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K. Hollis Jewelers marks 21 years with estate jewelry showcaseMar 30, 2026 2:25 pm - Batavia-based K. Hollis Jewelers will celebrate its 21st anniversary with a special event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 11 at 2030 Main St. in Batavia.
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Forest Preserves Board approves two land acquisitionsMar 30, 2026 2:20 pm - On Wednesday, March 11, the Lake County Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners approved two land acquisitions totaling about 38.3 acres.
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Athlete and volunteer nominations sought for Northbrook Park District’s Hall of FameMar 30, 2026 2:02 pm - The Northbrook Park District recognizes extraordinary local athletes and volunteers through its Hall of Fame, and encourages community members to submit their nominations for the next class of inductees by April 30.
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Fire destroys detached garage in Hampshire SaturdayMar 30, 2026 1:42 pm - A detached garage was destroyed during a fire Saturday in Hampshire.
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No injuries, but garage and two vehicles destroyed in Aurora fireMar 30, 2026 1:42 pm - No one was injured, but two vehicles and a detached garage were destroyed in an early morning fire on Monday in Aurora.
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Wheaton French market returns April 11Mar 30, 2026 1:41 pm - Oh la la! Wheaton’s French market kicks off the season Saturday, April 11.
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Police: Addison man was driving drunk with child in carMar 30, 2026 12:54 pm - An Addison man has been charged with driving drunk while having a child in the back seat of his vehicle.
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Richardson Farm Tulip Fest expected to open in late AprilMar 30, 2026 12:45 pm - At the Richardson Farm Tulip Fest, visitors can count on more than 1 million vibrant blooms in over 75 varieties, with the latest of them planted in the flowing shape of a butterfly across 10 lakeside acres.
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Aurora’s revived RiverEdge Park announces summer lineupMar 30, 2026 12:42 pm - Cheap Trick, The Beach Boys, UB40 and local favs Poi Dog Pondering are among the bands scheduled to perform in Aurora this summer when RiverEdge Park reopens after a year-long renovation.
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St. Charles installing new water meters, workers no longer have to come by homes for readingsMar 30, 2026 11:54 am - Soon, St. Charles residents will no longer need to have workers come into their homes to read their water meters. A city project is upgrading systems to make the work a little more hands-off.