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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of people lined Kimball Street in Elgin on Thursday to join the 'Good Trouble Lives On' protest that honored John Lewis and called for voting rights and civil liberties. Local residents, including Janet Vercelli, said it was their 12th protest and that they opposed current government policies + they carried signs supporting immigrants, workers' rights, and public education. Shaw Local
- ➤ Amazon donated over 1,500 backpacks to Project Backpack — Elgin Community College’s annual drive to supply school supplies to students in need. The event will include free physical and dental clinics on Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Building J, 1700 Spartan Drive. Daily Herald
- ➤ Hundreds gathered in Elgin Thursday afternoon as part of the nationwide 'Good Trouble Lives On' protests, carrying signs & chanting to express their concerns. This event highlighted the community’s role in a movement for civic change. Shaw Local
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A resident in the 9N800 block of South Leland Court in unincorporated Elgin reported a shipment of chemicals on July 16 at 4:15 p.m., prompting the Kane County Sheriff’s Office to call in the bomb squad—officials say the investigation is ongoing but there is no public threat. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ The Kane County sheriff’s bomb squad investigated chemicals reported at around 4:16 p.m. on July 17 in the 9N800 block of South Leland Court near Elgin—deputies discovered extra chemicals on the property—and officials said there is no threat to the public. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New wedge barriers installed in downtown Elgin will be raised on Riverside Drive every Friday at 3 p.m. and lowered Monday at 6 a.m. until Oct. 12 to create a pedestrian-only zone for weekend events + barriers on South Grove Avenue will be activated only during large events. Daily Herald
- ➤ Kane County is launching a pilot program that offers free smart sprinkler systems to high water users to help cut water use and protect long-term groundwater supplies—smart sprinklers can lower consumption by up to 47%. The program is part of the county's broader 2040 Energy Plan aimed at conserving water as local aquifers decline. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
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Childbirth and Newborn Care: 1-Day Express
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Cost information not provided — Comprehensive class covering all aspects of labor, delivery, and newborn care.
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South Elgin Summer Concert Series
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Panton Mill Park — Free entry — Enjoy the energetic Second Hand Soul Band bringing you the best of Motown, Funk, & Soul.
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Apex Gear Service Ribbon Cutting Celebration
11 AM – 1 PM — Apex Gear Service, Inc. — Free entry — Celebrate milestones with food, refreshments, and a chance to connect with the community.
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Open Mic Night at Lords Park Pavilion
7-10 p.m. — Lords Park Pavilion — Free entry — Celebrate local talent with music, poetry, and comedy under the stars.
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Childbirth and Newborn Care Series
6-9 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Cost varies — Explore comprehensive childbirth and newborn care topics in this two-session series.
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Uncaged in the Zoo: Deb the Frog Lady
12:30 – 1:30 PM — Lords Park Zoo — Free entry — Discover fascinating amphibians and reptiles with Deb the Frog Lady in this engaging summer program.
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Free In-Person Coding Workshop for Kids
11 AM – 6 PM — 495 Airport Rd — Free entry — Kids aged 7-14 can explore robotics and math in a fun, interactive environment.
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Nature in Your Neighborhood
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Lords Park Zoo — Free entry — Enjoy a fun storytime and craft session featuring bison at the final program of the zoo season.
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Lords Park Zoo Historical Discovery
1-3 p.m. — Lords Park Zoo — Admission details not specified — Explore the zoo's fascinating history while creating crafts inspired by its early animal residents.
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Breathing Techniques for Labor and Delivery
6-8 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Cost info not provided — Learn breathing, relaxation, and massage techniques for comfort during labor.
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