I wish I could unsee this, Will Bill at it again

Just when I thought it was safe to sit down and have a leisurely read of The Voice, what should assault my poor nearsighted eyes but a piece written by pseudo-contributor Bela “My Nose Keep Getting Longer” Suhayda. I took a Dramamine tablet and was able to read through his...

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Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s Día de los Muertos concert Nov. 2

The Elgin Symphony Orchestra will present a special concert on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. at The Hemmens Cultural Center , 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. The event is being held in partnership with Gail Borden Public Library and the City of Elgin, and will feature José Carlos Díaz...

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Yorkville Congregational seeks donations for Rummage Sale

Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will hold its rummage and bake sale Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at the church Sunday, Oct. 20 from noon to 5 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21...

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Marmion Academy students, National Merit Scholarship

Marmion Academy is pleased to announce that seniors, Adam Ozsvath and Matthew Sullivan, have been named Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. Ozsvath is the son of Keith and Susan Ozsvath of North Aurora and a graduate of The Avery Coonley School (Downers Grove). Sullivan is the...

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Recipe of the Week: Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons chilled basil pesto1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1 1/4-inch thick1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon ground thyme2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Directions1. Preheat oven to 375F. 2. Mix feta cheese, basil...

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Recipe of the Week: Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons chilled basil pesto1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1 1/4-inch thick1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon minced garlic1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon ground thyme2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Directions1. Preheat oven to 375F. 2. Mix feta cheese, basil...

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Never A Dull Moment

How often have you had occasion to declareIn honest fervent tone-of-voice “It isn’t fair!”Or having seen an ending you would dwell upon,Play out the musing “What if?”, pro or con.Or, on an accolade or discipline,, the pleaWhich you would choose to voice quite honestly “Why me?”Then, too, a voice you...

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Raise Your Voice with author Jason Reynolds, Aurora Public Library District

Virtual programming at the Aurora Public Library District offers a dynamic and accessible way for customers to engage with a variety of content from the comfort of their home! Through online workshops, author talks, and interactive events, we can reach a broader audience, making resources more inclusive and flexible for...

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Look back in Aurora: Down W. Galena Boulevard

By Ricky Rieckert This week in Aurora’s past, I am continuing on West Galena Boulevard (Main Street), from Blackhawk Street on the west side heading East towards Downtown Aurora. Down at Locust and W. Galena, there were gas stations on three corners, except the northeast where there was a church....

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Oswego HS boys soccer success, next regional championship

By Bobby Narang Oswego East High School had the ideal opponent lined up for a memorable day. Oswego East boys soccer coach Steve Szymanski said he likes to make senior day “as special as possible.” The veteran coach scheduled Senior Day against top-ranked Naperville North. The Huskies are the elite...

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Three big college victories: NIU, Northwestern, Illinois

By Woodrow Carroll It was a rare weekend for the state of Illinois’ major college football programs when Northwestern, Northern Illinois, and Illinois each recorded victories last Friday and Saturday. And for a bonus the Chicago Bears won. What is going on? The Northwestern Wildcats (3-3 and 1-2) got things...

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Bears generate early excitement

The Chicago Bears are the new team in town. Led by top quality young players in key positions who expressed an interest in leadership roles early this year, the Bears have started with a 4-2 record and makes the playoffs a real achievable goal. Is there a limit to the...

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Little Ten soccer tournament, Indian Creek champs

The 43rd Little Ten Conference soccer tournament wrapped Thursday, Oct. 10 at Hinckley-Big Rock High School. Championship: Indian Creek defeated Somonauk-Leland-Newark Coop, 3-2 (OT/PKs) Third Place: DePue-Hall Coop defeated IMSA, 2-0 Consolation: Hinckley-Big Rock defeated Serena, 4-1 It was the fifth time overall, and the first time since 2005, the...

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BE WELL Illinois, state program for workplace wellbeing

A few months ago, as an elected official in my hometown, I had the opportunity to attend an expo that featured goods, services and agencies that help people of all ages, and I picked up a fun looking hat. The color is a vibrant blue, and the logo was positive....

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Rosary High School to present Mamma Mia! Nov. 1-3

Attendees can take a musical adventure to the isles of Greece with the songs of Abba in Mamma Mia! The Musical November 1-3 at Rosary High School, 901 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. Show dates are Friday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. and 7...

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