South Elgin Submitted Content
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Downers Grove couple recognized as Lutheran Social Services True FriendSep 20, 2025 1:07 am - Former BMO executive John Rudy and wife Liz will receive True Friend Award for philanthropy and service to Lutheran Social Services of Illinois.
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Marklund celebrates expanded, renovated Wasmond Center, home for individuals with disabilitiesSep 19, 2025 11:16 am - A $17.4-million renovation of Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin adds 24 beds, therapy areas, and amenities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Conservation Foundation hosting Beer, Bands & Barns benefit Sept. 20Sep 17, 2025 11:11 am - Enjoy live music, craft beer, and food trucks at The Conservation Foundation's Beer, Bands & Barns fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Dickson-Murst Farm in Montgomery.
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Elgin Community College receives NASA award to host robotics competitionSep 14, 2025 2:53 pm - Elgin Community College has secured a prestigious $50,000 NASA award, positioning itself as one of only 30 institutions nationwide to receive this highly competitive recognition.
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Elgin Community College celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with ‘Sazón & Soul’Sep 14, 2025 2:47 pm - Elgin Community College celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with events, art, dance, music, and cultural experiences from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
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Local law enforcement goes gold to support Pediatric Cancer Awareness MonthSep 12, 2025 1:04 pm - The Kane and Cook County sheriff's departments are handing out gold pins for deputies to wear this month, including a SWAT team member whose daughter is a pediatric cancer survivor and was helped by Cal's Angels.
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ECC Writers Center hosts Fall Reading Series with acclaimed writersSep 10, 2025 10:11 pm - Elgin Community College's Writers Center will host its Fall 2025 Reading Series featuring poet Diego Baez, novelist Gerardo Sámano Córdova, and essayist Rachel Cohen.
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‘Unsung Heroes’ honored with Hispanic Heritage Month exhibit at Gail Borden LibrarySep 10, 2025 12:26 am - Gail Borden Public Library is hosting an exhibit titled "Our Heroes, Our Stories" that honors Latinx "unsung heroes" from the Chicago area, featuring artistic figures and recorded interviews.
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Elgin Area Leadership Academy accepting applicants for 2025-26Sep 08, 2025 4:36 pm - The Elgin Area Leadership Academy is now recruiting for its 2025-26 class. The award-winning program aims to educate and empower leaders to engage with local organizations and strengthen the community.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank announces initiatives for Hunger Action MonthSep 03, 2025 12:02 pm - This Hunger Action Month, Northern Illinois Food Bank aims to raise hunger awareness with a football fundraising competition, donut shop donation drive, volunteering opportunities, "Go Orange" day, and virtual food drives.