Rick West
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Portion of Lords Park in Elgin designated as pesticide-freeMay 17, 2021 1:00 am - Elgin has designated three acres of turf grass at Lords Park as herbicide- and pesticide-free. The area, at the northeast corner of the park, will be maintained with nat...
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'I had a lot of emotions that night': Elgin couple make final, get engaged on 'Pooch Perfect'May 14, 2021 1:00 am - It was the romantic gesture of childhood dreams. Holding girlfriend Alyssa Kasiba's hands, Justin Dorn told her, “I know you wanted something very special and unforgett...
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Elgin council swears in four members, says goodbye to Gavin and LopezMay 13, 2021 5:30 am - The Elgin City Council welcomed two new members and said goodbye to two others during Wednesday's swearing-in ceremony. Newcomers Dustin Good and Steve Thoren joined in...
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'Kind of nervous but excited': Elgin girl the first 12-year-old vaccinated at Sherman HospitalMay 13, 2021 1:00 am - Saying she was “kind of nervous, but excited,” Geneva Dadabo of Elgin sat down in front of a specially placed promotional hospital backdrop Thursday to be the first 12-y...
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Elgin group brings focus to youth gambling risks with photo projectMay 11, 2021 5:33 am - The Coalition for a Safe & Healthy Elgin is turning its focus to youth gambling prevention. Literally. The group is partnering with the Illinois Association for Behavior...
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'Food hustler' bringing Latin flavors to new Elgin restaurantMay 09, 2021 1:00 am - Beatriz Cardona knew she wanted to cook from an early age, often playing kitchen as a young girl and making "food" in her yard from dirt. Fortunately for Elgin diners, h...
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South Elgin's Tuna Kahuna returning for 25th yearMay 07, 2021 1:00 am - After a 2020 pandemic break, South Elgin's annual Tuna Kahuna fishing contest is back for its 25th year. The free event, for kids 15 and younger, is scheduled for 9 to 1...
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Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra preps for final concert, next season's auditionsMay 06, 2021 1:00 am - As the Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra prepares to close the curtain on its 2020-21 season, preparations are well underway for the next. The EYSO will hold its third and ...
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Water main break in downtown Elgin causes traffic delaysMay 04, 2021 1:00 am - A water main break in downtown Elgin caused a few traffic headaches for commuters on Tuesday morning. The water main broke around 5 a.m. on Chicago Street just west of S...
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Former South Elgin public works building to become new home for Boys & Girls ClubMay 02, 2021 1:00 am - Cathy Russell, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Elgin, has a vision. “I fell in love with this spot when we walked in here,” Russell said, as she walked through the dingy for...