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• Four more days to enter regional photo contest!

  Click here to find out about the Northeastern Illinois Photo Contest!  The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is putting on this contest and photos from Cook, DuPage, Kane, Will, McHenry, and Lake counties are eligible. I want to see some Elgin photos win this year! Entrants may submit up to ten [...]
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  Posted: November 27, 2009, 10:04am EST
  by jessica

• Gail Borden Public Library in November

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  Just having fun with my vintage camera. These pictures were taken early Sunday evening in downtown Elgin. Related posts:LWV’s Elgin Township, ECC, U-46, and Gail Borden Public Library trustee forumGail Borden Rakow Branch Library OpeningGail Borden in Amazon Related posts:[...]
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  Posted: November 25, 2009, 7:00am EST
  by RS

• Sunday Evening

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  Posted: November 24, 2009, 7:00am EST
  by RS

• Democrats move to disqualify Rauschenberger

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  Courtesy of Illinois Review: Senate President John Cullerton and his political hit team have found a Streamwood Democrat to file an objection to the nominating petitions of Steve Rauschenberger, who is running for Illinois State Senate in the 22nd district. The basis for their objection is NOT the number of signatures or [...]
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  Posted: November 22, 2009, 5:51pm EST
  by RS

• GBL Rakow Branch Gets LEED Certification

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  I just noticed on the Gail Borden web site that the Rakow Branch Library has earned gold LEED certification. The other gold-certified buildings in the area are Judson’s Harm A. Weber building and Waste Management’s Bluff City Transfer Facility. What would be an interesting question, I think, is what was [...]
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  Posted: November 19, 2009, 5:49pm EST
  by RS

• Gitmo on the ’sippi: should we be concerned?

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  Should we be concerned that the Obama administration is going to provide jury trials to terrorists in New York or move Gitmo to Illinois? I think a prison break is an unlikely outcome, but what I do think is very likely is that at some point some judge will order [...]
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  Posted: November 18, 2009, 4:42pm EST
  by RS

• Vargas vs. Hastert

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  Mark Vargas: Ethan Hastert: Mr. Vargas claims endorsements from, among others, Judson University President Jerry Cain and former senator and current state senate candidate Steve Rauschenberger. Related posts:Hastert mulling run against Bill FosterEthan Hastert will run for CongressHastert retires early Related posts:Hastert mulling run against Bill Foster[...]
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  Posted: November 15, 2009, 6:33pm EST
  by RS

• Mike Noland: This is our time

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  Since the previous post was a Steve Rauschenberger ad, here’s some equal air time for Illinois State Senator Michael Noland: Related posts:Mike Noland on H.B. 174Mike Noland on John LaeschNoland supports 67% tax increase Related posts:Mike Noland on H.B. 174Mike [...]
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  Posted: November 14, 2009, 6:44pm EST
  by RS

• Weekend open thread

  What’s on your mind? Go ahead, say your piece. Related posts:Weekend open threadWeekend open threadOctober open thread Related posts:Weekend open threadWeekend open threadOctober open thread

  
  

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  Posted: November 13, 2009, 5:00am EST
  by RS

• Steve Rauschenberger on Jobs & the Economy

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  View it on his website. Related posts:Tribune on Steve RauschenbergerAbout Steve GreenbergRauschenberger, Munson ready for comeback Related posts:Tribune on Steve RauschenbergerAbout Steve GreenbergRauschenberger, Munson ready for comeback

  
  

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  Posted: November 12, 2009, 6:20pm EST
  by RS

• Bison will remain at Lords Park Zoo

  Received a missive last night from Laurie Faith Gibson-Aiello: The Bison, Elk and Deer are safe from eviction in December and will remain in the budget and at the Zoo for all of 2010. Friends of Lords Park Zoo will raise funds for feed and care of ALL animals in the 2010 [...]
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  Posted: November 12, 2009, 5:00am EST
  by RS

• Toom Toom Thai

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  DNA Press Release from a few days ago: Toom Toom Thai Opens Today! Be one of the first to experience Downtown Elgin’s newest restaurant - Toom Toom Thai - opening today for lunch and dinner! Toom Toom Thai is owned and operated by Toom Wiitanen, who also owns Thai Zie in downtown St. [...]
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  Posted: November 08, 2009, 6:49pm EST
  by RS

• Roadhouse Bar and Grill

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  Roadhouse Bar and Grill is the new establishment that will open in the Grove Theater/Prairie Rock space in downtown Elgin. I have nothing to add beyond what has been posted in the thread on the Prairie Rock closing, but wanted to designate a thread for anybody posting information about this [...]
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  Posted: November 07, 2009, 7:30am EST
  by RS

• Weekend open thread

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  This is the weekend open thread. Say your piece. Related posts:Weekend open threadWeekend open threadOctober open thread Related posts:Weekend open threadWeekend open threadOctober open thread

  
  

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  Posted: November 06, 2009, 6:17pm EST
  by RS

• Rauschenberger, Munson ready for comeback

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  As of Monday evening, there are no Democratic challengers to Illinois State Senator Michael Noland or State Representative Keith Farnham. On the Republican side, the field is clear for both Steve Rauschenberger and Ruth Munson. It looks like the general election will be an interesting one. Noland vs. Rauschenberger and [...]
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  Posted: November 02, 2009, 10:00pm EST
  by RS

• Weekend open thread

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  Post whatever you want. Related posts:Weekend open threadWeekend open threadOctober open thread Related posts:Weekend open threadWeekend open threadOctober open thread

  
  

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  Posted: October 30, 2009, 7:00am EDT
  by RS

• October open thread

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  It’s the last week of October now, and I didn’t get to make a lot of posts. If there’s stuff that happened in October that you want to discuss go ahead and post it here on this thread. From now on, there will also be a weekend open thread, where you [...]
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  Posted: October 27, 2009, 10:25pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin Bike & Dine

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  The Elgin Bike & Dine on September 19th was fantastic!  (Yes, this post is long overdue, but my photos were inaccessible for a bit.) Nearly 30 people gathered together to ride on mini bike rides between several dining stops in a progressive lunch.  The ride totaled 13 miles in all.  First [...]
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  Posted: October 27, 2009, 1:22pm EDT
  by jessica

• Sumac

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  Posted: October 13, 2009, 9:47pm EDT
  by RS

• Hawk

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  Posted: October 12, 2009, 9:48pm EDT
  by RS

• Red Bar Winery’s pizza

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  What do you guys think of the pizza at Red Bar Winery? Related posts:Red Bar WineryRed Bar Winery & Bistro Grand OpeningPizza comes to downtown Elgin Related posts:Red Bar WineryRed Bar Winery & Bistro Grand Opening[...]
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  Posted: October 07, 2009, 9:27pm EDT
  by RS

• Burnidge Forest Preserve

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  Learn more about this beautiful place by reading the Chicago Wilderness profiles of Burnidge Forest Preserve from 2000 and 2006. Related posts:You don’t need trees for a forest preserveStony Creek: Subdivision or Forest Preserve?More forest preserves! Related posts:You don’t need trees for a [...]
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  Posted: September 24, 2009, 5:48pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin antique store closes

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  Sadly, a downtown Elgin antique store is closing. The antique store was formerly housed in the Heider electric building, which had originally been the home of the Elgin Windmill Company. The antique store took its name from the windmill factory calling itself the Elgin Windmill Factory Antiques. About a year [...]
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  Posted: September 20, 2009, 5:56pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin by Bike

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  Bicycling Elginites on the Fox River Trail, Photo property of City of Elgin September 1st marked the beginning of a month-long program going on in downtown Elgin called “Elgin by Bike.”   How does Elgin by Bike work? 1) Go to any participating location to pick up a wallet guide. 2) During the month [...]
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  Posted: September 06, 2009, 8:40am EDT
  by jessica

• Elgin Asian Fest is Saturday

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  The 2009 Elgin Asian Fest is being held at Festival Park Saturday from noon until 10:30 pm. Related posts:Elgin Asian FestAsian Pacific American Heritage MonthSoutheast Asian Water Festival

  
  

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  Posted: September 04, 2009, 7:31pm EDT
  by RS

• Elginite hopes to challenge Foster

  We mentioned earlier that Mark Vargas, a Judson University class president, former Kane County Young Republicans chairman and Department of Defense worker, was expected to announce a bid for the Republican nomination for the 14th district seat now held by Democrat Bill Foster. He has made his official announcement, the [...]
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  Posted: August 26, 2009, 7:43pm EDT
  by RS

• Mark Kirk will hold town hall meeting

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  North Shore Congressman Mark Kirk (R-IL), the likely Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate seat now held by Roland Burris (D-IL) announced Friday that he will hold a public town hall meeting in Arlington Heights to discuss health care. Related posts:Candidates’ views on [...]
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  Posted: August 22, 2009, 9:25pm EDT
  by RS

• Zoo means more than money to Elgin

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  Related posts:49th district money figuresElgin short film festivalElgin Kiwanis asks Ayers to lunch Related posts:49th district money figuresElgin short film festivalElgin Kiwanis asks Ayers to lunch

  
  

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  Posted: August 22, 2009, 11:01pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Community garden day is Saturday

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  Our All Volunteer Day to plant the Community Garden is 08/22 from 9am – 12pm… Senator Mike Noland will be on hand, as will a variety of volunteers from local social service organizations, the Girl Scouts and concerned residents. Related posts:Community garden meeting tonight[...]
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  Posted: August 20, 2009, 3:28pm EDT
  by RS

• Otter Creek Bend Sunset

  Nice spot to watch sunsets and storms. For more photos check out our photostream on Flickr. Related posts:Otter Creek Bend Wetland ParkStony Creek: Subdivision or Forest Preserve?Stony Creek Related posts:Otter Creek Bend Wetland ParkStony Creek: Subdivision or Forest Preserve?Stony [...]
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  Posted: August 20, 2009, 8:00am EDT
  by RS

• Tomatoes

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  Posted: August 19, 2009, 9:00am EDT
  by RS

• Lychee season

  Lychees are a tropical Asian fruit. They’re pretty tasty, are now in season and available at specialty grocers. Try any Asian market, Caputo’s and perhaps Dino’s on the East Side. Related posts:Apple picking seasonSoutheast Asian Water FestivalOn the heels of moonshine Related posts:Apple picking season[...]
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  Posted: August 18, 2009, 9:00am EDT
  by RS

• More photos uploaded

  I’ve uploaded more photos to the Rakow Branch Library slideshow and the Otter Creek Bend slideshow. Please enjoy! Related posts:Otter Creek Bend Wetland ParkUICC Forum PhotosRandall bicycle overpass Related posts:Otter Creek Bend Wetland ParkUICC Forum PhotosRandall bicycle overpass

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  Posted: August 17, 2009, 7:19pm EDT
  by RS

• Randall bicycle overpass

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  So far it’s looking really good. Now I’d like to see the Thornwood trail extended to the new Gail Borden Rakow Branch Library :) Related posts:High-End Retail on Randall RoadMovie theaters on Randall RoadSherman moves to Randall Related posts:High-End Retail on Randall Road[...]
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  Posted: August 17, 2009, 5:32pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin: “Fattest City” on Drudge Report

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  Check today’s Drudge Report to see a link to this CBS2 story Elgin was recently named the fattest city in Illinois. The dubious distinction was revealed by City Councilman David Kaptain, who said he saw it in a study based on driver’s license data. But Kaptain said he couldn’t remember where [...]
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  Posted: August 13, 2009, 4:15pm EDT
  by RS

• Gail Borden Rakow Branch Library Opening

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  On Saturday, August 15 1 - 5 p.m. the community is invited to celebrate the opening of the new west side "green" Rakow Branch, 2751 W. Bowes Road. Entertainment for the day will include juggler, Andy Head, magician, Ken Mate, and the Fox Valley Men of Harmony. Related posts:[...]
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  Posted: August 12, 2009, 6:00pm EDT
  by RS

• Community garden meeting tonight

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  The purpose of the meeting will be to begin to put together an organization to make this garden happen. Our goal is to produce vegetables for local food pantries in 2009 and beyond. The "Friends of Lords Park Farm Zoo" is also working with volunteers to maintain the zoo property [...]
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  Posted: August 12, 2009, 3:19pm EDT
  by RS

• FoxFireFest 2009

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  FoxFireFest, as the name implies, is an event focused around the glow of fire on the water, including a mystical night-time fire and light show on the river, accompanied by unique theatre, art, dance and musical performers. Related posts:Elgin FoxFireFest 2008FrenchFryFest[...]
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  Posted: July 29, 2009, 4:58pm EDT
  by RS

• Judson graduate to run for Congress

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  Illinois Review reports that Judson University graduate Mark Vargas will seek the Republican nomination to run for the 14th Congressional District seat now held by Representative Bill Foster (D-IL). Related posts:Ethan Hastert will run for CongressHastert [...]
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  Posted: July 24, 2009, 6:36pm EDT
  by RS

• The Betrayal (Nerakhoon)

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  An Oscar-nominated documentary co-directed by a man with some connections in the area airs tonight, Tuesday, July 21st at 9:00 pm on PBS. Nerakhoon follows the plight of a refugee family from Laos that was resettled in New York City after the Vietnam War. Related posts:Happy [...]
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  Posted: July 21, 2009, 7:02am EDT
  by RS

• Noland says he’s fiscal conservative

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  The latest missive from Illinois State Senator Michael Noland (D-Elgin) proclaims that raising taxes 67% is fiscally conservative. Related posts:Mike Noland on H.B. 174Noland supports 67% tax increaseNoland votes for O’Hare, Chicago [...]
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  Posted: July 16, 2009, 9:21pm EDT
  by RS

• Kane County Fair continues through Sunday

  Great weather for the opening day of the 2009 Kane County Fair. Some puddles left over from previous night's rain, but bright blue and cloudy skies and a a nice breeze made for a comfortable day. The fairgrounds feature some more paving than in recent years and a new [...]
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  Posted: July 16, 2009, 7:00am EDT
  by RS

• Otter Creek Bend Wetland Park

  Otter Creek Bend is much like a forest preserve but is actually owned by the St. Charles Park District. This was formerly a farm where they removed the drainage tiles and restored it to wetlands. It's on the small side compared to other forest preserves, but a nice place to [...]
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  Posted: July 15, 2009, 7:00am EDT
  by RS

• Illegal fireworks

  At the end of the video what you see on the bed of the truck is quite possibly the largest illegal firework in Elgin history. It is actually a rocket. Related posts:Should next year’s fireworks be downtown?[...]
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  Posted: July 12, 2009, 12:00pm EDT
  by RS

• Kane County Fair 2009

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  The 2009 Kane County Fair opens Wednesday, July 15th and runs through Sunday, July 19th. See the website for the complete schedule of attractions. Go on opening day for $1 admission. Related posts:Kane County FairKane County Fair continues through SundayShould Kane County keep buying development rights to farmland? Related posts:Kane [...]
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  Posted: July 12, 2009, 8:00am EDT
  by RS

• Live alpacas at the Harvest Market

  Downtown Elgin Harvest Market will be Peruvian themed with live entertainment and live alpacas to add some South American flavor to the market. Located at the Civic Parking lot in Downtown Elgin (the corner of E. Highland and Douglas Ave.) the market is held every Thursday from 10am – 4pm [...]
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  Posted: July 11, 2009, 8:00am EDT
  by RS

• Caribou Coffeehouse Saturday

  Stop by Saturday night from 8-10 to see a live performance by local musicians Shep and Kendel Kirk. Related posts:Special election is SaturdayHemmens Movie Night Related posts:Special election is SaturdayHemmens Movie Night

  
  

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  Posted: July 10, 2009, 7:03pm EDT
  by RS

• Mike Noland on H.B. 174

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  A message from Mike Noland promoting H.B. 174, a bill that will raise state income taxes by 67%. Related posts:Noland says he’s fiscal conservativeMike Noland on John LaeschSB2288: Mike Noland’s 67% tax hike

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  Posted: July 07, 2009, 8:05pm EDT
  by RS

• Domani Cafe in Downtown Elgin

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  A new cafe has opened in downtown Elgin at the corner of Highland Avenue, across from the Civic Center (where the previous tenant was Let's Meet for Coffee). Related posts:» Café Roma is simple yet satisfyingRavenheart Coffee opens [...]
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  Posted: July 07, 2009, 4:45pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin company to build Hadid pavilion

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  An Elgin-based contractor has been hired to finish the construction of the complex Zaha Hadid-designed pavilion in Millennium Park and the opening of the already-delayed pavilion has been pushed back another two weeks to August 1. Related posts:Elgin Company Sold[...]
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  Posted: July 07, 2009, 8:31am EDT
  by RS

• Kane County LWV audits agencies

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  In April, the nonprofit organization sent identical letters to 44 government bodies asking for the names, titles, salaries and hire dates for all public officers and employees. The recipients weren't informed they were being tested, and were asked to respond electronically. Related posts:ACORN in Kane County[...]
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  Posted: July 06, 2009, 6:24pm EDT
  by RS

• Area paper battles blogger

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  A government authority issues bonds on behalf of a private company. What would you assume from that? Apparently if you make the wrong assumption on a blog, you will get sued instead of being corrected. Related posts:ECC referendum passesACORN in Kane [...]
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  Posted: July 03, 2009, 7:15pm EDT
  by RS

• Congressmen take advantage of travel perks

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  Last summer, Rep. Brian Baird (D., Wash.) took a four-day trip to the Galápagos Islands with his wife, four other lawmakers and their family members. The lawmakers spent $22,000 on meals and hotels, records show. Mr. Baird, a member of the House Science Committee, said the trip was to learn [...]
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  Posted: July 02, 2009, 6:02pm EDT
  by RS

• Joe Birkett running for attorney general

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  Posted: July 02, 2009, 5:22pm EDT
  by RS

• “Blue Dog” turns green

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  Bill Foster had enough horse sense to figure out that the Cap-and-Tax bill was bad news for America and the 14th district, which will shed nearly 5,000 jobs as a result of it, according to one study. Melissa Bean, on the other hand put nonsense before horse sense and voted [...]
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  Posted: July 02, 2009, 8:30am EDT
  by RS

• Elgin considers pit bull measures again

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  The City Council directed staff to review Elgin's ordinance, which requires that pets be leashed at all times when that pet is not on the owner's property. If a pet is not leashed, the owner could be fined $50, city officials said. There are provisions in Elgin's codes that would [...]
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  Posted: July 01, 2009, 8:00am EDT
  by RS

• Keith Farnham should reject tax hike

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  Farnham thinks more can be done by state government to put its own finances in order. He mentioned writing a letter to Quinn's office in May, decrying the state Department of Human Services spending $58 million in overtime costs "when they could have saved over half that amount if new" [...]
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  Posted: June 30, 2009, 5:21pm EDT
  by RS

• Bean, Foster must vote “no” on Cap-and-Tax bill

  Even Warren Buffett, a prominent supporter of Barack Obama, acknowledges that the bill would destroy the economy at a time when we can least absorb the shock. Under Cap-and-Tax your gasoline prices can rise as much as a dollar per gallon. Related posts:Foster, Bean [...]
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  Posted: June 26, 2009, 2:46pm EDT
  by RS

• U-46 opposed to Bartlett tax idea

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  By Harry Hitzeman | Daily Herald Staff Saying it could make better use of the tax revenue, the Elgin Area School District U-46 board “strongly opposes” the possible extension of a special taxing district used to spur development in downtown Bartlett. … Related posts:Bean, Foster must vote “no” on Cap-and-Tax billNoland [...]
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  Posted: June 24, 2009, 5:51pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• U-46 boss will receive a raise

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  By Amanda Marrazzo | Special to the Tribune Elgin based School District U-46 Board of Education members unanimously approved a two-year contract extension to Supt. Jose Torres on Monday. The contract includes a 3.7 percent raise, increasing his salary … Related posts:Earn your raise by…bloggingBoss Schock: “we’re squeezing places like this”Why [...]
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  Posted: June 24, 2009, 5:47pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Magazine puts Elgin at top of list

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  This Old House’s July/August issue puts Elgin on its second annual “Best Old Neighborhoods” rankings. The community also tops the list of 50 US and Canadian neighborhoods that the magazine says have homes that deserve a long-term commitment. … Related posts:Pop a top again in downtown Elgin: Brewfest returnsElgin to crack [...]
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  Posted: June 24, 2009, 5:44pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin July 4 fireworks canceled

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  Independence Day fireworks are still on for almost all cities in the area this year, but Elgin has canceled this year's fireworks show because of budget problems. Related posts:Should next year’s fireworks be downtown?If you missed the [...]
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  Posted: June 24, 2009, 5:40pm EDT
  by RS

• Pop a top again in downtown Elgin: Brewfest returns

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  By MIKE DANAHEY mdanahey@scn1.com ELGIN — The beer flows once again downtown at Festival Park this weekend with the return of Brewfest, albeit with a slightly different name. Instead of Prairie Rock Brewfest, the event will be known as the Elgin … Related posts:Elgin Brewfest 2009Elgin Brewfest 2008Brewfest needs Elgin music Related [...]
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  Posted: June 17, 2009, 6:10pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Ethan Hastert will run for Congress

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  ELBURN – Ethan Hastert has announced he’ll run for his father’s old seat in Congress. Hastert, 31, said Monday that he’s forming a committee to begin his campaign and fundraising for the 14th District Congressional seat. He’s the first candidate to officially announce a run at the seat in 2010. Although he’s [...]
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  Posted: June 10, 2009, 5:12pm EDT
  by RS

• Whither charter schools in Illinois?

  n other states, yes, charters are very popular in the suburbs. But here in Illinois, local districts are given almost all power of life and death over charters, and the suburban districts have no interest at all in giving up their monopolies. Here's the Chicago Tribune (May 19, 2005): "Suburban" [...]
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  Posted: June 08, 2009, 6:32pm EDT
  by RS

• Lily Falls going out of business

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  The shop wouldn't be out of place in downtown Naperville, Long Grove or some north side neighborhood in Chicago. But it didn't happen in Elgin: Zibert currently is holding a going-out-of-business sale and will shut down sometime before her lease is up at the end of July. Zibert said things were [...]
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  Posted: June 08, 2009, 6:10pm EDT
  by RS

• Springfield Porkapalooza

  One of the final votes lawmakers took in their regular spring legislative session was to OK a massive list of project spending that would be supported by not only the controversial video gambling expansion but also higher taxes on alcohol and increased vehicle fees. In return, individual towns stand to get [...]
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  Posted: June 08, 2009, 6:10pm EDT
  by RS

• Drawing on traditions :: The Courier News

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  For a class project, professor Christopher Miller had students design buildings they would like to see help revitalize Elgin's downtown. He explained why his students felt inspired by the past for their ideas. via Drawing on traditions :: The Courier News :: Local News. This is one reason it’s great to have [...]
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  Posted: June 08, 2009, 6:03pm EDT
  by RS

• Local author explores city’s architectural heritage :: The Courier News

  Awesome. A third volume! If that weren't enough, Stroud will have his third volume of “There Used to Be: A Look Back at Elgin's Architectural Heritage” out sometime later this year. via Local author explores city’s architectural heritage :: The Courier News :: Local News. Related posts:Drawing on traditions :: The Courier NewsAsian [...]
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  Posted: June 08, 2009, 6:02pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin Brewfest 2009

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  Elgin Brewfest is on for June 19-20. The Elgin Brewfest—formerly known as the Prairie Rock Brewfest—will be taking place this year in an effort to raise money for the Boys & Girls Club of Elgin. This free event kicks off June 19 at 5:00pm, and runs through June 20. Elgin Brewfest will feature [...]
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  Posted: June 05, 2009, 6:00am EDT
  by RS

• Elgin short film festival

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  What a great idea! The one-night event on Saturday, Sept. 26 will screen five 20-minute films on a new projector that will produce movie-theater quality images on a 20-foot by 30-foot screen. “Any genre is welcome as long as it adheres to the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) standards of a [...]
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  Posted: June 03, 2009, 5:55pm EDT
  by RS

• Spitting in the eye of mainstream education

  Spitting in the eye of mainstream education - Los Angeles Times. Not many schools in California recruit teachers with language like this: “We are looking for hard working people who believe in free market capitalism. . . . Multicultural specialists, ultra liberal zealots and college-tainted oppression liberators need not apply.” School administrators [...]
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  Posted: June 01, 2009, 7:07pm EDT
  by RS

• Noland supports 67% tax increase

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  The tax hike bill that recently passed the Illinois Senate by the way, is a different 67% tax hike from the one that Mike Noland has been pushing. As recently as March 23rd--well after Governor Quinn started promoting his own tax hikes, Mike Noland was still promoting [...]
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  Posted: June 01, 2009, 6:42pm EDT
  by RS

• May is for Morels

  I admit that our native landscape to me is at its most intriguing from the months of May to October. There are of course the obvious reasons of plants filling in and flowers blooming, but for those who esteem mushrooms and relish the hunt, the months of May and October [...]
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  Posted: May 21, 2009, 6:00am EDT
  by RS

• Red Bar Winery & Bistro Grand Opening

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  The Red Bar Winery & Bistro is having it’s grand opening on Friday May 22. We are going to have dinner specials and giveaways for the next week to celebrate. We will also be at the Elgin Wine Festival on Saturday. Related posts:La Quebrada’s [...]
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  Posted: May 20, 2009, 6:01am EDT
  by RS

• Foster questions car dealer shutdowns

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  Representatives from Gartner Buick in Aurora, Ron Westphal Chevrolet in Aurora, Coffman Truck Sales in Aurora, Al Piemonte Cadillac in St. Charles, Cadillac of Naperville, Village Pontiac GMC in Naperville and Woody Buick Pontiac GMC in Elgin confirmed … Related posts:Questions for candidatesNo questions from the councilBill Foster promises pork Related posts:[...]
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  Posted: May 19, 2009, 8:58pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin Wine Festival

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  The Elgin Wine Festival provides an opportunity to sample from more than 150 wines from around the world. Learn about new and exciting varieties from the experts in a relaxed festival setting. Wine seminars and cooking demonstrations are conducted by event sponsors, exhibiting wineries, area chefs and restaurateurs. Related posts:[...]
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  Posted: May 18, 2009, 7:48pm EDT
  by RS

• Suburban lawmakers largely agree on proposed reforms

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  Keith Farnham, an Elgin Democrat. There was uniform or near uniform support among suburban lawmakers for limiting campaign donations, changing the redistricting process, imposing penalties on those who thwart public records disclosure and reducing the … Related posts:Urban wind farm proposed in HuntleyYoung candidates seek suburban changeFarnham defeats Munson Related posts:[...]
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  Posted: May 18, 2009, 4:49pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Hospital lake creating positive energy

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  By EMILY McFARLAN emcfarlan@scn1.com ELGIN — All systems are go for the geothermal lake at Sherman Hospital’s new Elgin campus under construction at Randall and Big Timber roads. The lake, which will heat and cool most of the completed hospital and … Related posts:Sherman’s new hospital buildingSherman moves to Randall113349406068912440 Related posts:[...]
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  Posted: May 18, 2009, 4:22pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin’s week in the movies

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  A Hollywood crew took over Bluff City Cemetery in Elgin today to shoot scenes for the remake of the 1984 horror film, "A Nightmare on Elm Street." Officials at New Line Cinemas were mum on the details of the scene, other than to say it took place during the day in [...]
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  Posted: May 12, 2009, 7:35pm EDT
  by RS

• Mazak opens technology center in Elgin

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  By MIKE SULLIVAN For The Courier-News ELGIN — Community and business leaders Tuesday got a chance to glimpse the world’s largest dedicated laser technology center. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Tuesday for the center — built by Mazak Optonics … Related posts:Mad Maggies opens in downtown ElginArboretum of South Barrington opensCACE [...]
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  Posted: May 12, 2009, 5:50pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin parks, Care Center get state grant funding

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  By MIKE DANAHEY mdanahey@scn1.com ELGIN - The city of Elgin Parks and Recreation Department and a nonprofit health-care provider received a combined total of close to $300000 in state funding this week. State Sen. Michael Noland, D-Elgin, announced the … Related posts:Elgin foreclosures report due to councilElgin Kiwanis asks Ayers to [...]
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  Posted: May 09, 2009, 6:06pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin Opera’s Love & Fairy Tales

  This weekend Elgin Opera presents Love & Fairy Tales, a staged and costumed production at the Kimball Street Theatre located in Elgin Academy's new building, The Rider Center. Related posts:Elgin Opera has a blog!The beginnings of [...]
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  Posted: May 01, 2009, 4:14pm EDT
  by RS

• Empty boxes

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  So when a gymnastics academy in nearby Elgin had nowhere to go after a heavy snowstorm damaged its building this winter, Jaffe quickly snatched them up. The Midwest Elite Gymnastics Academy moved in last month. “This isn’t a time that big-box tenants … No related posts. No related posts.

  
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  Posted: April 28, 2009, 8:08pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Will these features be used?

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  I was thinking of adding a couple of features to this website, but I wasn't sure if anybody would use them. If nobody's going to use them, I won't bother adding them. I had thought that the commenting on news feature would be popular, but I'm the only one' [...]
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  Posted: April 28, 2009, 7:15pm EDT
  by RS

• » Café Roma is simple yet satisfying

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  Penne arrabbiata can be topped with bits of Italian sausage in a piquant sauce at Cafe Roma in Elgin. By Marla Seidell | Daily Herald Correspondent Frank and Jennifer Redisi opened Café Roma in June 2008, banking on Frank’s Cordon Bleu skills and the … Related posts:Ravenheart Coffee opens downtownElgin Opera’s [...]
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  Posted: April 28, 2009, 6:48pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin foreclosures report due to council

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  By MIKE DANAHEY mdanahey@scn1.com Elgin City Council members Wednesday will hear a presentation about home foreclosures in town. That same night, they will consider moving along preliminary plans for a new subdivision off McDonald Road, … Related posts:Elgin parks, Care Center get state grant fundingElgin Kiwanis asks Ayers to lunchDowntown South [...]
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  Posted: April 28, 2009, 6:46pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• C’ville man lives 10 years under stolen identity

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  According to police, Saldivar used the name, date of birth and Social Security number of another man in order to gain employment at an Elgin company where Saldivar has worked since 1999. Saldivar earned a total of $107011.25 under the assumed name. … Related posts:Elgin Riverside Club still strong after 123 [...]
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  Posted: April 28, 2009, 6:38pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Councilmen will be sworn in Wednesday

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  Be sure to show up at 6:00 p.m at City Hall on Wednesday, April 29th, for the swearing-in of our new Elgin city councilmen, the winners of the recent election: John Prigge, Richard Dunne, Mike Warren, as well as re-elected incumbent Bob Gilliam. Related posts:Councilmen don’t [...]
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  Posted: April 27, 2009, 7:10pm EDT
  by RS

• ECC makes big plans for new health center

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  By Kerry Lester | Daily Herald Staff Nearly one-third of Elgin Community College’s $178 million expansion program will go toward building a new health careers center. In a recent interview, Mathematics, Science and Health Dean Tony Miska outlined what … Related posts:Campton Hills incorporation plansElgin Academy Media, Science and Fine Arts [...]
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  Posted: April 27, 2009, 6:55pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• ECCO Green Expo–today, April 25th (free!)

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  Why should you go to today’s ECCO Green Expo, held at ECC (Fox Valley University & Business Center Building) from 10 am to 5 pm?  To shop in a handmade market, learn how to compost with worms, listen to a variety of live music, familiarize yourself with over 30 local [...]
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  Posted: April 25, 2009, 8:52am EDT
  by jessica

• Elgin Opera has a blog!

  I added Elgin Opera’s blog to the Elgin Blogs page, so be sure to check it out. The Elgin Blogs page is a fantastic way to keep a tab on the pulse of the community. Also check out the Elgin Blog Comments page which aggregates comments made on the Elgin [...]
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  Posted: April 23, 2009, 5:52pm EDT
  by RS

• Elgin Riverside Club still strong after 123 years

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  After 123 years, the Elgin Riverside Club — members first met on what is now North Grove Avenue overlooking the Fox River — is still going strong. And that’s pretty darn amazing when you consider how so many social clubs are struggling these days. … Related posts:Fox River Rowing ClubC’ville man [...]
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  Posted: April 23, 2009, 4:46pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Elgin Kiwanis asks Ayers to lunch

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  By MIKE DANAHEY mdanahey@scn1.com ELGIN — Controversial college professor and former 1960s radical William Ayers is set to speak next month at a Kiwanis Club meeting. Ayers is scheduled to talk at the Kiwanis Club of Elgin luncheon on Tuesday, May 12. … Related posts:PBS films Elgin High’s environmental effortsElgin Riverside [...]
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  Posted: April 22, 2009, 3:42pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• April is for walleye

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  Last week I stopped by Meijer on my way to Caribou Coffee, and noticed some lovely wild-caught walleye in their seafood section. Suddenly visions of panko-coated walleye danced in my eyes, but since I couldn’t leave it in the car all day, I didn’t buy it. When I got back [...]
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  Posted: April 21, 2009, 8:00pm EDT
  by RS

• Sad reflections on a family’s tragedy

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  If you’re walking out of a situation that could turn violent, call a shelter or spend the night with a friend he doesn’t know, said Sharon Burner, domestic violence program coordinator for the Community Crisis Center of Elgin. The Crisis Center, Wings, … Related posts:ECC makes big plans for new health [...]
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  Posted: April 21, 2009, 6:43pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Hastert mulling run against Bill Foster

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  Dennis Hastert’s 31-year old son is exploring a run against U.S. Congressman Bill Foster (IL-14). Apparently somebody has been conducting a telephone poll asking voters if they would vote for Dennis Hastert, and then asking if they would vote for Ethan Hastert. Obviously, that’s not a scientific way of polling–sounds [...]
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  Posted: April 20, 2009, 6:00pm EDT
  by RS

• Indiana casinos luring Illinois gamers big-time

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  At the opposite end of the extreme is the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin, which at one time was the revenue leader in this market. The Grand Vic went from $40.6 million AGR in March 2007 to $32.4 million in ‘08 to $27 million this year. … Related posts:Noland votes for [...]
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  Posted: April 20, 2009, 2:53pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Young candidates seek suburban change

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  Looking at the poised and confident young man presenting his views at Elgin Area School District U-46 school board candidate forums this spring, few might guess that Kevin Echevarria struggled to stay straight just five years before. … Related posts:Young school board candidate not throwing in the towelCandidates forum in briefThe [...]
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  Posted: April 20, 2009, 2:44pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois

• Attacker likely behind bars until he’s 30

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  Angel Facio, the teen who stabbed Carolyn Gilbert, likely will remain behind bars until he’s at least 30, court officials say. Facio, who pleaded guilty to attempted murder in Cook County Juvenile Court, was handed a dual sentence by Judge Edward … Related posts:EHS story gets worseFingerpointing over Facio16-year-old psychopath roamed [...]
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  Posted: April 20, 2009, 2:37pm EDT
  by Elgin Illinois