Aurora’s Keystone Building Lofts: ‘Breathing new life’
Urban Equity Properties held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark construction of the Keystone Building Lofts, an $11 Million, multi-unit redevelopment of the historic Keystone Building at 30 S. Stolp Avenue in downtown Aurora. “We are taking yet another building in Aurora and breathing new life into it,” said Aurora mayor...
A trick or treat treasure: Aurora No. 4 in the Nation
For the fifth straight year, Aurora has been ranked as one of the best cities in the United States for trick-or-treating by finance website SmartAsset. Aurora ranked fourth out of the 256 largest cities in the Nation. To identify the Best Places to Trick-or-Treat in 2019, SmartAsset ranked the cities...
Pet of the Week: Callie loves to jump, hide, and play
Callie is a female Domestic Shorthair Calico born May 18. Callie’s mother was found pregnant outside near a farm. She has the strongest markings of a calico cat. Callie loves to play with her siblings and will not let them get rough with her. She loves to jump, hide, and...
Oswego street closures ready to clog traffic for construction
A recent discussion with an interested individual revealed that the person was unaware that The Voice does not print all the news that fits. It is a continuing process of squeezing, trimming, and consolidating to present information. Then many good items must be left out. It is reality. Here are...
A salute in Vet Tech Week to personnel
October 10, 2019Dear editor; When Fido wags his tail happily at the check-up by veterinarians, they’re the first to give a treat and a hi-five. When he isn’t feeling well, they check his vitals and help the doctor find the right solution. Good or bad, in laughter or tears, they’re...
Non-profit GivePower brings water to residents in Africa, Asia
First of two parts Clean water often has been referred to as “Blue Gold” and it certainly deserves such a title. Business Insider included the following article written by Morgan McFall-Johnsen. “A new solar-powered device turns salt water into fresh drinking water. “GivePower, the nonprofit behind the technology, is debuting...
Diwali Festival in Aurora Saturday, Oct. 19
The Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board (IACOAB) of Aurora has organized its sixth Diwali Festival of Lights celebration Saturday, Oct. 19, at Metea Valley High School, 1801 N. Eola Road, Aurora. The evening will feature Indian folk dances, music, food, and a display of ethnic apparel and jewelry. Past...
Veterans assembly at West Aurora November 8
All Aurora veterans are invited to attend the annual West Aurora High School Veterans Assembly at 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 8 in the Main Gym at West Aurora High School. We will have patriotic songs, recognition of veterans, performances by the Blackhawk Drill Team, and a keynote speech from Aurora...
Greater Aurora Area Chapter, Citizens’ Climate Lobby will meet October 22
The next chapter meeting of the Greater Aurora Area Chapter, Citizens’ Climate Lobby will be Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6:30 p.m. at Oswego Presbyterian Church, 1976 Route 25, Oswego (Classroom 4). The meetings are usually on the Tuesday after the second Saturday monthly talk. However, due to a scheduling conflict, this...
Final thoughts on Londontown visit in a world class city
The second part can be viewed at thevoice.us/languid-london-captured-on-warm-september-holidays Last of three parts “Hats are radical, but only people who wear hats understand that.” —London milliner Philip Treacy London in September was beautiful azure skies and glorious sunshine. Average temperatures were in the 70s and without rain at all. Perfect for...
Neighborhood Activities 10-17-19
Aurora • Friday, Oct. 18 • 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Aurora Historical Society Fall Fund Raiser The fall fundraiser for the Aurora Historical Society will be a Halloween party to include costumes, food, dancing, music, refreshments, a cash bar, and historical characters. The party will be at One East...
A Focus on History: October 17 through October 23
October 17Gangster Al Capone is sentenced to 11 years in prison for tax evasion and fined $80,000 to signal the downfall of one of the most notorious criminals of the 1920s and 1930s. – 1931. Paris police kill more than 200 Algerians who were marching in the city in support...
Muslim Educational Cultural Center of America’s motives in question
The Muslim Educational Cultural Center of America (MECCA) claims its goals are “to guide young Muslims” and “build bridges of understanding with other cultures and faiths.” Yet, the Chicago area mosque’s willingness to promote hate preachers and anti-Semitic demagogues, reflects the continued influence of its Islamists founders and leaders. The...
A Halloween story uplifting and carved to fit
It appears Fall officially has arrived and soon Halloween will be upon us. There will be blood-curdling shrieks, moans, eerie, and unearthly sounds from all manner of creeps and goblins to send us searching for safe hiding places. But once you ignore Congress, it will be much more peaceful. One...
Nominations open for Batavia Citizen of the Year Award candidates
Is there a Batavia citizen who exemplifies giving back to the community through outstanding service and dedication? If so, make a nomination for the annual Batavia Citizen of the Year Award. The award honors extraordinary contributions to the community over the course of the recipient’s lifetime. This person (or persons)...
Recipe of the Week: Apple butter
Ingredients 1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed 1 cup apple cider 4 pounds Macintosh apples – peeled, cored and chopped 3/4 cup dark brown sugar 1/2 cup apple brandy (apple cider can be a substitute) 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon...