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‘Put the NUNS in Charge!’ comedy show in West Dundee Feb 27, 2015 11:56 PM
Pat Szpekowski, APR Enjoy an entertaining evening and reminder of Catholic life as the National Catholic Society of Foresters presents the irreverent and nostalgic show “Put the NUNS in charge!” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 11, in the St. Catherine of Siena School gym in West Dundee.
Is Streamwood the connection to a 31-year-old North Carolina cold case? Feb 27, 2015 5:30 AM
By Melissa Silverberg and Katlyn Smith Does the solution to a 31-year-old North Carolina cold case lie in Streamwood? Law enforcement and child welfare authorities hope a newly reconstructed photo of a teenager — who died in 1984 and who may have attended Streamwood High School — will help identify him, and finally close the case.
Northwest suburban police blotter Feb 25, 2015 1:00 AM
By Freida Gad An Arlington Heights resident was scammed out of $999 around 9:33 a.m. Feb. 23 after he received a phone call from someone claiming to be from the Internal Revenue Service. The victim was told that he owned back taxes and was instructed to purchase money orders from Walmart and Jewel. The resident sent $999 at a Walmart, but when he went to Jewel, an employee realized it was a scam.
Elgin church to give away monthly food baskets Feb 26, 2015 7:21 PM
Rusty Wimberly A new church in Elgin is giving away food baskets to help those going through a rough patch. “Sometimes you just need a few extras to get you through the month,” says Elgin City Church Pastor Rusty Wimberly. On the first Sunday of every month, instead of providing full meals, the church will be providing those who come visit with a bag or baskets of the essentials of bread, milk and eggs.
Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Feb 26, 2015 11:11 AM
Valinda Rowe The Illinois State Rifle Association and IllinoisCarry.com will be sponsoring their annual Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD) on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 in Springfield, IL.
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend Feb 24, 2015 7:32 PM
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois On Feb. 27 to March 1, Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, along with its sister councils across the country, will participate in National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, a celebration of all the fun and excitement girls have selling Girl Scout Cookies. News: National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend will give girls in northern Illinois a chance to show off their cookie-selling skills by participating in booth and direct sales throughout the area.
Streamwood taking orders for parkways trees until Feb. 27 Feb 24, 2015 5:36 PM
Daily Herald report The village of Streamwood is offering residents a discount on parkway trees that will be planted for the spring season. Eight species are available, starting at $120. The village and residents split, 50/50, the cost of the trees.
The Weight to bring the music of The Band to ECC on March 13 Feb 25, 2015 6:37 PM
Elgin Community College The Weight, a five-piece ensemble featuring members of The Band, The Levon Helm Band and the Rick Danko Group, will honor and perform the music of one of the most influential bands of the 20th century on Friday, March 13. The performance will begin at 7 p.m. at the Elgin Community College Arts Center.
Breaking the Code Feb 23, 2015 10:17 AM
Cindy Sarkady Breaking the Code (BTC) is a research-based prevention simulation that highlights the existence and harmfulness of a hidden and unchallenged bullying social structure.
Crespo to host town hall meeting in Streamwood Feb 20, 2015 6:43 PM
Daily Herald report Democratic state Rep. Fred Crespo of Hoffman Estates will hold a town-hall meeting Feb. 23 to talk with 44th District residents about how the state should climb out of its financial hole.
Girl Scout Summer Camp offers adventure for all girls Feb 20, 2015 5:39 PM
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois Did you know that girls who regularly spend time outdoors more readily seek challenges and are better problem solvers than their peers? According to a recent study by the Girl Scout Research Institute, “More Than S’mores,” girls benefit immensely from time spent outdoors. In 2015, Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois will be offering summer camp to all girls — not just Girl Scouts — in first to 12th grade.
Northwest suburban police blotter Feb 18, 2015 5:17 PM
By Freida Gad Thieves stole the catalytic converters from four vehicles in Elk Grove Village around 2:40 a.m. Feb. 6. Value was estimated at $4,000.
Library to Hold Teen Job Fair Feb 18, 2015 7:25 AM
Susan Miura, Schaumburg Township District Library Library to Hold Teen Job Fair
Learn what it takes to get ideas into laws Feb 16, 2015 8:58 PM
Illinois 4-H 4-H members in Illinois will learn how ideas become law during a mock debate in the Chambers of the Illinois House of Representatives March 27-28 in Springfield. Delegates will debate mock bills using the same process used by real legislators in the Illinois House and Senate, including use of the House microphones and voting buttons to determine the fate of various bills. 4-H members who were at least 14 years of age by Sept. 1, 2014 may register online at go.illinois.edu/4hgreatdebate by March 13.
Unidentified Body Found in North Carolina Has Streamwood Connection Feb 17, 2015 1:00 AM

Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children's Facebook site, Help ID Me, recently contacted Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System to help spread the word to local resources in hopes that the young man might be identified. New technology helped to produce an image to show what the unidentified teenager may have looked like. Help give him back his name. John Doe is a Caucasian male between the ages of 15-20, who had short, light brown hair, stood five feet nine inches tall and weighed 171 pounds. He was wearing jeans, a blue plaid long-sleeved shirt, a brown jacket and sneakers. Investigators believe he was transient for some time prior to his death, and may have lost touch with relatives. They believe he spent time in Florida, Illinois and Tennessee before arriving in North Carolina. If you have any information, please call 1-800-THE-LOST. A complete story can be found by the Crossroads Chronicle here: http://www.crossroadschronicle.com/pages/full_story_free/push?article-Body+still+unidentified+after+31+years%20&id=26459663&instance=top_stories Link to National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HelpIDMe
TMA’s Zach Mottl Appointed to United States Manufacturing Panel Feb 16, 2015 7:20 AM
Scott McPherson TMA’s Zach Mottl Appointed to United States Manufacturing Panel
Kohl’s Cares to award $400,000 in scholarships Feb 12, 2015 10:59 AM
Submitted by Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program recently announced it will award nearly $400,000 in scholarships and prizes to more than 2,500 students who have made a positive impact on their communities.
The Literacy Connection needs volunteers Feb 12, 2015 10:52 AM
Submitted by The Literacy Connection The Literacy Connection needs more tutors. There are 163 adults who remain on the waiting list.
Northwest suburban police blotter Feb 12, 2015 4:46 PM
By Freida Gad Thieves stole a white 2006 Ford F250 pickup truck between Jan. 1 and 31 out of a business lot at 1800 S. Park Ave., Streamwood The truck had a red plow attached to the front and a salt spreader attached to the rear.
First Detector workshops share key insights on invasive species in Illinois Feb 12, 2015 8:13 PM
University of Illinois Extension More than 40 horticulture industry professionals and experienced gardeners learned about critical pest issues during the 2015 Illinois First Detector Workshop in Wheaton. Each year, the Illinois First Detector Program presents key information on invasive pests, diseases and plants through workshops in eight locations across Illinois, including the Feb. 3 event at Cantigny Gardens.