Good morning, Arlington Heights.

John Hersey High School librarian Bruce David Janu’s short horror film Say My Name will play at the Chicago Horror Film Festival from May 16—18 at the Logan Theater, and it won a Best Cast Award at the Couch Film Festival in Toronto while featuring Woodstock resident Maria Puga.

Construction is underway near the Arlington Heights-Rolling Meadows corner along Illinois Rt 53 and Euclid Road as part of an $82.8 million project to rebuild a 6.4-mile roadway and upgrade bridges, traffic signals, lighting and drainage.

Overnight lane closures were in effect from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. and DOT confirmed the project is not linked to the Chicago Bears' potential move from the former racetrack site—approved years ago.

Arlington Heights officials approved an amended agreement on Monday night with Hunden Strategic Partners to review traffic, economic impact, and other studies submitted by the Chicago Bears for a proposed stadium four years after discussions began.

Hunden will check the studies to ensure the team’s analysis is sound—this step marks a move into the formal review process.

Cook County Health and NAMI Chicago launched a multi-year initiative on April 23 to expand mental health support countywide.

The campaign features a new text and chat support line for young people and peer-led recovery groups—key steps to reduce stigma—and a countywide effort to encourage folks to seek help.

The Home & Garden Calendar highlights regional events including the Arlington Heights Garden Club’s community restoration meeting at St. Simon’s Episcopal Church, 717 W.

Kirchoff Road, on Monday, April 28 at 7 p.m.—social time starts at 6:30 p.m. Other local and nearby clubs are hosting plant sales, workshops and presentations through May 18.