Will County Submitted Content
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Nicor Gas highlights safe digging on National 811 DayAug 11, 2026 11:40 am - Nicor Gas reminds homeowners, contractors and communities across Northern Illinois to prioritize safety by contacting 811 before beginning any digging project. National 811 Day, observed each year on Aug. 11, highlights the importance of knowing what’s below before breaking ground.
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DuPage seeking residents’ input on ride servicesAug 10, 2026 1:21 pm - DuPage County and the Regional Transportation Authority are conducting a survey to improve on-demand ride services like Uber, Lyft, and Ride DuPage for county residents.
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SBA offers low-interest loans to Kane County residents affected by July stormsAug 10, 2026 12:53 pm - The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved a disaster declaration for the severe storms and flooding that impacted six counties in northeastern Illinois from July 2-4, 2026.
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DuPage Forest Preserve District’s green initiatives featured at Lombard Garden Club meetingAug 07, 2026 12:08 pm - DuPage Forest Preserve District President Dan Hebreard will speak about the district's benefits to residents and visitors at the Lombard Garden Club meeting on Aug. 28. Hebreard, with over 20 years of experience with the district, will offer an in-depth overview on the many benefits the district brings to DuPage County residents and visitors.
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Hope Echoes on the River charity bike ride returns Aug. 30 to benefit CASA Kane CountyAug 06, 2026 11:31 pm - The Hope Echoes on the River charity bike ride returns Aug. 30 in Geneva, offering 10-, 35- and 65-mile routes along the Fox River to raise $250,000 for CASA Kane County, which advocates for children in foster care. Registration ranges from $20-$125, includes commemorative items. The event features post-ride festivities with food, drinks, and live music.
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Alleluia! Lutheran Church shares ‘A Ton of Love’ with Loaves & FishesAug 06, 2026 10:36 pm - Alleluia! Lutheran Church in Naperville topped their ambitious summer goal of collecting one ton of food and household goods for Loaves & Fishes Community Services, ultimately gathering 2,535 pounds of donations over five weeks, surpassing their target by more than 25%.
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College of DuPage launches data analytics degree to meet workforce demandAug 06, 2026 12:03 am - College of DuPage's new data analytics degree prepares students for careers in one of the fastest-growing fields, with data-related jobs in northeastern Illinois projected to grow 18% and nationwide data scientist positions expected to increase 34% by 2034.
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‘Unwavering spirit’: Fest celebrating Mexican culture returns to Glendale HeightsAug 05, 2026 11:39 am - The Monarch Butterfly Festival returns to Glendale Heights on Friday, Aug. 7, featuring Mexican music, food, and cultural performances.
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Monarch Butterfly Festival takes flight again with free cultural celebration at Glendale Heights’ Camera ParkAug 04, 2026 4:22 pm - The Monarch Butterfly Festival returns to Glendale Heights on Friday, Aug. 7, featuring Mexican music, food, and cultural performances. This year's "Cultural Resistance" theme showcases renowned artists creating live murals, Mexican rock bands Los Corb and El Circo, Aztec dance groups, and bilingual theater.
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Lisle celebrates America’s 250th on July 29 with rescheduled fireworks showJul 29, 2026 4:22 pm - Lisle's America 250 Fireworks Show has been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 29, at 9 p.m.