Kane County
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Is there still a need to police offensive school nicknames?Apr 17, 2025 6:09 pm - State legislators are pushing to ban school nicknames, mascots and imagery viewed as derogatory toward Native Americans. But is such a bill even necessary anymore?
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Elgin Symphony’s string quartet to perform at St. Charles libraryApr 17, 2025 5:48 pm - St. Charles Public Library hosts Elgin Symphony Orchestra String Quartet, part of Sunday Concert Series bringing free, donor-funded shows to foster community appreciation of symphonic works.
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Geneva hosts free Bike Rodeo May 4Apr 17, 2025 5:30 pm - Kids can test riding skills, get safety tips, and more at Geneva's free May 4 Bike Rodeo, featuring helmet and bike checks, repairs, safety lessons, and a fun bike obstacle course.
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Batavia Boardwalk Shops returns May 9 for sixth season of diverse, locally made goodsApr 17, 2025 5:01 pm - The annual Batavia Boardwalk Shops opens May 9, featuring 10 local vendors selling handmade goods, treats, apparel, and more in downtown Batavia.
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Four men charged in connection with residential burglary in Long GroveApr 17, 2025 4:34 pm - Four men were jailed after being charged in connection with a burglary at a Long Grove home Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
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CASA Kane County launches collaborative effort to reduce number of children in foster careApr 17, 2025 4:31 pm - Dramatic rise in children entering foster care prompts CASA Kane County to launch collaboration focused on family support and resources.
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Shop local during Made in Elgin Spring Pop-Up Market SaturdayApr 17, 2025 4:30 pm - You can shop locally for things produced locally during the Made in Elgin Spring Pop-Up Market Saturday.
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Write-in candidates fall short in District 211 electionApr 17, 2025 1:25 pm - A pair of write-in candidates’ votes appeared to not seriously threaten the balloted candidates in the April 1 election for three available seats on the Palatine-Schaumburg High School District 211 board of education, according to the still unofficial tally.
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Elgin architect captures Fox Valley’s historic charm in watercolorsApr 17, 2025 11:46 am - After successful architecture career, Chuck Cassell started to paint detailed watercolors of Fox Valley's historic houses and donating over 100 paintings to local museums.
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Batavia tables dam removal study, seeks more optionsApr 17, 2025 11:35 am - Batavia City Council members could not agree this week on whether to take the first step toward removing the city’s dam from the Fox River.