DuPage County Submitted Content
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Three Batavia High students earn spots in Illinois High School Art ExhibitionMar 16, 2026 11:36 am - Three Batavia High School students — Amelia Patterson, Jane Lishamer, and Benjamin Wash — were selected to exhibit their artwork at the 13th annual Illinois High School Art Exhibition, qualifying them for college scholarship consideration.
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U-46 board honors Larkin High’s performance at state theater festivalMar 16, 2026 11:23 am - Twenty-five high school students were recognized by the Elgin Area School District U-46 board at its March 2 meeting for their outstanding achievements in the fine arts.
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Midwestern University announces tuition freeze for 2026-27 academic yearMar 16, 2026 10:44 am - Midwestern University will freeze tuition across all programs for the 2026-27 academic year. The decision comes at a time when nationwide federal lending changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill introduce annual and lifetime borrowing caps for graduate and professional students.
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Sunrise Rotary St. Paddy’s Day 5K raises funds for local charitiesMar 15, 2026 11:15 pm - The 17th annual Sunrise Rotary St. Paddy's Day 5K took place March 14 in downtown Naperville, right before the St. Patrick's Day Parade, with proceeds supporting DuPage PADS, Loaves & Fishes and NAMI DuPage.
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Gail Borden Library to unveil final phase of ‘KidSpace Reimagined’ March 27Mar 15, 2026 10:38 pm - On March 27, Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin will celebrate the grand opening of its 19,200-square-foot KidSpace with activities like a roving magician, face painting, crafts, and interactive displays.
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Elgin Community College hosts free ‘Experience ECC’ open house April 15Mar 15, 2026 9:57 pm - Elgin Community College hosts free "Experience ECC" open house on April 15, featuring campus tours, academic program exploration, and connections with faculty and staff for prospective students.
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Oak Brook Park District donation drive benefits Hope’s Front DoorMar 13, 2026 11:56 pm - Oak Brook Park District collected toiletries and infant care items for Hope's Front Door during January and February to support local families in need.It provides essential hygiene items to 275-300 households monthly, helping families who struggle to afford basic necessities while managing other expenses.
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Science & Arts Academy honored by Illinois Science OlympiadMar 13, 2026 11:39 pm - Science & Arts Academy, an independent day school for gifted students in Des Plaines, has been recognized by Science Olympiad, the nation’s leading team STEM competition, for the school’s longstanding commitment to both Science Olympiad and Elementary Science Olympiad in Illinois.
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‘Hoppin’ for Hanover’ at the Izaak Walton Youth CenterMar 13, 2026 9:20 pm - The Hoppin’ for Hanover free Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Youth Center, 899 Jay St. in Elgin. Part...
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Oak Brook Park District’s Gateway Gators advance four squads to Special Olympics state tournamentMar 13, 2026 9:07 pm - Four Gateway Gators basketball teams (Red, Yellow, White, and Blue) won gold at the Special Olympics Illinois Region C Basketball Qualifier in February and advanced to the state tournament on March 14-15, while the Green team narrowly missed advancement despite strong effort.