:51 pm - Water Street in downtown Naperville will host a plant sale featuring fall mums, hay bales, pumpkin décor and mixed pots from We Grow Dreams on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Foyo Plaza.
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‘Let Peace Be Among Us’: Friends worldwide gather for World Quaker DaySep 29, 2026 2:54 pm - World Quaker Day on Oct. 4 features an 8-hour global online worship session focused on peace, with the theme "Let Peace Be Among Us." The Downers Grove Friends will hold an expanded worship.