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Friday, April 25th, 2025
Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Elgin’s Lakeshore Recycling Services extended the enrollment deadline for the Organic Cart Program to May 29 for June delivery—20% of households have already joined the effort. Those enrolling after May 29 will see their service start within one to two weeks in July. City of Elgin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Elgin Police Chief Ana Lalley was honored with the national Axon Visionary Leadership Award Tuesday in Phoenix for her innovative progressive policing methods—she donated the $5,000 award to the police union. Daily Herald
- ➤ Elgin city council discussed a recommendation from the sustainability commission to consider a ban on single-use plastic bags after Commission Chairman Tom Armstrong presented the idea on Wednesday. City Manager Rick Kozal said his staff will draft an ordinance mirroring an Illinois Senate bill that bans plastic bags starting in 2029 + most council members supported a ban over a fee. Daily Herald
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Blain's Farm & Fleet 70th Anniversary Celebration
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet - Elgin — Free entry — Celebrate 70 years with demos, giveaways, and a chance to win a branded UTV.
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One Fox Valley - Worship and Prayer
11:30 PM — Springs at South Elgin — Free entry — Young adults unite for a night of worship and prayer to lead the community out of darkness.
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Hire Spartans Job Fair
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Elgin Community College — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore your next career opportunity.
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Breastfeeding Support Group
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other mothers and share experiences during your breastfeeding journey.
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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 and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
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Bad Penny Acoustic Performance
7-10 p.m. — Rookie’s Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic tunes by Bad Penny on the patio this evening.
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Mother’s Day Weekend Celebration at Jimmy’s Charhouse
11 a.m. — Jimmy's Charhouse — Reservations recommended — Treat mom to a weekend of delicious Prime Rib and Surf & Turf specials.
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U.S. Women's Open Qualifying Tournament
36-hole stroke play — Elgin Country Club — Entry via registration — Compete for a cherished spot in the prestigious U.S. Women's Open.
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Breastfeeding Support Group
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with fellow moms for support on your breastfeeding journey.
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Total Joint Replacement Class
5-6 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Gain insights into your total joint replacement journey with essential preparation and education.
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