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Windy City Elite League launches Gear Drive to help local kids play hockeyJul 20, 2026 12:33 pm - The Windy City Elite League partnered with Hockey Gear For All Foundation to host a youth hockey equipment drive on July 15 in Geneva, collecting new and used gear from fans and players during summer league games to help young players in need.
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DuPage County Fair kicks off Thursday with first 4-H Alumni DayJul 20, 2026 11:46 am - On opening day Thursday, July 23, the DuPage County Fair, in collaboration with the University of Illinois Extension, is hosting its first 4-H Alumni Day featuring an alumni salute, tours, games and free admission for preregistered 4-H alumni.
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DuPage County invites children to paint mural for nation’s 250thJul 20, 2026 10:57 am - DuPage County is offering children a chance to leave their mark on a mural celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
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Lombard announces rescheduled date for America 250 fireworks displayJul 20, 2026 10:41 am - Lombard will hold its rescheduled America 250 fireworks display on Sunday, Sept. 6, at Madison Meadow Park at 500 E. Wilson Ave.
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‘Hunger doesn’t look just one way’: How Loaves & Fishes helps families get back on solid groundJul 20, 2026 9:45 am - Fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs. What might be a simple weekly grocery list for some may be out of reach for families just trying to make ends meet. That’s where Loaves & Fishes Community Services in Naperville comes in.
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Is slimming down the wedding squad Taylor and Travis-style the new nuptial trend?Jul 18, 2026 5:20 pm - Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may be the most high-profile example of a couple opting for a slimmed-down wedding party. Suburban wedding planners say scaling back attendants can make for a more intimate, less chaotic experience.
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Big gaps between Democratic, Republican campaign coffers in suburban House racesJul 18, 2026 11:45 am - Democratic congressional candidates running for seats in the suburbs are far better funded than their Republican rivals ahead of the November election, new reports show.
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‘Pretty wild’: Air quality forces late start of West Dundee opener of the 14th Chicago Grit bicycle racing seriesJul 17, 2026 5:52 pm - The 14th Chicago Grit bicycle racing series was postponed for hours Friday due to poor air quality at its first stop, the West Dundee River Challenge.
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Man sentenced to 11 years in prison for leaving scene of drunk driving crash after hitting man on electric scooterJul 17, 2026 12:37 pm - A West Chicago man was sentenced to 11 years in prison Thursday after fleeing the scene of a drunk driving crash with a man on an electric scooter in 2024.
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Bridge Communities to host pickleball tournament to support homeless familiesJul 16, 2026 12:01 am - Bridge Communities will host a Pickleball Tournament on Aug. 1 at Pickled! Wheaton to support families facing homelessness. Deadline to register is July 28 or until spots are filled.