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South Elgin, Illinois Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up South Elgin! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- South Elgin student among seven charged in Indiana University hazing case
Also on today's calendar: The VIKINGS are COMING! and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call people that look after chickens? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, heavy t-storms; humid, temps: high: 81, low: 71.
- Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 79 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Eden Prairie man charged in Indiana University fraternity hazing case (bringmethenews.com) — A 20-year-old South Elgin resident is among seven Indiana University fraternity members charged with felony hazing after an October 2025 initiation event that allegedly sent two pledges to the hospital. Prosecutors say pledges were forced through hours of exercise and ice baths, and the fraternity has been ordered to suspend all activities while the case proceeds. 
📸 Around South Elgin
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Upcoming Events in
South Elgin
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★ Featured events ★
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The VIKINGS are COMING! →
Good Templar Park Association, 528 East Side Dr, Geneva
10:00 am -
"What Makes Elgin Township Tick?" →
729 S McLean Blvd, Elgin
10:00 am -
State Street Artisan Market at Art History Brewing →
649 W State St, Geneva
12:00 pm -
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Event →
1620 Bond St, Naperville
9:00 am -
Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing →
4030 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora
12:00 pm
Saturday August 15
Friday August 28
Sunday August 30
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Other local events
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Monday Movies
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
10:00 am -
Pinochle Club
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
3:00 pm -
Teen Volunteer Hour
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
4:00 pm -
Job Application Review
South Elgin Branch -
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Monday Movies
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
10:00 am -
La Fiesta de Elgin Mexican Independence Day celebration →
Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin, 60-2 S Grove Ave, Elgin
9:00 am -
La Fiesta de Elgin Mexican Independence Day... →
Downtown Neighborhood Association of Elgin, 60-2 S Grove Ave, Elgin
9:00 am -
Fox Valley Steampunk Festival 2026 →
Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S La Fox St, South Elgin
11:00 am
Monday August 17
Wednesday August 19
Monday August 24
Saturday September 12
📣 South Elgin Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hello!
We are seeking a nanny or home day care. We have 2 children (2 YO and 4months). We both work in law enforcement so our schedules sometimes change… (Nextdoor Eastside) - Looking for employment.
I have some knowledge in plumbing. I want to be a plumbing apprentice if anyone is willing to throw me under their wing? Ill email my resume. (Nextdoor Sundown Rd)
- Target posted a job opening for Specialty Sales (Style, Beauty/Beauty Studio or Tech) (T1896) in South Elgin. Apply here.
- Buckhead Meat and Seafood posted a job opening for Meat Packer in Elgin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Elgin here.
🗞 Nearby News
Elgin
- Just 16 years old, teen organizes Ragtime Festival at Fox River Trolley Museum (chicagotribune.com)
- Elgin News Digest: La Salle reenactment celebrates 50th anniversary; Hispanic heritage documentary, exhibit to debut (chicagotribune.com)
- A Life Well Lived (statecollegemagazine.com)
St. Charles
- St. Charles Addresses Noise Complaints After Kane County Fairgrounds Event (patch.com)
Geneva
- Underground Utility Cable Replacement Starts In Geneva: See Schedule (patch.com)
Ok South Elgin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Chicken Tenders (Thank you Mark J. for sending it in!)
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