Good morning, Elgin.

Elgin police arrested 18-year-old Brandon C.

Franklin from South Holland on Tuesday on first-degree murder charges related to a fatal shooting on March 16—his pretrial detention hearing is set for Friday.

Mary Alice and Michael Benoit transformed the former Elks Lodge at 18 Villa St. into The Lodge Performing Arts Center by holding a grand opening gala that featured a production of 'Jesus Christ Superstar.' The venue—serving as the permanent home for Students on Stage and point2point productions—will host six shows in 2025 and be available for other theater groups as further renovations expand its seating capacity.

On Thursday afternoon, the South Elgin softball team beat St. Charles North 5—0 with strong pitching by Anna Kiel and timely hitting from Emma Bell, advancing to the championship game.

The team will play St. Charles East in Friday's game at 4:30 p.m.

Total Joint Replacement Class

5-6 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Learn about your total joint replacement journey with essential education and home preparation tips.

Business Networking Event

10-11:15 a.m. — Moretti's Elgin — Cost not specified — A chance to connect with fellow professionals and grow business relationships.

Dining and Music at Rookies

7:30 p.m. — Rookies Sports Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy incredible food and feel-good music in a casual outdoor setting.

Adoption Event at South Elgin Petco

11 AM – 3 PM — Petco — Free entry — Experience a day of fun with adoptable pets, food trucks, games, and giveaways.

Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub

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

Open House at Honey Bee Acres

4-7 p.m. — 41W072 Bowes Road — $1,200,000 — Explore this horse lover's paradise complete with custom home and equestrian facilities.

CSB Baseball Illinois College Showcase

9 AM – 2 PM — Judson University — $175 per player — An opportunity for high school athletes to showcase their skills to college coaches and receive recruiting assistance.

Trivia Thursday at Village Pizza & Pub

6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Compete for prizes in a fun trivia night with friends over great food and drinks.

Breastfeeding Support Group

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with fellow moms and share your breastfeeding experiences in a supportive environment.

Breathing Techniques for Labor

6-8 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Learn breathing and relaxation techniques to enhance comfort during labor and delivery.