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National Voter Education Week Begins: What's Happening Monday
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Good morning, Arlington Heights! Here's everything you need to know to get this Monday started. Here's everything worth knowing around town today.
First, today's weather:
Periods of sun with a shower. High: 70 Low: 62.
Here are the top stories in Arlington Heights today:
- Officials Say Future of Horse Racing in Illinois Uncertain with Only Two Venues Remaining (arlingtoncardinal.com)
- Bears' departure from Soldier Field to Arlington Heights appears likely In 2026 (CBS Sports)
- LOIS YOUNG Obituary (2021) - ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL - Daily Herald (Legacy.com)
- DONALD HOUDE Obituary (1929 - 2021) - Arlington Heights, IL - Daily Herald (Legacy.com)
- Lois Young Obituary (2021) - Arlington Heights, IL - Chicago Tribune (Legacy.com)
- Hersey cooks up its sixth win in a row (Chicago Daily Herald)
- National Voter Education Week Prepares Arlington Heights Voters (Arlington Heights Patch)
- DUI Bust Leads To Endangering Child Charge: Blotter (Arlington Heights Patch)
- 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)
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Today in Arlington Heights:
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)
- 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)
- Village of Arlington Heights: "A little rain won't slow us down! Good times will continue after a little rain shower, with live music and food vendors at Harmony Fest in downtown! Harmony Fest will continue through temporary rain showers, and 7th Heaven is scheduled t..." (Facebook)
- Village of Arlington Heights: "It's a perfect evening for Harmony Fest 2021 in downtown Arlington Heights! Enjoy live music, food vendors, and family fun from 5 - 10 pm! See details at: https://www.vah.com/our_community/WhatsNew/harmony_fest__oct_1___2_brings_food___m..." (Facebook)
- Village of Arlington Heights: "Harmony Fest 2021 is full steam ahead in downtown Arlington Heights with delicious food & drinks, and live music from the Alright Maybes on stage now and 7th Heaven at 8:30. We'll see you here!" (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: "Happy Friday! Rumor has it this lovable mouse is coming to #AHML storytimes starting with our special Family Time: 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Kick-off on Saturday, October 2, 10:30-11 a.m. in the Lindsey Room. Stories, games & activi..." (Facebook)
- Cook County Department of Public Health: "CDC recommends all pregnant and recently pregnant people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Not only will the vaccine protect you, it will also offer protection to your baby." (Facebook)
- Arlington Heights Police Department: "Whether you're working from home, traveling, or enjoying your weekend, always be aware of your surroundings. Personal safety is always a must! Please see attached from the National Crime Prevention Council. #OctoberIsNationalCrimePrevent..." (Facebook)
- Melissa Schwartz: "Fall colors are just starting to pop up at The Grove in Glenview! Plus, we saw tons of adorable yellow-rumped warblers! Such a treat! . . . #fallcolors #fallleaves #fallvibes #warblers #birds #birding #migration #hiking #hikersofinstagra..." (Instagram)
- 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)
- Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "Music is rockin', food is cookin', drinks are flowing…come down and join the fun!" (Facebook)
- School of Rock Arlington Heights: "Great kickoff to Harmony Fest weekend!" (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)
- Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "The Alright Maybe's are warming up. Weather is clearing. Food and drinks are flowing. Biggest Private Party at Harmony Fest downtown Arlington Heights for headliner 7th Heaven. Be here for the party!" (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 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)
- Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "Gearing up for Day 2 of Harmony Fest! We have a great line-up today on two stages starting from Noon- 11:00 PM. MAIN STAGE: Noon 51 Lincoln 1:30 PM Chinese Institute Local 1:45 PM Hogan Irish Dance 2:30 PM Cultural Fashion Show 2:40 PM- ..." (Facebook)
- Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "Skies are clear and drinks are flowing! Dance the night away in Harmony Park and enjoy delicious food and drinks at Harmony Fest in downtown Arlington with 7th Heaven on stage until 11 p.m. We'll see you here!" (Facebook)
- Hersey High School Athletic Booster Club: "Parents' Night Out is Back! Saturday, October 23rd at 7:30 pm Draft Picks 912 Busse Rd. Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Tickets: $25 each (price includes 1 drink ticket and 1 raffle ticket; 21 & older) We are excited to bring back this popular ..." (Facebook)
- A Little Time and a Keyboard: "A few from our visit to Valley Forge National Historical Park this past summer. This lovely stone home was George Washington's headquarters. Not only is Valley Forge a fascinating spot to study the history of the encampment but it is a w..." (Facebook)
- Arlington Heights Memorial Library: "This week marks the 150th anniversary of the start of the Chicago Fire-October 8, 1871! But alas, all was not lost when it comes to researching pre-fire Chicago! Join us Friday, October 8, 7-8 pm on Zoom, as Ginger Frere presents a fasci..." (Facebook)
- Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce: "A few rain drops only melts the wicked witch of the west! They will not stop Harmony Fest…7th Heaven headlining tonight at 8:30 PM" (Facebook)
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