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Good morning, Elgin. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of October.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Elgin Fire Department successfully prevented a garage fire from spreading to adjacent buildings; no injuries reported and the fire, deemed accidental, caused over $40,000 in damages.  Daily Herald

CRIME NEWS

  • Anderson A. Contreras, 21, is charged with three counts of first-degree murder following a stabbing incident in Elgin.  Daily Herald

CULTURE NEWS

  • Nightmare on Chicago Street, Elgin's annual Halloween event on Oct. 19, offers live entertainment, food, drinks, and a costume contest.  Kane County Chronicle

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • In Kane County, candidates for coroner debate whether the position requires medical experience, highlighting their different backgrounds and visions for the role's future.  Daily Herald

EVENTS

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  • Free Orthopedic Clinic for Children by Elgin Elks

    Experience a valuable opportunity for children's orthopedic assessments provided by the Elgin Elks Lodge in collaboration with the Illinois Elks Children’s Care Corporation.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Community Piano Performance

    Experience a delightful piano performance in the lobby, featuring talented volunteer community members.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Diva Montell Solo Performance at Moretti's Elgin

    Experience an engaging evening of live music featuring the talented Chicago area vocalist, Diva Montell, at Moretti's Elgin.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Comic Book Mania - Superhero Storytime

    Experience an exciting Superhero Storytime followed by a Meet & Greet with Batgirl, perfect for families and comic enthusiasts.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Stone-A-Palooza: A Gem and Jewelry Event

    Experience a one-day opportunity to explore and purchase cabochons and faceted gemstones from The Gem Shop at Fine Line Creative Arts Center.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Community Piano Performance

    Experience a delightful piano performance by volunteer community members in the lobby of the Gail Borden Public Library.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • St. Sophia Greek Food Festival

    Experience a delightful array of authentic Greek cuisine including gyros, spanakopita, and baklava, alongside various food and drink vendors.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Hemmens Cultural Center

    Experience the beloved musical reimagining the Biblical story of Joseph, filled with colorful characters and captivating music, performed by the Christian Youth Theater.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Elgin Coin Club Fall Coin Show 2024

    Explore a vibrant marketplace at the Elgin Coin Club's annual coin show, featuring opportunities to buy, sell, and trade a variety of numismatic items.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Homeschool STEAM: Bone Bridge Challenge for Ages 6-10

    Experience an engaging Halloween-themed STEAM challenge where kids can test their design and engineering skills with simple materials.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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