Good morning, Elgin.

Anthony Osborne pleaded guilty to aggravated driving under the influence that killed bicyclist Jonathan Herbert in an Elgin crash on Sept.

21, 2023—he received credit for 590 days of electronic home monitoring—and was sentenced to six years in prison with parole eligibility after serving 85% of that sentence.

Three-year-old Isaiah Marrero from East Dundee will have his photo shown for about 10 seconds on a Times Square video display on Saturday morning between 9 and 9:10 a.m. Central Time as part of the National Down Syndrome Society presentation—he was selected from over 2,600 entries, and his family will fly to New York early Friday afternoon to join a Buddy Walk in Central Park to support Down syndrome advocacy.

Saint Viator student-athletes signed commitment letters in winter and spring to join various college sports programs—football, lacrosse, and soccer—and credited the school for teaching discipline and teamwork.

They advised current students to pursue excellence in both academics and athletics.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Champions of Workforce Celebration

3-5 p.m. — Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, Int'l — Free entry — Celebrate the success of workforce development in Kane County with networking, panel discussions, and success stories.

Retrojet Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Rookies Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy great burgers and American fare while rocking out on the outdoor patio with Retrojet.

Childbirth and Newborn Care Express Class

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Check website for fees — Comprehensive class covering labor, delivery, recovery, and newborn care.

Breastfeeding Support Group

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free — Connect with other moms for support and encouragement on your breastfeeding journey.