Articles filed under Communities
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Two new trustees join Schaumburg Township Library boardJun 04, 2025 11:55 am - Like most other local governments, the Schaumburg Township District Library last month swore in its newly elected trustees, who included two newcomers and a pair of returning incumbents.
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Huntley church volunteers for Adopt-A-Highway programJun 04, 2025 11:45 am - Looking for an additional way to give back to the community and help keep Huntley clean and beautiful, Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church has “adopted” the stretch ...
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Lombard Historical Society’s first Wedding Expo to feature fashion show with vintage and modern dressesJun 04, 2025 11:39 am - The Lombard Historical Society is hosting its first Wedding Expo on June 7, featuring historical venues, local vendors, fashion shows, and tours of the Victorian Cottage and Carriage House.
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Elgin hosts free concerts under the stars this summerJun 04, 2025 11:10 am - Get ready to dance and sing along this summer! Elgin brings back its free Thursday night concert series June 5-Aug. 14, with performances by the ESO Brass Quintet, Rosie & the Rivets, Libido Funk Circus and more.
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Good planning, proper plant selection best for insect controlJun 04, 2025 11:06 am - Practice integrated pest management in your garden to reduce the need for pesticides. Begin by choosing the proper plant for your site and using good planting practices such as amending the soil with compost and planting at the proper depth. When possible, select plants that are resistant to common diseases and give them the appropriate care to minimize problems.
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Suspect in killings of Streamwood sisters faces first-degree murder chargesJun 04, 2025 10:23 am - The man who authorities say fatally stabbed his two younger sisters last week in their Streamwood home faces two counts of first-degree murder. But defendant Jalonie Jenkins did not appear in court for his scheduled detention hearing.
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No charges in death of boy hit by relative’s carJun 04, 2025 10:20 am - No criminal charges will be filed against the person who hit and killed a 5-year-old boy in the driveway of the boy’s St. Charles home.
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Controversial marijuana dispensary near Bartlett day care center falls short of approval in tie voteJun 04, 2025 9:58 am - A controversial marijuana dispensary proposed near a Bartlett day care center failed to win village approval Tuesday when a tie vote of the trustees fell short of the four required for approval.
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Theo’s ‘Diana’ a tribute to beloved artistic directorJun 04, 2025 9:09 am - Brenda Didier, co-director/choreographer of Theo’s regional premiere of “Diana: The Musical,” suspected the show might be co-director Fred Anzevino’s last. It was, as the longtime Chicago-area theater veteran died April 28, days after rehearsals began. Didier and the creative team and cast proceeded with the show in his honor.
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Axe throwing anyone? Libertyville restaurant draws attention weeks before debutJun 04, 2025 8:46 am - Mid-July is the target opening for Up North Axe & Tap in downtown Libertyville but curious passersby already have been peering in the windows to get a look at what’s taking shape.