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🌱 Patch AM: What investigators know so far about Elgin’s massive salvage yard fire

Also, don't miss Carnival Glass ONLINE ONLY Auction September 10 on the Elgin Patch calendar

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Hello Elgin! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What investigators know so far about Elgin's massive salvage yard fire
  • Were you at this South Elgin clinic during the measles exposure window?

Also on today's calendar: Carnival Glass ONLINE ONLY Auction September 10 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Clouds breaking; less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 80, low: 60.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 81 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• More than 50 cars go up in flames at Elgin salvage yard fire (chicagotribune.com) — More than 50 vehicles burned in an early-morning fire Sunday at the Copart salvage yard on Bluff City Boulevard in Elgin, drawing help from several neighboring fire districts. Investigators say arson is not suspected, noting the property was locked and that battery-related issues in wrecked cars can sometimes spark fires, though the exact cause remains under review.
   

• Second measles case of the year reported in Kane County, health department says (chicagotribune.com) — Kane County health officials have confirmed a second measles case this year, linked to the earlier Kaneland High School case that generated up to 1,600 potential exposures. Possible exposure sites include Kaneland High School and the Next Generation Pediatric Clinic in South Elgin, and residents are urged to verify MMR vaccinations, monitor for symptoms, and follow quarantine guidance if contacted.
   

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  • ECC to Celebrate 10 Years of the Center for Emergency Services —Elgin Community College Read on Patch
  • Elgin Area Chamber announces appointment of Sarosh Saher as Economic Development Director —Pat Szpekowski, APR Read on Patch
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🗞 Nearby News

South Elgin

  • Scandinavian Fest in South Elgin celebrates Nordic culture Sept. 13 (shawlocal.com)

Carpentersville

  • Illinois National Guard soldier killed in Bureau County crash (wqad.com)
  • We remember: How the suburbs will honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 (dailyherald.com)

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Ok 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: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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