Good morning, Elgin.

The Schepers family thanked police divers and Cold Case Unit detectives on Wednesday after divers found Karen Schepers’ remains 42 years after she went missing from Carpentersville on a night out with friends—divers also recovered her yellow 1980 Toyota Celica license plate, her Class of 1977 Sycamore High tassel and her sapphire birthstone ring.

Karen Schepers was found after 42 years when Cold Case Unit divers recovered her remains from the Fox River and located her yellow 1980 Toyota Celica on March 24th (which held her personal items like a tassel and sapphire ring) as her family praised the recovery as an incredible miracle.

After the sudden passing of Risé Jones, founder of Hamilton Wings, Seigle Foundation renewed its funding at last year’s amount without a formal grant submission — a decision made to honor her memory while supporting art programs that help students build leadership and academic skills.

Guest violinist Samuel Vargas—an award-winning performer—will join the Elgin Symphony Orchestra to play Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto on April 5 at 7:30 p.m. and April 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin while Music Director Chad Goodman gives a free pre-concert talk one hour before each show.

Today, the EPA begins a federal cleanup project at the former Silbert Watch Co. site at 1409 Dundee Ave. to remove radium-contaminated soil left by watch dial production, and crews will transport 10 to 15 truckloads of debris to a licensed hazardous waste facility—cleanup is expected to finish by early summer if weather permits—with final radiation tests to confirm safety.

REV Entertainment — a Texas-based group — announced themselves as the new owners of the Cougars at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva on Wednesday morning and said fans should expect no change in ticket prices or team atmosphere.

Local officials — including Mayor Kevin Burns and Kane County Treasurer Chris Lauzen — attended the event.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt

6:30-9 p.m. — Jim Hansen Park — Free entry — Search for glowing eggs in a fun night-time adventure at the baseball fields.

Free In-Person Coding Workshop for Kids

10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — 495 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL — Free entry — Let your child explore the world of coding and robotics in an engaging workshop designed for ages 7-14.

Easter Brunch at Holiday Inn & Suites Elgin

10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. — Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago Northwest - Elgin — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch pattern to please your palate.

Beyond Baby Blues Support Group

12 AM – 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other mothers to support mental health in a welcoming environment.

Elgin Elks Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic

2-4 p.m. — OrthoIllinois — Free entry — Benefit from essential orthopedic assessments and support for children's health.

Trivia Night at Village Pizza & Pub

6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your knowledge and enjoy great food and drinks in a cozy pub atmosphere.