Wednesday, July 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elgin and Lakeshore Recycling Services will host a community recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 2 at the Elgin Public Works facility at 1900 Holmes Road. Participants will pay $20 per vehicle—proof of residency is required, and additional fees may apply for some large items. Daily Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Elgin Development Group has released a 12-page booklet that details business and residential trends, workforce data and job openings in Elgin, and mailed it to local developers and officials + it shows only 20.5% of residents work locally. The booklet will be available at the chamber’s office + online. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veronica Garcia-Martinez, a bilingual teacher from DeKalb and Cortland mother, announced her bid to unseat state Rep. Jeff Keicher in District 70 — she said her campaign aimed to protect education funding and support bilingual learners and students with disabilities. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ Petition packets for established party candidates running for local offices in the March 17, 2026 primary are available online and at the Kane County Clerk’s offices in Geneva and Aurora. The filing period runs from Oct. 27 to Nov. 3, 2025 + simultaneous filings occur at 8:30 a.m. on Oct. 27 and between 4 and 5 p.m. on Nov. 3. Kane County Chronicle
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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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Tim Gleason & the Whiskey Disco Band Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — South Elgin Parks & Rec Department — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music as part of the Summer Concert Series in Panton Mill Park.
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Birthing Center Tour
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Explore the Family Birthing Center and get answers to your questions about childbirth services.
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Childbirth and Newborn Care Express Class
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Registration Required — A comprehensive in-person class covering all aspects of labor, delivery, and newborn care.
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