Tuesday, August 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brittain’s Express Oil and Lube, a 40-year family business in Elgin—known for its reliable service—will close its Larkin Avenue shop for renovations starting next Monday. Owner John Brittain said the shop will have steel work—concrete work and painting, and the closure will last several weeks. Daily Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hawthorne Hill Nature Center at 28 Brookside Drive in Elgin will launch four new Eco-Islands on Aug. 30 to improve pond health and create habitat for local wildlife. Robert Durmett—vice president of Johnson’s Nursery—will deliver a 30-minute presentation at 9:30 a.m., after which residents will help install the floating wetlands. City of Elgin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kane County Board Chair Corinne Pierog will deliver an inaugural 'State of Kane County' address—she will speak for 45 minutes and take 15 minutes for questions—at a breakfast event on Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Eagle Brook Country Club where county leaders, business professionals and residents will review budget priorities, economic development and public safety plans. Daily Herald
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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.
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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.
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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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Childbirth and Newborn Care Series
6-9 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Comprehensive series covering all aspects of labor and newborn care for expectant parents.
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Rotary of Elgin Presents Summer's Last Hurrah
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Panton Mill Park — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with family-friendly fun, crafts, and live entertainment.
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Scandinavian Day Festival
10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Vasa Park — $12-15 — Celebrate Scandinavian culture with entertainment, food, and activities for the whole family.
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Chip in for Hunger Golf Fundraiser
8-9 a.m. — Bowes Creek Country Club — Sponsorship available — A day of golf supporting local hunger relief efforts with great food and fellowship.
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Summer Concert Series: Sunset Strip
6:30-8 p.m. — Panton Mill Park — Free admission — Enjoy live music outdoors every Wednesday evening in the heart of South Elgin.
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Family Birthing Center Tour
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Explore the Family Birthing Center and learn about the services offered for expectant families.
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The Tempest by Elgin Theatre Company
2 p.m. — Elgin Art Showcase — General admission — Experience a magical blend of comedy and fantasy in Shakespeare’s final masterpiece.
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