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Elgin
Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Restaurateur Matthew Habib reopened Legit Dogs & Ice in a strip mall at 322 Randall Road in South Elgin this week — the revamped spot features punk rock style, graffiti art by local skaters, free retro video games and a menu of hot dogs, burgers and shaved ice that recalls his original food truck concept. Daily Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Elgin police found Karen Schepers’ canary yellow Toyota Celica in the Fox River on Monday and later recovered skeletal remains inside it, yet many still wonder why the river was not searched when she vanished on April 16, 1983 after celebrating with coworkers at a Carpentersville bar. Kane County Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour will visit First Presbyterian Church at 240 Standish St in Elgin on Sunday, March 30 at 4 p.m. The tour will show a tracker organ built in 1979 by W. Zimmer — one of only three in Elgin — and feature works by Bach, Pachelbel, and Mendelssohn played by Jeff Neufeld with the church choir and piano-organ duets by Joshua Myatzaw while admission is free with a freewill offering for the immigrant ministry fund. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
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Karaoke Night at Johnny's Supper Club
7-10 p.m. | Johnny's Supper Club | Free entry | Show off your vocal skills or cheer on your friends at this fun-filled karaoke night.
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One Collective Community 5K
5-7 p.m. — Light Lounge at Vern's — Cost varies — Participate in a transformative 5K walk to raise funds for local community initiatives.
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Elgin Coin Club Spring Coin Show
The Elgin Coin Club Spring Coin Show features over 50 tables for browsing, buying, selling, and trading various coins and currency, along with free appraisals and hourly door prizes.
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Elgin Scavenger Hunt Adventure
1-10 p.m. | Downtown Elgin | Ticket required | Explore hidden treasures and fascinating stories of Elgin while completing fun challenges with friends and family.
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Donation Drop for Animal Rescue
6:30-7:30 p.m. | Hoof Woof & Meow Animal Rescue Inc | Donations welcomed | Help support local animal rescue by donating much-needed supplies and even recycling sneakers.
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Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub
6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your trivia skills with friends and enjoy great food in a cozy atmosphere.
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Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub
6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your knowledge and win prizes while enjoying great food and drinks.
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Karaoke Night at Johnny's Supper Club
7-10 p.m. — Johnny's Supper Club — Free admission — Unleash your inner diva and enjoy a fun-filled karaoke night with friends.
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Drug-Free Dash 5K Run and Walk
8 AM — Gail Borden Public Library District: Main Library — Registration Required — Participate in a family-friendly 5K and 2-mile walk promoting a drug-free lifestyle.
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Open House at 3610 Reddington Circle
1-3 p.m. — 3610 Reddington Circle — $394,900 — Discover a stunning ranch home in Highland Woods with resort-style living and everyday convenience.
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