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Coach dies after cancer fight

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A beloved high school coach known for his care and support for his students passed away on Friday morning after a six-month battle with cancer.In May, Elgin High School teacher and coach Matthew Foehner was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, which can progress to leukemia. Since then, the Elgin community has rallied together to support Foehner and his family throughout the ups and downs of the journey.Earlier this month, Foehner was sent home from the hospital on hospice care after about two months in the hospital. “Since Matt came home from the hospital, we have enjoyed time being together in the comfort ...

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