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Corn Fest and Craft Fair Aug. 1 at Community Church of Rolling MeadowsJul 13, 2026 1:20 pm - The 69th Annual Corn Fest and Craft Fair at Community Church of Rolling Meadows will return again this year in its traditional format. It will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, wit a Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission to the grounds is free.
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Redevelopment plan for former Allstate property in South Barrington moving forwardJul 13, 2026 1:12 pm - Redevelopment plans for the former Allstate Corp. headquarters near South Barrington took a key step forward late last week.
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Elburn man faces child pornography chargesJul 13, 2026 12:58 pm - An Elburn man has been charged with possessing and disseminating child sexual abuse materials.
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South Third Street to close July 25-26 for Geneva Arts FairJul 13, 2026 12:52 pm - The Geneva Arts Fair will be held July 25-26, requiring South Third Street between James and South streets to close to traffic starting at 5 p.m. July 24 for artist booth setup.
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St. Charles signals support for another TIF district for 7th Street propertyJul 13, 2026 12:30 pm - St. Charles aldermen are considering reviving a tax increment financing district to help develop a long-shuttered manufacturing site.
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Basin Loop Trail slated for renovation by Northbrook Park District starting in early AugustJul 13, 2026 12:18 pm - The Northbrook Park District will begin the renovation of the multi-use Basin Loop Trail at Techny Prairie Park and Fields on Aug. 3.
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Directors and actors embrace the challenge of 10-minute plays at GreenMan Theatre ‘8 to the Bar’ festJul 13, 2026 12:07 pm - GreenMan Theatre Troupe will present its sixth annual "8 to the Bar 2026" 10-Minute Play Festival featuring eight short plays on July 17-19 at Mystic Vines in Villa Park, showcasing new talent among actors and directors.
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Superheroes thrill kids of all ages at Villa Park’s Fourth of July ParadeJul 13, 2026 11:52 am - Villa Park hosted a Fourth of July parade that attracted a large crowd and featured entertaining characters including superheroes provided by Princess Lovie Entertainment in Lombard.
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Enjoy Vernon Hills Days July 16-19Jul 13, 2026 11:45 am - Food, rides, live music and more will come to Century Park when Vernon Hills Days returns Thursday through Sunday, July 16-19.
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Free smoke detector installation for Buffalo Grove residentsJul 13, 2026 11:36 am - The Buffalo Grove Fire Department is participating in the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance’s “Be Alarmed!” program by offering free smoke detector installations to all residents.