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Robert S. Lord, 54, pleaded guilty to felony aggravated fleeing and eluding a police officer and misdemeanor drunken driving after a domestic dispute on Sept.

15th, 2024 — he received a seven-year sentence with 472 days credited and an extended term due to his prior record.

The Winston Knolls Foundation for Thriving with Autism received a $15,000 grant from the Global Tech Impact Alliance to launch its STEAM Scholars Program — Igniting Autistic Minds through Interactive Learning, which will equip every classroom at the Elgin school with interactive whiteboards. The program will boost skills like communication, creativity, independence, and workforce readiness for students with autism.

Elgin officials announced that Route 25 will be resurfaced starting Monday, Aug 11, and that daytime lane closures will affect a 1.1-mile section of Dundee Avenue from Page Avenue to the Jane Adams Tollway.

The $2.8 million project—modernizing traffic signals and building new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps—will be mostly finished in late November with remaining work planned for spring.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Breastfeeding Basics Class

6:30 PM – 11:30 AM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Cost unspecified — Learn valuable tips for successful breastfeeding with expert guidance from certified lactation consultants.

FREE 5-Day Precious Metals and Collectibles Evaluation Event

10 AM-3 PM — Comfort Suites — Free entry — Evaluate your precious metals, coins, collectibles, jewelry, and antiques with specialists at no cost.

Nick Sanzeri Live at Rookies Elgin

5:08-11:08 p.m. — Rookies Sports Bar & Grill — Check for cover charge details — Nick Sanzeri keeps the party people satisfied with a lively music experience.