Elgin
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Hoffman Estates seeks host families for sister city visitorsDec 05, 2024 1:24 pm - The Sister Cities Commission of Hoffman Estates is seeking host families for two cultural exchanges next year, when they welcome guests from Angoulême, France.
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Cook County reaches greenhouse gas goal seven years earlyDec 05, 2024 1:24 pm - Cook County has reached its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in county-owned buildings by 45% seven years ahead of its initial timeline, officials announced.
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None hurt in fire at Elgin homeless encampmentDec 04, 2024 9:41 pm - No injuries were reported after flames engulfed a homeless encampment in Elgin Wednesday afternoon, Fire Chief Robert Cagann said. But the fire disrupted Metra service and traffic for several hours.
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A new Christmas classic? ‘House Without a Christmas Tree’ creators, actors hope new musical becomes a holiday stapleDec 04, 2024 5:05 pm - Griffin Theatre Company premieres a musical stage adaptation of the heartwarming, family-friendly, coming-of-age story “The House Without a Christmas Tree.”
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Dining out: Stan’s Donuts and Ghirardelli collab, candlelight dinner and moreDec 04, 2024 10:42 am - Stan’s Donuts and Coffee is teaming up with Ghirardelli for their holiday drink offerings, while Lazy Dog is offering DIY holiday gingerbread house kits with proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity.
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Stop and sip: Enjoy a festive holiday cocktail at these suburban spotsDec 04, 2024 10:40 am - Take a break from shopping and running errands and enjoy a holiday cocktail at these suburban restaurants and bars.
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Best Bets: Holiday tunes, ‘Nutcracker’ variations dominate suburban stagesDec 04, 2024 10:32 am - From a cappella to Elvis to a hip-hop take on “The Nutcracker,” holiday entertainment dominates suburban stages this week.
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Elgin Fire Department collecting winter outerwear for adults in needDec 04, 2024 8:01 am - The Elgin Fire Department is collecting winter outerwear to support the Community Crisis Center’s effort to provide warm clothing for adults in need.
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Vineyard Church of Elgin hosts Blue Christmas serviceDec 03, 2024 11:23 pm - Vineyard Church of Elgin will host a Blue Christmas service on Sunday, Dec. 8, for people who are struggling to find holiday joy or just need a quiet moment in the midst of the season.
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Applications open for Kane County Board District 7 in AuroraDec 03, 2024 7:37 pm - Kane County is accepting applications for the position of Kane County Board Member for District 7 in Aurora. This vacancy is due to the resignation of former board member Monica Silva.