Pritzker Weighs In On Bears Stadium: Everything Going On Saturday

Arlington Heights IL

01 October, 2021

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Welcome back, Arlington Heights! Here's everything you need to know to get this Saturday started off right. First, today's weather: A couple of afternoon showers. High: 80 Low: 66. Here are the top stories today in Arlington Heights: Harmony Fest Marks Conclusion Of Arlington Alfresco Season (Arlington Heights Patch) 'It made me who I am': What students say it was like growing up on the Arlington backstretch (Daily Herald) ELSIE WILSON Obituary (1929 - 2021) - ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL - Daily Herald (Legacy.com) New Chicago Bears stadium in Arlington Heights won't be paid for by Illinois taxpayers, Gov. JB Pritzker says (WLS-TV) 34 Sex Offenders In Arlington Heights: 2021 Safety Map (Arlington Heights Patch) How COVID-19 Changed Eating Habits Of Arlington Heights Families (Arlington Heights Patch) Teen Stabbed To Death Following Fight In Schaumburg: Police (Arlington Heights Patch) Bears Sign Purchase Agreement To Buy Arlington Park For $197M (Arlington Heights Patch) Sun sets on Arlington Alfresco, ahead of Harmony Fest setup (Daily Herald) Cook County Government: President Preckwinkle Announces $200,000 Grant Supporting Lawrence Hall (Press Release Desk) Today's Arlington Heights Daily is brought to you by Ring. Joey was home alone when he collapsed on a hot day. Watch what helped save his life. Today in Arlington Heights: Matt Rosewood and Friends / All Original Rock 'N Roll ! (5:30 PM) Arlington Heights Patch Notebook Village of Arlington Heights: "The Chicago Bears and Churchill Downs Incorporated recently executed a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Arlington Park land parcel. The Village of Arlington Heights has been in communication with the Chicago Bears and Churchill Downs ..." (Facebook) Forest Preserve District of Cook County: "📣 Check out the winning photographs from the Forest Preserves of Cook County's 2021 Photo Contest! 📣" (Facebook) Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official): "We're proud of our pups' work! Our Bloodhound dogs have been deployed 310 times so far this year, 186 of which were for missing persons. We're grateful to have them to help us serve Cook County." (Facebook) Arlington Heights Police Department: "Thank you Arlington Park for inviting the Arlington Heights Police Department Honor Guard to help commemorate the closing of the track's 93 year history with a ceremonial lowering of the American Flag." (Facebook) Arlington Heights Police Department: "Officer Topczylko had a great time as Officer Friendly teaching students about police, safety, and how to turn on the sirens in his police car. #inspiringouryouth" (Facebook) Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official): "Cook County Sheriff's Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Injured Man Found in Ford Heights Cook County Sheriff's Police are requesting the public's help in identifying an injured man found in Ford Heights. At approximately 5:20 p.m. M..." (Facebook) Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official): "We had our second Car Light Replacement event in Ford Heights last week. Sheriff Dart started these events after researching the data in this community: roughly 70% of car stops by police in this area were because of broken taillights or..." (Facebook) Forest Preserve District of Cook County: "📣 Check out the runners up photographs from the Forest Preserves of Cook County's 2021 Photo Contest! 📣" (Facebook) Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official): "So far this year, our officers and EMS personnel have responded to 120 overdose calls, administering NARCAN, an overdose reversal drug, 69 times. The below is an example of how beneficial this drug can be. If you see someone in need, ple..." (Facebook) Cook County Sheriff's Office (Official): "Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart is asking for the public's help in locating a missing and endangered woman from unincorporated Orland Township. Kimberlyn Salgado, 28, was last seen in the 16600 block of Grant Avenue at approximately 3..." (Facebook) Village of Arlington Heights: "Harmony Fest is this Friday, Oct. 1st, 5 - 11 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 2nd, Noon - 11 p.m. in downtown Arlington Heights! Experience live music on 2 stages including the main stage Harmony Park and a side stage at Dunton & Campbell, and ..." (Facebook) Forest Preserve District of Cook County: "✨Join us for an evening of discovery as we celebrate the night sky!✨ Hikes, activities and crafts will be offered to help us better understand the wonders of the natural light from the moon and stars. The Adler Planetarium will be out pr..." (Facebook) Melissa Schwartz: "We relished a magical weekend getaway surrounded in Victorian elegance and charm at the Guardian Angel Bed and Breakfast in Janesville, WI! The magnificent 1871 Italianate mansion constructed with Cream City brick held so many treasures...." (Instagram) Arlington Heights Memorial Library: "We ❤️ Staff Picks-- a quick and easy way to find your next read thanks to the concise (and fun!) hand-written reviews by staff like Readers Advisor Joan L! Look for the ever-changing, always-reliable Staff Picks display on the first floo..." (Facebook) High School District 214: "From the walls to the floor, students in the Practical Architectural Construction (PAC) Program are getting their hands dirty in the demolition process" (Facebook) Community Consolidated School District 59: "It's not every day your Superintendent races your Board President! Dr. Bresnahan competed with Mr. Randy Reid at Saturday's Fall Festival to the delight of everyone on hand. One visitor was kind enough to share this video. Thank you to a..." (Facebook) Discover Arlington Heights: "Harmony Fest is this Friday, Oct. 1st, 5 - 11 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 2nd, Noon - 11 p.m. in downtown Arlington Heights! Experience live music on 2 stages including the main stage Harmony Park and a side stage at Dunton & Campbell, and ..." (Facebook) Discover Arlington Heights: "Calling ALL Artists! The Village of Arlington Heights' Art Commission is hosting a public art competition for a mural at the Kensington Road underpass. The underpass is located approximately ½ mile east of the Arlington Heights Village H..." (Facebook) A Little Time and a Keyboard: "Spectacular hike at Coral Woods yesterday! Very minute color changes at the tippy-top of some trees. However, the forest floor did have some nice fall leaf sprinklings. We enjoyed the more rugged trail which treated to ravine views! McHe..." (Facebook) Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "If you enjoyed the Taste of Arlington Heights see What's Cookin' at Harmony Fest? Enjoy great eats, live music, entertainment and more.... Don't miss it! Armands of Arlington Heights Bangkok Cafe Beer on the Wall - Arlington Heights Big ..." (Facebook) A Little Time and a Keyboard: "Enjoy a few more peeks at our lovely stay at the Guardian Angel Bed and Breakfast in Janesville! How magical to stay in an 1871 mansion constructed of beautiful Cream City brick! https://www.alittletimeandakeyboard.com/2021/09/guardian-b..." (Facebook) A Little Time and a Keyboard: "Thrilled to announce that I am a runner-up in the Forest Preserve District of Cook County 2021 Photo Contest. My photo is "Walooking Through Amber" taken at River Trail Nature Center. Head over to the Forest Preserves of Cook County Face..." (Facebook) Arlington Heights Police Department: "October is National Crime Prevention Month! We hope to spread the word about crime prevention and personal safety through daily posts like the one attached. Recently, theft at gas stations has increased nationwide. With proper safety pre..." (Facebook) Hersey High School Athletic Booster Club: "Stop by the Booster table at the home Hersey Football game, tonight (10/1). While you're there: -Pick up Booster membership game passes -Upgrade your current membership -Purchase new memberships -Check out our spirit merchandise - stadiu..." (Facebook) Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "Stop by Harmony Fest on Saturday (Oct. 2) starting at noon for great eats, cultural dance acts, fashion show, Irish dancers, side stage and main stage with music, limited kids activities and more!" (Facebook) Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "Set up is underway for Harmony Fest! Come down for great food, live music, local businesses and more. Event runs from 5:00 PM- 11:00 PM today and tomorrow Noon- 11:00 PM. Www. Arlingtonhcc.com Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce Villag..." (Facebook) A Little Time and a Keyboard: "The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival is back this year! I absolutely LOVE the pumpkin walls full of carved pumpkins! Talk about a sea of pumpkins! The event will also feature jovial skeleton scenes, a 5K Scare Run, live music, artisans an..." (Facebook) High School District 214: "Did you know you can explore 44 different career fields while in high school? Learn how at D214's virtual College and Career Ready! Night on October 19 at 6:00 p.m. Current and future students and their families are welcome to join! http..." (Facebook) Cook County Department of Public Health: "If you're #Black and #LGBTQ and considering engaging with people who identify as non-Black in your life about your identity, it's important to remember that the process of having difficult conversations does not begin or end with the dis..." (Facebook) Cook County Department of Public Health: "Check out this #NationalHispanicHeritgageMonth feature about our partners at Corazon Community Services. Corazón serves the Cicero/Berwyn area to improve the quality of life for children, youth and families with holistic social services ..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Onesti Entertainment Walk-In Job Fair (October 2) Evanston Made Fall Studio Tour (October 2) Matt Rosewood and Friends / All Original Rock 'N Roll ! (October 2) Sunday Service - Elie Wiesel: A Messenger to Humanity (October 3) Grand Opening: Peg's Place, an inclusive playground for kids of all abilities (October 3) Taxes in Retirement Seminar (October 5) Breakfast for Dinner (October 5) Cook County Domestic Abuse Resource Forum (October 5) "Something Rotten!" presented by Theatre Nebula (October 8) Sip Shop & Stroll (October 14) Add your event Job listings: Now Hiring Security Officers - All Shifts! (Details) Add your job listing You're officially in the loop for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update. If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Eric DeGrechie About me: Hello, thanks for checking out my profile. All kidding aside, I'm a Field Editor for Patch, covering Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove. I was born and raised in Upstate New York in Saratoga Springs. I moved to Chicagoland in 2014 and live here with my wife and son. I've been in the journalism/media business for going on 20 years in a variety of roles including managing editor, executive editor, news editor and sports reporter. You could say hyperlocal news is in my blood, so Patch is a perfect fit. I look forward to working with local readers and residents. If you've got a tip, story idea or just want to chat about local news, email me at [email protected]. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Arlington Heights Daily? I'm all ears. You can contact me at [email protected].