Harry Hitzeman
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Some concerned about speed in hiring new Elgin city managerMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - When Elgin City Manager Femi Folarin revealed his plans to retire by June, it did not surprise too many people. But what did come as a surprise was the announcement that...
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Range of views on whether to expand parking restrictions in ElginMar 13, 2009 11:00 pm - So it's cold, you're tired from work and you just want to curl up on the couch and watch Conan or Letterman. But before you do that, you have to go out and move your car...
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Veterans lead volunteers in Elgin's image awardsMar 12, 2009 11:00 pm - Area veterans took center stage Thursday night, taking home three of the 11 annual Elgin Image Awards. Donald Sleeman, a Korean War veteran who has volunteered since 195...
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Gilberts village president hopefuls offer contrast on developmentMar 12, 2009 11:00 pm - The candidates for Gilberts village president have different views on development. One is saying he's basically "been there, done that" and can do it again. The other in...
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Elgin mayor chats with residents onlineMar 11, 2009 11:00 pm - In a wide-ranging Internet chat Wednesday night, Elgin Mayor Ed Schock answered questions from residents about the economy, new restaurants and whether he will seek a th...
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Elgin murder suspect found dead downstateMar 10, 2009 11:00 pm - The suspect in the weekend slaying of a 31-year-old Elgin man was found dead this morning from an apparent suicide at a downstate highway rest stop. Illinois State Polic...
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Elgin police seek roommate in slayingMar 09, 2009 11:00 pm - Elgin police believe an argument between two roommates resulted in the city's second murder of the year. Authorities have issued a warrant for Jerimie L. Hoppe, 31, for ...
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Elgin cracking down on public drinkingMar 08, 2009 11:00 pm - Elgin's downtown Festival Park has been a great draw and gathering place for community events. It also has served as a magnet for some public drunks, bums and loitering....
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Elgin mayor to address city with new Web chatMar 05, 2009 10:00 pm - Next Wednesday, March 11, Elgin Mayor Ed Schock will deliver a State of the City address on the city's Web site, cityofelgin.org, and take questions from people during a...
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Elgin housing program big winner in federal grant handoutsMar 05, 2009 10:00 pm - As Elgin city leaders take on the yearly task of doling out federal grant dollars, some already are looking to improve the process for next year. Three out of every five...