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Shepherd of the Prairie to host Lutheran Social Services CEO for LSSI Sunday

Submitted by Pat Szpekowski
May 13, 2026 9:56 am - Mark Stutrud, president and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, will celebrate LSSI Sunday on May 17, at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley.This special day highlights the ministry and mission of LSSI and the life-changing work it carries out across Illinois.
Harper College marks construction milestone with beam-signing for new Business and Social Sciences Building

Submitted by the Harper College News Bureau
May 11, 2026 1:59 pm - Harper College marked a major construction milestone on April 28 with a beam-signing ceremony for its new Business and Social Sciences Building.
The science behind prescribed burns: Restoring native ecosystems through fire

Submitted by Forest Preserves of Cook County
May 09, 2026 3:00 am - Prescribed fire is one of the most important tools used by the Forest Preserves of Cook County to care for prairies, woodlands and savannas.
Forest Preserves Police takes patrols to the trails

Submitted by Forest Preserves of Cook County
May 08, 2026 3:58 pm - Bike patrols in the Forest Preserves of Cook County bring officers out of their patrol cars and into the landscape where people walk, ride and explore
Elgin Police Department honored with Marklund Community Partner Award

By Dawn Lassiter-Brueske, Marklund
May 07, 2026 1:32 pm - The Elgin Police Department received a Community Partner Award from Marklund, a nonprofit serving people with developmental disabilities, for their volunteer work including holiday giving and classroom visits.
College of Lake County names James Beckom as Chief Financial Officer

Submitted by the College of Lake County
May 06, 2026 2:50 pm - College of Lake County has appointed James Beckom as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Business Services and Finance, approved by the CLC Board of Trustees at its April 28 meeting.
Kane County Coroner urges motorcycle safety during Awareness Month

Submitted by Kane County Coroner’s Office
May 04, 2026 12:08 pm - Kane County Coroner Monica Silva warns drivers and motorcyclists about safety risks during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May, noting that while motorcycles account for only 1.1% of crashes in Illinois, they represent 13.5% of all traffic fatalities according to 2023 IDOT statistics.
McHenry County Conservation District honors four leaders with 2026 Legacy and Champion Awards

By Maddy Neubauer, McHenry County Conservation District
May 04, 2026 11:37 am - McHenry County Conservation District recently honored four individuals for their exceptional contributions to local conservation efforts: Wayne Schennum and Steve Weller with the Conservation Legacy Award, and Ders Anderson and Nancy Williamson with the Conservation Champion Award.
Free yard signs available to promote 988 Suicide Crisis Lifeline in Kane County

Submitted by Kane County Health Department
May 01, 2026 11:44 am - The Kane County Health Department launches awareness campaign for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by distributing free yard signs from May through September, following research showing 11% decline in youth suicide deaths since the hotline's launch.
World-renowed organist bringing Bach, gospel to historic Elgin church May 8

By David Lincoln, Fox Valley Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
Apr 29, 2026 4:32 pm - On Friday, May 8, internationally acclaimed organist Alcée Chriss III will perform at First Congregational Church in Elgin. The concert will feature works by Bach, Rameau, Price, Reger, and his own gospel hymn improvisations.

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