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Incoming scholars recognized during College of DuPage receptionJul 23, 2026 9:59 pm - College of DuPage recently recognized the 2026 incoming scholars during a recent reception held on the college’s Glen Ellyn campus.
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Explore nature, history at Fullersburg Days Aug. 1-2 in Oak BrookJul 23, 2026 6:03 pm - On Aug. 1-2, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is hosting Fullersburg Days, a free, two-day family event, in Oak Brook. Activities include making seed bombs and corn husk dolls, decorating buttons, self-guided history walks, corn-grinding demonstrations at Graue Mill, vintage yard games, and more.
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Registration opens for Marklund’s 14th annual Run, Walk & Roll-GenevaJul 23, 2026 4:57 pm - Marklund's 14th annual Run, Walk & Roll event returns to Geneva on Oct. 18, featuring an inclusive 5K race, 1-mile walk, and wheelchair racing division. The event supports individuals with developmental disabilities, with early bird registration available until Oct. 1.
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Junior Tour de Naperville returns Aug. 8 for young cyclistsJul 22, 2026 4:48 pm - The Naperville Park District will host the Junior Tour de Naperville on Saturday, Aug. 8 at Wolf's Crossing Community Park, where children ages 3-12 can ride bikes, tricycles, or big wheels on a 1.2-mile loop trail with staggered start times..
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Portion of Fox River Trail in Geneva to be closed for sewer workJul 22, 2026 1:15 pm - The Fox River Trail near Geneva's wastewater treatment plant will be closed for two months starting July 27 for sanitary sewer construction. A temporary gravel path will guide users through the treatment plant campus with safety fencing and signage.
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Excel Beyond 211 celebrates 27 new college graduatesJul 22, 2026 12:46 pm - With more than 400 supporters in attendance, Excel Beyond 211 Dollars for Scholars, a nonprofit group assisting first-generation college students, celebrated the recent success of 27 college graduates.
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Harper College joins nationally recognized Metallica Scholars Initiative as workforce education program expands to over 90 schoolsJul 22, 2026 12:31 pm - Harper has been selected to join Cohort 8 of the Metallica Scholars Initiative, a national workforce education program that supports community college students preparing for high-demand careers.
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Woodridge community celebrates local Special Olympics medalistJul 22, 2026 12:05 pm - Samantha “Sammy” Wagner, who has worked at the Woodridge McDonald’s location for 8 years, was celebrated by her employer and community after winning a bronze medal in the 4x400-meter relay at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
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Step back in time at Long Grove's Vintage Days July 25-26Jul 22, 2026 11:32 am - On July 25-26, Historic Downtown Long Grove invites visitors to step away from today's fast pace and spend a weekend celebrating craftsmanship, tradition and the simple pleasures of small-town life during its annual Vintage Days festival.
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Learn the art of storytelling with GreenMan Theatre’s 18th annual seriesJul 22, 2026 11:29 am - Elmhurst’s GreenMan Theatre hosts its 18th annual storytelling classes in August. The program includes morning "Introduction to Storytelling" classes covering folktales, personal stories, and urban legends, and afternoon "Advanced Storytelling" classes focusing on story development and writing.