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HEParks Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting   Updated 3/11/2021 8:47 AM The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the fiscal year ending in 2019 has been awarded to Hoffman Estates Park District (HEParks) by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and f...

Arlington Heights Student Wins Niebuhr Service to Society Scholarship Contest Erin Dela Cruz and her mother learn that Erin has just won Elmhurst Universitys Niebuhr Service to Society Scholarship Competition. Courtesy of Elmhurst University   Updated 3/11/2021 8:45 AM Erin Dela Cruz, who has been working to fight poverty in her parents hometowns in the Philippines, is the first-place winner of Elmhurst Universitys third annual Niebuhr Service to Society Scholarship Competition....

West Dundee Troop 32 creates geocache at Schweitzer Woods Members of Scouts BSA Troop 32 West Dundee with help from Scout BSA Troop 2 Elgin placed a geocache at Schweitzer Woods in West Dundee. Pictured, from left, are Phil Smith, Danyal Sulamanjee and Josh Pottorff, who confer with each other over the location of the geocache box. Courtesy of Scouts BSA Troop 32   Updated 3/10/2021 7:52 PM On Feb. 21, members of Scouts BSA Troop 32 West Dundee, with help from Scout BSA Troop 2 E...

Updated 3/10/2021 7:51 PM Wendy E. Parks, College of DuPage vice president for public relations, marketing and communications, is the winner of the 2021 Women of Impact Award. The award, presented by Chicago-based PR agency Motion, honors hardworking, inspiring and innovative women in marketing, advertising, public relations and communications fields.   Learn more about the 2021 Women of Impact Award. "This much-deserved award exemplifies the energy, vision and keen insights Wendy brings to th...

A three-part online series in Spanish featuring topics on workplace rights will be held in April by the Schaumburg Township District Library.

Batavia Enterprises names Greg Wetzel as director of accounting and human resources Greg Wetzel Updated 3/10/2021 5:52 PM Greg Wetzel has been an integral part of the Batavia Enterprises Companies since 2018 as the accounting manager. He has been responsible for overseeing the financial affairs and the accounting department. Austin Dempsey, CEO proudly announces Greg Wetzels promotion at Batavia Enterprises. For over 60 years, Batavia Enterprises has been an innovative commercial r...

Spring services return in April in West Chicago A robin in its nest is a sure sign of spring. West Chicago announces a return of spring services in April. Courtesy of City of West Chicago   Updated 3/10/2021 7:08 PM The City of West Chicago recently announced the schedule for the seasonal services, including the citywide collection event, brush pickup, and shredding day. • Free leaf collection: Residents may dispose of an unlimited quantity of leaves during the week of April 5-...

ECC Professor of Math Michelle Kershner Courtesy of Mark Carriveau   Updated 3/11/2021 1:57 PM Michelle Kershner, M.Ed., professor of mathematics, is a 2021 recipient of the American Association of Community Colleges Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty award. One of only 23 recipients nation-wide, the award is recognition for faculty members making a difference in the community college classroom.   Award criteria include demonstrating a passion for the students and the classroom, show a...

West Chicago hosts annual rain barrel sale The Conservation Foundation and Upcycle Products Inc., in conjunction with the West Chicago Environmental Commission, offers rain barrels in multiple colors. Courtesy of The Conservation Foundation   Updated 3/10/2021 7:50 PM If you dont have a rain barrel in your yard, or youd like a second one, now is the time to get it. The West Chicago Environmental Commission spearheads the annual Rain Barrel Sale in conjunction with The Conservatio...

ECC Writers Center Reading Series continues March 18 Author Kevin Brockmeier will speak at the next Elgin Community College Reading Series on Thursday, March 18. Courtesy of Ben Krain   Posted3/11/2021 1:04 PM The Writers Center at Elgin Community College continues the Spring 2021 Reading Series. Due to ongoing social distancing practices, the events will take place virtually. All readings begin at 7:30 p.m.   Author Kevin Brockmeier joins the series on Thursday, March 18. Brock...