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Fun, traditions launch new school year at Woodlands AcademyAug 27, 2025 2:08 pm - Students, faculty and staff reporting for the first day of classes at Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart on Tuesday, Aug. 26, were greeted by various spirited signage and decorations inside and outside the building.
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Oktoberfest in Libertyville returns for two days of festive fun Sept. 19-20Aug 27, 2025 1:44 pm - Get ready to raise your steins and celebrate. Oktoberfest in Libertyville returns to the heart of downtown Libertyville for two days of Bavarian fun, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19-20.
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Lake County Forest Preserves adds new Winthrop Harbor Site, expands Kestrel Ridge PreserveAug 27, 2025 12:59 pm - On Wednesday, Aug. 13, the Lake County Forest Preserves’ Board of Commissioners approved the creation of a new preserve in far northeastern Lake County and the expansion of Kestrel Ridge Forest Preserve near Round Lake.
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Oak Trace residents prepare for their 21st Bike The DriveAug 27, 2025 12:46 pm - Chris Laperuto and Bill Roznowski have always believed in living life to the fullest, with their feet on the pedals and eyes on the road ahead. Now in their seventies and residents of Oak Trace senior living community in Downers Grove, the longtime Burr Ridge couple is as adventurous as ever, proving that an active lifestyle doesn’t slow down with age.
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Brushstrokes & Beats: Mundelein Arts Festival returns Sept. 6-7Aug 27, 2025 12:30 pm - The 14th Annual Mundelein Arts Festival returns from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 6-7, at Courtland Commons in downtown Mundelein, at the northeast corner of East Courtland Street and Seymour Avenue.
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Mentorship lifts first-generation scholars from District 211 to college successAug 27, 2025 11:49 am - With nearly 400 supporters in attendance, Excel Beyond 211 Dollars for Scholars, a nonprofit group assisting first-generation college students, celebrated the success of 27 recent college graduates.
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Geneva church welcomes new minister with a focus on community outreachAug 27, 2025 10:50 am - The Rev. Heather Connor joins Geneva United Methodist Church, bringing fresh ideas to engage all ages in spiritual growth, fellowship, and community service.
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Shepherd of the Prairie to present ‘Matthew 101’ adult education classAug 27, 2025 1:37 am - An adult education class on the Gospel of Matthew will be held on Oct. 4, at Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley.
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Folk festival brings music and storytelling to Geneva for Labor Day weekendAug 26, 2025 10:29 pm - The Fox Valley Folklore Society's annual festival features live music, storytelling, workshops, and family activities over Labor Day weekend. The festival showcases local, national, and international talent across six stages, with over 20 featured performers and artists.
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U-46 financial services department receives ‘Accent on Achievement’Aug 26, 2025 4:26 pm - Elgin Area School District U-46’s financial services department was honored with an “Accent on Achievement” during the Aug. 18 board of education meeting for its excellent work in presenting the district’s budget.