Elgin
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Gail Borden Library Foundation announces new board memberNov 21, 2025 4:35 pm - The Gail Borden Library Foundation announced that Rafael Villagomez has joined their board.
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New boutique hotel could be coming to downtown ElginNov 21, 2025 4:11 pm - A new boutique hotel could soon be checking in to downtown Elgin. The Elgin City Council agreed Wednesday to assist developers by providing $1.2 million in TIF funding for the project.
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Round Lake Beach man, 56, identified as victim in fatal Elgin train crashNov 21, 2025 2:46 pm - Martin Martinez Jimenez, 56, was killed when the truck he was driving was hit by a Union Pacific locomotive in Elgin on Oct. 23. A recent NTSB report said he had little warning of the train before the collision.
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Unwrap holiday fun with Santa photos and celebrations at Gail Borden LibraryNov 21, 2025 12:57 pm - Enjoy festive events for the whole family this holiday season at Gail Borden Public Library. Whether it’s shopping for great holiday gifts, visiting Santa, or completing some fun holiday crafts, the library has everything needed for a fun time this holiday season.
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St. Charles library hosts EYSO Sterling Brass Quartet for holiday concertNov 21, 2025 12:40 pm - The St. Charles Public Library is hosting a free holiday concert featuring the Sterling Brass Quartet from the acclaimed Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, Dec. 7.
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Get your photo with Santa at the Gail Borden Library in Elgin Dec. 4Nov 21, 2025 12:03 pm - Santa Claus will make a stop at the Gail Borden Library in Elgin to pose for photos with children and families on Thursday, Dec. 4 from 4 to 6 p.m.
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A map of the past: Geneva history buff relishes portraying land surveyor from 1770sNov 21, 2025 3:30 am - As a history buff who enjoys re-enactments but isn’t drawn to battles or military uniforms, portraying an 18th century land surveyor is the perfect fit for John Schubert of Geneva.
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Elgin Symphony Orchestra celebrates the holidays with six concertsNov 20, 2025 11:38 pm - The Elgin Symphony Orchestra is presenting six holiday concerts, including Brass & Percussion performances in St. Charles, Schaumburg, and Barrington featuring holiday favorites.
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Elgin’s holiday tree lands in downtown courtyardNov 20, 2025 4:39 pm - Elgin’s holiday tree made a move across town Thursday in preparation for the city’s annual tree-lighting ceremony next week.
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Elgin approves resolution banning immigration enforcement on city propertyNov 20, 2025 4:36 pm - The Elgin City Council gave final approval Wednesday to a resolution prohibiting city-owned properties from being used as a staging area, processing location, operations base or other support for immigration enforcement unless required by law or court order.