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Good morning, Arlington Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ With warmer weather, Nicor Gas reminds local residents to call 811 before starting outdoor digging projects in April—this free service marks underground utility lines to help avoid injuries and property damage. Customers must allow at least two days for markings before they begin digging.  Daily Herald

BUSINESS NEWS

  • ➤ The former Sheraton hotel at Arlington Downs is undergoing a $60 million restoration into a mixed-use development for restaurants and retail. The 13-story One Arlington Tower at Euclid Avenue and Rohlwing Road offers sweeping views of wooded areas and the Chicago skyline—marking the end of 98 years when people flocked to horse racing nearby.  Journal & Topics Media Group

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Arlington Heights police warned residents that the high school Senior Assassin game has appeared with warmer weather and graduation season and could cause serious injuries or even death even though it is not illegal—officials urge caution.  Journal & Topics Media Group

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ Erika Mickelburgh, a parent and former board member, will be the new principal of Saint Viator High School starting July 1 as she replaces Jon Baffico who left for new work. She has served as principal at Saint Paul of the Cross School since 2018 and brings over 20 years of school leadership experience.  The Daily Herald

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ Arlington Heights declared a $1 million surplus in its TIF District covering Town & Country and Southpoint shopping centers as the district enters its final years, and the surplus will be shared with local schools and other taxing bodies.  Journal & Topics Media Group
  • ➤ On Friday, April 4, 2025, the Chicago Fire Department conducted its Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting training at O'Hare International Airport that produced thick black smoke blowing east to west. The Citizen App mistakenly reported smoke behind houses near Lake Opeka in Des Plaines even though the smoke was from the training drill.  The Cardinal

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