Glen Ellyn
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Former Naperville Central tennis ace set to make history with the IlliniJun 17, 2026 6:48 pm - Naperville Central High School graduate Elizabeth Lumpkin Robinson was hired Wednesday as the new head coach of the University of Illinois women’s tennis program.
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A ‘quintessential American town’: New Glen Ellyn volunteer organization plans July 4th celebration, new drone showJun 17, 2026 6:32 pm - Glen Ellyn is one of those towns that does Fourth of July right. A new, entirely volunteer group is organizing an amped-up celebration for America’s 250th year.
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A lifetime of service earns Glen Ellyn Chamber’s Hometown Hero recognitionJun 17, 2026 5:06 pm - Leroy Boeckelman, a Glen Ellyn resident now living at Beacon Hill senior community in Lombard, received the Scott Willsey Hometown Hero Award from the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce for his community service.
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Mobile Museum of Tolerance launches ‘We the People of Illinois’ exhibit in BensenvilleJun 17, 2026 12:11 pm - The Mobile Museum of Tolerance will launch its new exhibit "We the People of Illinois" on June 23 at Bensenville Community Public Library, exploring stories of community, prejudice, and equality throughout Illinois history.
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Grow Wellness Foundation hosting Petals, Ponds & Pathways Garden WalkJun 17, 2026 10:20 am - The Grow Wellness Foundation's second annual Petals, Ponds & Pathways Garden Walk takes place June 26-27 in Naperville, featuring six private gardens with landscapes and water features.
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Olympic speed skater to kick off Glen Ellyn’s Fourth of July Freedom FourJun 16, 2026 10:14 pm - The Glen Ellyn Freedom Four is a 4-mile run/walk for ages 5 and up on July 4 at Lake Ellyn Park, featuring a scenic route and welcoming both competitive runners and casual walkers.
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‘People still care’: DuPage County dedicates new park to victims of violenceJun 16, 2026 6:40 pm - DuPage County Board members and countywide officials gathered Tuesday to dedicate the new Victims of Violence Memorial Park at the DuPage County complex in Wheaton.
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Home & garden calendar, June 16-27Jun 16, 2026 3:52 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, including celebrations of America's 250th birthday. Also listings of garden walks, garden shows, nature walks and workshops.
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AgeGuide announces retirement of CEO Marla FronczakJun 15, 2026 4:29 pm - AgeGuide, the Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Illinois, recently announced that CEO Marla Fronczak will retire in December 2026, concluding a remarkable career dedicated to improving the lives of older adults, veterans, and communities throughout the region.
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High Five: Top boys prep sports performances of the school yearJun 15, 2026 3:53 pm - This edition of the High Five looks at the top boys prep sports performances of the school year.