Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
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🚨 Crime
Heather Unbehaun from Wheaton pleaded guilty to abducting her daughter after failing to return the child to her South Elgin father on July 5, 2017 (she fled first to Georgia then to Oregon and was arrested in March 2023) and remains free on bond while awaiting sentencing on Oct.
8.
🎓 Education
On Monday, August 11th, 33,000 students returned to class in Elgin’s U-46 School District.
The district extended school days by 20 minutes at 38 schools and planned to retire three elementary schools — Lowrie Elementary held its final flag-raising ceremony with the mayor and police chief expected to attend.
More than 33,000 students returned to U-46 schools Monday as the district started classes while three elementary schools—Washington and Lowrie in Elgin and Hanover Countryside in Streamwood—held their last first day before closing at the end of the school year.
The district is also upgrading its facilities with additions at Kenyon Woods and Kimball Middle Schools, a new middle school in Elgin scheduled for occupancy in August, and completed renovations at Hawk Hollow while preschool students will return on August 18.
🎉 Elgin Events
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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.
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.
Open House at Charming Ranch Home
4-6 p.m. — 2366 Nantucket Ln, Elgin, IL — Free entry — Explore a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom ranch in the desirable Willow Bay neighborhood.
Animal Rescue Donation Drop
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Hoof Woof & Meow Animal Rescue Inc — Donations welcome — Bring pet food and sneakers to support local animal rescue needs.
Love On The Lawn Music Festival
2-6 p.m. — Festival Park — Free entry — Enjoy family fun with Grammy-winning DJs, local vendors, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Breathing Techniques for Labor
6-8 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Learn effective breathing and relaxation techniques to enhance comfort during childbirth.
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