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Elgin officials say new testing protocols cause more homes to test positive for elevated lead levels

Elgin officials say new testing protocols cause more homes to test positive for elevated lead levels

Elgin officials attribute a spike in homes testing positive for elevated lead levels to a new federally-mandated water sampling protocol, not changes in water quality itself.

 
Sherman Hospital birthing director earns Advocate Health Care nurse of the year

Sherman Hospital birthing director earns Advocate Health Care nurse of the year

Frances Teti-Teal, director of the birthing center at Sherman Hospital in Elgin, is Advocate Health Care’s 2024 Nurse Leader of the Year.

 
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Officials: Fires at Elgin homeless encampment were accidental and unrelated

Officials: Fires at Elgin homeless encampment were accidental and unrelated

Elgin fire officials say that three fires at the “Tent City” homeless encampment since early December were all accidental and unrelated, saying the use of heating equipment near combustible materials was a common factor in the three fires.

 
Friend-Fest offers family fun at Elgin Vineyard

Friend-Fest offers family fun at Elgin Vineyard

Elgin Vineyard Church hosts free Friend-Fest event on Jan. 18 with games, food, and activities for kids through 5th grade.

 
Dining out: Aurora chef competes on ‘Chopped,’ National Pizza Week and more

Dining out: Aurora chef competes on ‘Chopped,’ National Pizza Week and more

A chef from Aurora faced the mystery basket on an episode of “Chopped” Tuesday, and we’re deep (dish) into National Pizza week, which runs through Saturday, Jan. 18.

 
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No injuries in Elgin house fire that causes over $200K in damage

Nobody was hurt during a fire on the 600 block of Ludlow Avenue in Elgin Monday that caused over $200,000 in fire and smoke damage to a single-family home.

 
Anderson Humane’s wildlife education programs offer hands-on learning

Anderson Humane’s wildlife education programs offer hands-on learning

Get behind-the-scenes access to Anderson Humane's wildlife rehabilitation efforts through educational tours and programs promoting conservation.

 
New pastor to be installed Feb. 15 at Elgin’s Holy Trinity Church

New pastor to be installed Feb. 15 at Elgin’s Holy Trinity Church

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Elgin is celebrating Andrea Delaney's ordination on Feb. 15. She also will be installed as the church's 19th pastor.

 
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Elgin launches new webpage to keep residents informed on ‘Tent City,’ homelessness initiatives

Elgin launches new webpage to keep residents informed on ‘Tent City,’ homelessness initiatives

Elgin has launched a "Homelessness Response" webpage with a donation portal, volunteer opportunities and Tent City updates as they work to relocate residents of the homeless encampment after recent fires.

 
Side Street Studio Arts hosts multidisciplinary artist Ramona Rotten for interactive poetry workshop and Winter Fringe Festival performance

Side Street Studio Arts hosts multidisciplinary artist Ramona Rotten for interactive poetry workshop and Winter Fringe Festival performance

Ramona Rotten, the 2025 Going Dutch artist-in-residence, will lead a Blackout Poetry Workshop and perform at the annual Winter Mini Fringe Festival at Side Street Studio Arts in Elgin.

 

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