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How you can share in Elgin's Neighbor to Neighbor Day

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 11:05 PM - Two neighborhoods near downtown Elgin are hoping to dust the doldrums off foreclosed properties in a late-spring, large-scale cleanup project.
Preservation Month events are a nod to Elgin's roots

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 9:00 PM - On what are now densely-lined streets in Elgin's oldest neighborhoods, shaded boulevards were originally proposed and other more beau colic land uses were conceived, according to the city's first comprehensive plan written in 1917.
Elgin organizers hope trip to Springfield yields success

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 6:41 PM - Eyeing to sell a new message of community sustainability, securing new money and landing jobs before the state finalizes its new budget in March, Elgin is compiling a group maybe three times the size of its 2002 contingent to Springfield, when nearly 100 traveled to the state capitol.
Who or what has helped Elgin's image the most?

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 3:13 PM - Celebrating Elgin and its rich resources of people, organizations, projects and events is the focus of the 17th Annual Image Awards Ceremony at 6 p.m. on March 12.
Community of Readers seeks donations

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 1:06 PM - With the dawn of the New Year comes the opportunity to buy and donate books for First Community Bank's sixth annual Community of Readers program.
Elgin's Heritage Commission bringing history to life

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 10:50 AM - A treasure trove of hidden historical gems and stories from Elgin's past is coming to life this coming year, thanks to funding and new ideas from the city's Elgin Heritage Commission.
Elgin mulling energy-saving ideas

By Mark Billings
Nov 6, 2021 1:29 AM - Tumbling gas prices aren't keeping community organizers from discussing energy-saving ideas - or the future of Elgin for that matter.
Elgin stepping up again to serve forgotten

By Mark Billings
Nov 5, 2021 11:34 PM - Once again, the Elgin community is stepping up to serve the forgotten during Thanksgiving.
Artist flats may be coming to Elgin

By Mark Billings
Nov 5, 2021 9:38 PM - Downtown Elgin visionaries have long painted a picture of the old streets bustling with pedestrians and thriving with small businesses.
Elgin neighborhood group hosting Halloween party

By Mark Billings
Nov 5, 2021 5:43 PM - Elgin's North East Neighborhood Association, a group known for its Homes for the Holidays tours, is turning the tables on its main fundraiser by staging its first Monster Mash Bash Halloween Party this week.

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