Community Unit School District 300 celebrates the completion of a 17,600 SF addition at Parkview Elementary School, supporting students and future growth.

Here is the biweekly (every other week) update on business resources & opportunities per the request of the Latinx Business Colectivo – Funding Opportunities working group.

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WASHINGTON —The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans for Illinois small businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by severe storms occurring July 2 – 4. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Governor JB Pritzker on Aug. 5.

Nominations are open for the 2026 Elgin Image Awards which celebrates individuals, projects, and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the Elgin community. Offered by the Enhancing Elgin Committee, a group of volunteers with the Elgin Development Group, a program of the Elgin Area Chamber, this prestigious program helps to promote why Elgin is a great place to live, work, learn, do business, get involved, visit, and enjoy.

The Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Lindsay Tintera as the organization's next President & Chief Executive Officer.

Summer is here! I’m looking forward to seeing our community enjoy all the season has to offer. July is Parks and Recreation Month – explore our state’s scenic parks, hidden gems and road trip routes throughout the summer at EnjoyIllinois.com. Over the next couple of months, bills passed during the spring legislative session will be signed into law. Learn more about the initiatives I supported and what’s still to come below. As always, feel free to reach out to my office for assistance at 847-214-8864 or SenatorCristin

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Please join us in welcoming our newest members to the Elgin Area Chamber! We're excited to have these outstanding businesses and organizations join our growing network of professionals dedicated to strengthening our local business community. Thank you for investing in the Elgin area and for choosing to be part of the Chamber family. We look forward to supporting your success, celebrating your milestones, and helping you build valuable connections along the way. Be sure to say hello, follow their pages, and support the

Elgin's new mobile app, City of Elgin: News and Portal™ now available to download! The app makes it easier to stay connected with what’s happening in Elgin and access city services from your phone, saving you a trip to city hall.

The position of mayor and four councilmember seats on the Elgin City Council, all carrying a four-year term, will be open in the 2027 Elgin municipal election. Petitions for candidacy for the 2027 election are available in the City Clerk’s Office, located in Room 202 of Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court.

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Here is the biweekly (every other week) update on business resources & opportunities per the request of the Latinx Business Colectivo – Funding Opportunities working group.

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The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) today announced that it has completed the previously announced spin-off of its Food Processing business, now operating as Midera Food Processing, Inc. (“Midera”).

YWCA Elgin celebrates 125 years of service with a special Anniversary Auction & Celebration on August 21, 2026, at Carmina’s Banquet in Elgin. The evening will honor the organization’s legacy of supporting local families through education, childcare, immigration services, workforce development, and community programs while raising funds to support future services and initiatives.

Celebrate Elgin Community College's new Manufacturing & Tech Center grand opening Sept 24! A state-of-the-art facility for hands-on training & skilled careers.

ComEd Market Development Initiative offers no-cost resources and training to help prepare a workforce for an energy efficient (EE) future through a comprehensive eight-week Newcomer Training Cohort.

The City of Elgin has been named the Number 6 Best Place to Live in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report in its newly released 2026–2027 Best Places to Live rankings. Elgin also earned the Number 74 spot nationally, placing Elgin among the top communities in the country.

New Principals at Streamwood High School and the Dream Academy

ELGIN - On Monday, June 1, 2026, the U-46 Board of Education appointed three candidates to leadership roles within For biographical details, see below. the district, effective for the 2026-27 school year.

Sign up for email updates on city-led road and infrastructure work through the new Construction Projects Hub

Elgin launched an online Construction Projects Hub at engage.elginil.gov/construction. Users can view an interactive map and sign up for targeted email updates.

Ray Haley Field named after legendary football coach

Larkin High School's new field will be named after Ray Haley, the school's legendary first athletic director and football coach who served from 1962 to 1990.

Old Republic owner Nick Smith bought a former Elgin IHOP to open a unique new restaurant, bringing fresh energy to the Randall Road strip mall this summer.

Summer is for fun, but rising temperatures

Summer is for fun, but rising temperatures and humidity can turn dangerous for our pets in the blink of an eye. Here’s what every pet parent needs to know to keep their four-legged family members safe and cool.

YWCA Elgin celebrates 125 years of service with a special Anniversary Auction & Celebration on August 21, 2026, at Carmina’s Banquet in Elgin. The evening will honor the organization’s legacy of supporting local families through education, childcare, immigration services, workforce development, and community programs while raising funds to support future services and initiatives.

The 2025-26 class of Elgin Area Leadership Academy (EALA) recently graduated, celebrating their completion of a ten-month, immersive leadership program that offered participants valuable insight into many facets of their community.

Do you know a filmmaker, or are you one yourself? If you have a story to tell, we want to see it!

The Hemmens is thrilled to announce that submissions are now open for the 18th annual Elgin Short Film Festival (ESFF), returning Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026. This highly anticipated event brings together filmmakers and film lovers for an unforgettable evening of short films and a premiere-style red carpet experience.

When your pet is in distress, the hardest part is not knowing how serious it is

When your pet is in distress, the hardest part is not knowing how serious it is, and in those moments, where you go can change everything. What may seem minor can escalate quickly, and choosing a hospital equipped to handle conditions that require a deeper level of care, can mean faster answers, fewer delays, and seamless access to advanced care without the stress of a transfer. At Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists – Hoffman Estates, our 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care team, work side by side with specialists under one r

Who says weekends get all the fun? This summer, your best plans might fall on a Thursday.

Who says weekends get all the fun? This summer, your best plans might fall on a Thursday. From June 4 through August 13, Elgin’s Concerts in the Park series is returning, and this year’s lineup covers a little bit of everything: funk, Latin rock, youth orchestra, The Beatles-inspired polka (yes, really), and even a silent disco with a unique, pick-your-own-tunes kind of experience! We’ll be rotating between Wing Park Bandshell (1010 Wing St.) and the Pavilion at Lords Park (100 Oakwood Blvd.), so you’ve got two grea

Poor collaboration is the most underestimated drag on business performance.

At Dogtopia of South Elgin, we believe in the life-changing bond between dogs and people. That’s why we’re proud to introduce Chester.

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The Elgin City Council agreed Wednesday to continue its partnership with the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce to provide economic development services for the city.

Small businesses across the Elgin area often launch with great energy but limited clarity about how to show up as a recognizable, trusted brand.

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Running a small business can be isolating, but collaboration can multiply strengths that would be hard to build alone.

Whether you're a local bakery, freelance consultant, or ecommerce store, one truth holds: word-of-mouth is still one of the most powerful marketing tools available.

K9 Resorts Secures Multi-Unit Agreement with Seasoned Chicagoland Entrepreneurial GroupFrom the Golden Arches to Luxury Dog Boarding, Multi-generation McDonald's Franchisees to Bring Eight K9 Resorts to Illinois

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