Sunday, May 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Joshua Tree Community in Geneva received a 12-seat passenger van from generous donors to help safely transport its participants. The nonprofit, which serves intellectually disabled adults, said the van will be used for daily group activities—like field trips and volunteer outings. Kane County Chronicle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A nurse from Advocate Sherman Hospital, Ashley Huizar, and four colleagues were on their way to a work conference when a wrong route led them near a two-car crash on Route 64—First Street near Sycamore in rural DeKalb County, where Huizar stopped to help a driver whose heart had stopped and performed CPR until paramedics arrived. Daily Herald
- ➤ Around midnight Friday, a two-vehicle crash on I-90 near Harmony Road in McHenry County injured eight people—seven were treated at the scene and one was taken to an Elgin hospital after an Infiniti hit a Camry and rolled over, blocking the left lane until about 1 a.m. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Elgin Newsletter May/June edition was posted on May 10th by the Gail Borden Public Library and offers updates on local projects including the Hemmens Cultural Center expansion scheduled for May 18th — and sewer repairs set to disrupt traffic starting May 12th. City of Elgin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The DeRosa family of South Elgin created the Mary DeRosa Charity—named to honor their late mother—to help mothers battling metastatic breast cancer. They awarded a $2,000 grant to Christina Keasler from St. Charles at the Delnor Cancer Center, marking their first support gesture. Kane County Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub
6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your trivia skills and compete for prizes in a cozy pub atmosphere.
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Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub
6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza & Pub Elgin — Free to play — Gather your smartest friends and test your trivia skills for a chance to become the champ.
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Beyond Baby Blues Support Group
12 AM – 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other moms and support your mental health in a weekly group setting.
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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 knowledge and enjoy great food in a cozy pub atmosphere.
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The B96 Mixmaster's 'Back to the 90s' Party
8 PM – 12 AM — Old Republic Kitchen + Bar — $22 presale, $25 at the door — Dance to legendary throwback jams under the stars with Chicago's top DJs.
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Open House at 3650 Thornhill Drive
12-2 p.m. — 3650 Thornhill Drive — Free entry — Explore a beautifully designed home in Bowes Creek Country Club with luxurious living spaces and modern amenities.
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Beyond Baby Blues Support Group
12 AM - 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — A supportive group for mothers to connect and discuss mental health challenges.
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