Rick West
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'They realize that we're not so different': Elgin Symphony Orchestra CEO teaches violin in IraqSep 04, 2023 5:30 am - After watching and listening to the young violinist practice, Elgin Symphony Orchestra CEO Marc Thayer gave him some encouragement and a few suggestions before wishing h...
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Raise a glass for a good cause at Illinois Brews @ Bowes CreekSep 01, 2023 1:00 am - Beer lovers can throw back a few cold ones for a good cause next weekend during the Elgin Parks & Recreation Foundation's 12th Illinois Brews @ Bowes Creek fundraiser. T...
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Elgin man arrested in PNC Bank branch robberyAug 31, 2023 1:00 am - An Elgin man has been charged in federal court with robbing a PNC Bank branch in mid-August. Devonte M. Eaton, 30, was arrested Tuesday and is in federal custody pending...
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Raising a glass to sobriety: The Graceful Ordinary's Sip & Support fundraiser supports hospitality workers' mental healthAug 30, 2023 11:00 pm - The Graceful Ordinary owners Chris and Megan Curren know all too well the struggles that restaurant industry employees face. They've seen it themselves for all their...
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Popular Mexican restaurant and bar in Geneva announce closuresAug 30, 2023 1:00 am - A popular stop in Geneva for drinks and Mexican food will soon close permanently. Sergio's Cantina and 1910 Geneva, both located on the corner of State Street and Route ...
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From Howard U. to Elgin: Police internship welcomes students from historically Black collegesAug 28, 2023 5:30 am - Ayiana Newcombe won't have to look far for a job when she graduates from Howard University in a couple of years. A recent internship with the Elgin Police Department mad...
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Surf beats turf in Chicago taco battle on 'GMA'Aug 27, 2023 11:00 pm - Surf defeated turf Monday morning as "Good Morning America" kicked off its "United States of Tacos" series in Chicago. Taylor's Tacos and their "Sexy, Crispy Shrimp...
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Funky little shack: Home to Atlas Chicken Shack in Geneva celebrates unusual 100th anniversaryAug 27, 2023 1:00 am - Some people see a dilapidated one hundred and who-knows how many years old shack on a prime retail lot and immediately think about tearing it down. Lawrence Colburn imme...
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Prince of Poultry makes this picture a winnerAug 25, 2023 1:00 am - When you're photographing a turkey leg-eating contest and the guy who wins is wearing a shirt that says "Meat Sweats," you know you're living right. This year's Taste of...
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'GMA' will stop in Chicago Monday on its 'United States of Tacos' tourAug 24, 2023 11:00 pm - Chicago will be the first stop on the “United States of Tacos” series Monday morning as “Good Morning America” goes on a four-city tour looking for the country's top tac...