“Paint the Street” is a public art project the St. Charles Arts Council (SCAC) fosters each Spring to engage the residents in art, community, and the beautification of the city of St. Charles. This past Mother’s Day weekend, the SCAC finished its fifth consecutive year of “Paint the Street”. Each
By Jenna SchweikertCapitol News Illinoisjschweikert@capitolnewsillinois.com As households across Illinois brace to lose their federal food assistance this month, grocery stores, especially independent grocers across the state, are preparing for the devastating effects of decreased spending. For some independent grocers, whose profit margins average 2%, a decrease in consumer spending associated
Congratulations to Noemi Hernandez, a first grade Dual Language teacher at Washington Elementary School, who was named Educator of the Year at the 50th annual Kane County Educator of the Year awards banquet May 1. Noemi has taught in U-46 for more than 25 years, yet her relationship with the
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Men and women who run for political offices must be men and women of the people and for the people. Political jobs are jobs for the people. A person who holds a political office must know that he or she is serving a massive number of
May 8, 2026Dear editor; I have been a long-term reader of the The Voice, and starting today, a first-time writer. I felt the urge to write after reading the Reader’s Commentary section: “Peace is possible, action was required by Trump in Iran,” in the April 23, 2026 issue of The
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council, Tuesday, approved a Resolution for a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the City of Aurora and Phillips Park Foundation, as requested by alderman of the Third Ward, Ted Mesiacos. The Phillips Park Foundation has recently been formed as a new Phillips Park not
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s June “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 16, at Panera Bread, 369 Randall Road, in South Elgin. Plan on stopping by,
The 23rd annual Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Illinois will take place from 5 a.m. to noon Friday, May 15. Law enforcement officers will collect donations from Dunkin’ rooftops to support year-round programming for Special Olympics athletes across Illinois. Donators will receive free donut coupon with any
St. George Byzantine Catholic Church, 720 Rural Street in Aurora, will host the 2nd Annual Sean Grief Memorial Car Show Saturday, May 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The show is open to the public with raffles, food, and beverages available. Cars may register for $10 from 8:30 a.m.
The Free Plano Food Pantry will allow attendees to get a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, and eggs, Friday, May 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 200 N Center Street, Plano. Bring a food pantry card, if you
North Aurora’s Spring Community Garage Sale will take place over the dates of Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16 from the driveways/garages of participating homes. Maps will be available soon at Village Hall, Village website https://northaurora.org/community/garage-sale, and also as an interactive digital option. Maps will indicate the days of
The City of Aurora government will host its Spring Food Truck Festival, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, May 15. Many trucks will line up on Benton Street between River Street and Broadway (IL Route 25) in the heart of downtown Aurora, to serve a diverse array of culinary
The Aurora Police Department is proud to announce the launch of its new Blue Envelope Program, a voluntary initiative designed to improve communication and promote safer interactions between first responders and individuals with autism or other communication differences. The program provides community members with a blue envelope that can store
Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser announced May 11 that her office has concluded its review of the February 9 student walkout, finding that Aurora Police officers acted within their scope of authority and did not engage in the use of excessive force. “Our office fully supports every person’s
Established by Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013, the competition is a nationwide event that allows middle and high school students from across the country to compete by creating and exhibiting a software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their
The City of Aurora unveils new funding opportunities for neighborhood festivals scheduled to take place in 2026. Neighborhood Festival Funding Grants are now available to organizations and neighborhood groups planning public community events that acquaint residents with each other, while also educating participants about Aurora. The program offers grants for
The Sierra Club Valley of the Fox will host its monthly program on Data Centers, at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 18, at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S Batavia Ave., Batavia, and on Zoom. Are data centers an asset to our communities or a threat? What can local municipalities do
The 29th annual Gardeners’ Sale will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 1870 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora, the parking lot behind West Aurora Learning Center. The Fox Valley Garden Club features plants from members’ gardens, as well as annuals and perennials from local nurseries available
Greater Kane County Illinois Chapter of Wild Ones annual Native Plant Sale will take place Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gray Willows Farm, 5N 949 Corron Road, St. Charles. The public is welcome to peruse the wheelchair-accessible seed/plant sale, with a large section of native
By Nikoel HytrekCapitol News Illinoisnhytrek@captiolnewsillinois.com The Illinois General Assembly continues to debate what to do about data centers as the artificial intelligence business keeps booming, and communities complain about their energy bills, noise and environmental impacts. Data centers are warehouse-like buildings that house computer servers and other infrastructure that power
