By Brenden MooreCapitol News Illinoisbmoore@capitolnewsillinois.com The Democratic Party chairs in Will and Kendall Counties chose Jessica Dixon Heitman Monday night to complete the term of former Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, and replace him on the November ballot. Benton resigned following an ethics investigation that found conduct described as unbecoming of
Even in a community known for opportunity, hunger affects an estimated 64,000 Kane County residents at any given time. Throughout July, Kane County Connects is spotlighting the work of the Northern Illinois Food Bank and its partners as they fight hunger and expand access to nutritious food across Kane County.
Rev. Steve Good, pastor at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Oswego, was honored at a retirement luncheon Wednesday, July 15. Good Shepherd United Methodist Men held the event at Taco Dale Cantina in Oswego. After 39 years as an ordained United Methodist minister, including 10 years as pastor of
By Dr. Glenn Mollette We have been seeing and hearing news about the possibility of permanent Daylight Savings Time (DST). Will this work better for you? There is a song called “Tulsa Time”. In the song, Don Williams sings about living on Tulsa Time. When he arrived in California, nobody
By Bonnie HiltonNaperville Senior Task Force member Seniors are making a much-needed impact in the volunteer community. Many older adults are leaving the workplace with years of knowledge, experience, and an unmatched work ethic. Those who are willing to share their time and talents as they connect with others are
With farmers market season underway across Illinois, low-income older adults may be able to get help buying fresh, local produce. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), administered jointly by the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), offers income-eligible older adults benefits in
Reverend Kenny Latimore, 67, of Garner, N.C., former pastor of the Aurora Advent Christian Church, died Saturday, July 11, in Garner. Pastor Latimore served in Aurora for about 20 years. Survivors include his wife, Kim, and sons Kelly and Keith. He passed on due to a glioblastoma tumor. —Al Benson
The next Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 monthly meeting will be Saturday, Aug. 8, at 8 a.m. 1677 Montgomery Road, Suite #106-108, Aurora. Participation helps keep our Post strong, and we welcome both familiar and new faces. Whether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, we look
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley is signing up crafters, vendors and food trucks for our first annual “Craft & Vendor Fair”, Saturday, Sept. 12, at Rosary High School Gymnasium, 901 N. Edgelawn Drive, in Aurora, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Why not join the 50
Batavia MainStreet’s largest annual fundraiser, Cocktails in the Park, will return Saturday, July 25 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at scenic Appleton Park, 100 N. Island Ave. in downtown Batavia, behind City Hall. The signature summer event will bring together great food from 10 local restaurants, vendors, live music,
Grab your dip net and get ready to wade into the water! The Forest Preserve District of Kane County invites the community to take part in the 8th Annual Rusty Rodeo, a free, family-friendly event focused on removing invasive Rusty Crayfish from local waterways. The event will be held from
Aurora’s St. Mark’s Lutheran Church will offer its inaugural “Chalk the Walk” Saturday, Aug. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., attendees are invited to pick up chalk and transform parking spaces at 27 S. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora into a colorful outdoor gallery. Open to all ages and artistic
Every year the Naperville Senior Task Force accepts nominations for the Senior of the Year Award. The award honors two seniors, one man and one woman, for their community service. Nominations are now open until August 31. Nominees must be 65 or older and reside in Naperville. Nominees should have
Grab a free Popsicle and meet members of the North Aurora Police Department during Popsicles with the Police Wednesday, July 29 from noon to 2 p.m. at North Aurora Riverfront Park, 25 E. State St., North Aurora. The public is invited to chat with the police chief and meet Pawfficer
By John Laesch, Aurora mayor The ethics ordinance that passed the Aurora City Council, July 14, is good news, but there is certainly room to continue working on better legislation. First the good news! The ordinance limits campaign donations to $1,500 from any corporation who does business with the City
The DuPage County Fair will runs from Thursday, July 23, through Sunday, July 26 at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road in Wheaton. DuPage County is inviting young residents to help paint a mural celebrating the Nation’s 250th anniversary during the DuPage County Fair from 11 a.m. to 4
The City of Aurora government and mayor John Laesch are set to host a new Summer Civics Series to engage the community on the City’s plans for the 2027 budget and its long-term outlook for public safety, infrastructure, and sustainability. The City of Aurora Summer Civics Series will start Saturday,
The Kane County Board has approved $824,579 in Grand Victoria Riverboat Fund grants to support 24 community projects across the county during fiscal year 2026. The funding, provided through the county’s annual agreement with Grand Victoria Casino Elgin, will support a range of educational, environmental, social service and capital improvement
The City of Aurora’s Special Census Initiative is a count of the City’s population that is held outside of the normal census in areas of new construction between 2020 and 2026 throughout City limits. During the 2020 Census, it was reported that the City of Aurora lost approximately 17,000 people.
Maybe it’s a piece of jewelry that belonged to a grandparent or a painting that’s hung on the same wall for decades. You don’t know much about it, but it’s been in the family for years and you’ve always been curious. Now is your chance to learn more! At the
