Elgin
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Did you lose a pool? Elgin finds that and more during annual spring road cleanupApr 16, 2024 12:19 pm - If you’ve been putting off a spring cleaning project around the house, take consolation in knowing that, no matter how big it is, it could be worse. Elgin recently comple...
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Misfits JiuJitsu in St. Charles combines martial arts with mental health helpApr 16, 2024 5:30 am - Misfits Jiujitsu takes a different approach to martial arts, emphasizing fitness of the mind over toughness on the mat. Owner Brad Edmondson has struggled with mental hea...
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Kane Forest Preserve Foundation hosts native plant sale April 27Apr 15, 2024 11:33 pm - The Kane Forest Preserve Foundation announces the return of its Native Plant Sale, aimed at promoting biodiversity, supporting local ecosystems, and fostering sustainabl...
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Gifford Park Association mobilizing community for April 20 Neighborhood Spring Cleanup EventApr 15, 2024 10:17 pm - The Gifford Park Association will host its Neighborhood Spring Cleanup event on Saturday, April 20, starting at 9:30 a.m. This family friendly initiative aims to bring ...
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Kane County Regional Office of Education preparing for record-setting Educator of the Year BanquetApr 15, 2024 7:15 pm - Each year, the Kane County Regional Office of Education honors professionals from throughout Kane County at the Educator of the Year banquet. It is an opportunity for hu...
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Elgin’s Side Street Studio Arts getting closer to new homeApr 15, 2024 4:50 pm - Side Street Studio Arts in Elgin has taken a couple of steps forward in its effort to move to a new home. The Elgin City Council last week approved an adaptive reuse plan...
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‘Still too trusting’: Officials warn of surge in driveway paving scamsApr 15, 2024 4:44 pm - Suburban officials and the Better Business Bureau are warning of a surge in scammers swindling thousands of dollars from homeowners and leaving behind shoddy or nonexiste...
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Cook County launches website to track, promote ADA effortsApr 15, 2024 12:18 pm - The Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways has launched a website as part of its Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan public outreach efforts. T...
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Smoke but limited damage in Elgin generator fireApr 15, 2024 11:56 am - No one was hurt during a diesel generator fire Monday morning near a commercial building in Elgin. The Elgin Fire Department responded to a call on the 2100 block of Poin...
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Owl mania: Birders’ enthusiasm for this species can sometimes go overboardApr 15, 2024 10:45 am - The popularity of owls makes them vulnerable to human interference. People do get excited about owls, and sometimes their enthusiasm (or thoughtlessness) gets out of hand.