Month: June 2020

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Aurora tribute to health care heroes processional July 4

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The Aurora city government will take time on the Fourth of July Independence Day holiday to pay special tribute to its health care heroes for their stalwart efforts during COVID-19 and their daily sacrifices beyond the pandemic. Aurora mayor Richard C. Irvin announced Tuesday the City’s plans to be host...

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True meaning of Independence Day remains alive, well

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Liberty. Freedom of speech. First Amendment rights. Independence. Self-determination. They are components of Independence Day and the resultant celebrations which are important to many U.S. residents, including individuals who inhabit these parts of our world. Those lofty goals are still a part of what most of us seek to achieve:...

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Reaction to Charles Coddington column

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June 28, 2020Dear editor; Charles Coddington wrote an opinion piece in The Voice June 18 edition. In it he asserted, without any facts or supporting documentation, that the following “has failed us”: Our Federal government; our electoral system; our health care system; our law enforcement system; our education system; our...

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Missing 13-year-old found safely Monday

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Aurora Police received the call for a missing 13-year-old around 10 p.m. Sunday. Officers responded to the area and started investigating. We began a large search utilizing our officers, our drone team and a bloodhound K-9, as well. At approximately 8:40 a.m., Monday, Aurora Police Department dispatch received a call...

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Aurora Reopening Plan in effect

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In accordance with Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois Reopening Plan, the city government of Aurora will reopen parks and some outdoor recreational areas. Visitors to the reopened areas should maintain social distance, wear a face covering if adequate social distancing is difficult, and wash their hands thoroughly before and...

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President Lincoln set the stage to preserve the union

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The rolling thunder of heavy metal began at 9 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 1865. When the big guns destroyed the Confederate defenses around Petersburg, Va., the Union army led by General Ulysses S. Grant might end the four-year old Civil War and the United States would be divided no more....

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Change! Endorses Joe Biden

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By Margie Logman The problems I see in America today brought forth by the pandemic, the economic crisis, and the policing issues, is that we are often told of a reality that does not exist. We are repeatedly told that the economy is great but for whom? Many individuals and...

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July 4 ceremony in Aurora

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There will be another flag ceremony in the front of the GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) Memorial Hall July 4 starting at 10 a.m.. The GAR Hall is at 23 E. Downer Place in downtown Aurora. Participants will be AMVETS POST 103, American Legion Post 1944, AVAC (Aurora Veterans...

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The Venue in Aurora will re-open with restrictions July 18

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By Melissa Mercado Hello The Venue friends! I am writing to spread the good news that we are entering Phase 4 of Restore Illinois and that means that The Venue in Aurora will be allowed to re-open its doors to patrons! That said, we plan to go slowly and systematically...

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Police should serve and protect without qualified immunity

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Police brutality is a fact of life. It has been around ever since police agencies were created to enforce the laws and to protect the citizens from criminal activity. In every nation-state, in every era, one will find numerous instances of how ill-trained police officers enforced the laws, sometimes inventing...

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Past time for top-down overhaul of criminal justice

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After the police-involved killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Rayshard Brooks, bipartisan legislative efforts to work on much needed policing reforms, have hit a snag. Despite nationwide momentum, voting 55-45, US. Senate Democrats blocked a Republican bill that would address some policing practices, including the use of force and...

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Recipe of the Week: Beef Kofta Kebabs

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Ingredients4 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon kosher salt1 pound ground beef3 tablespoons grated onion3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper28 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Directions1. Mash the...

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Cutting the Cord Aurora Public Library program: Quality at less cost

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The Aurora Public Library (APL) will be host to “Cutting the Cord: Get the Programs You Want for Less!” at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 2. Those attending virtually can find out how to receive the shows they want while avoiding the high costs of cable television, or Direct TV. Naomi...

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Sugar Grove Library will reopen with limited schedule

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The Sugar Grove Library has identified Monday, July 13 as a target date for reopening with limited hours and services as part of the Phase 4 ReOpen Illinois Plan. A library differs from a business in that materials are circulated, touched, shared, and then recirculated to community members. Our physical...

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Ask Grandpa: A key: Understanding the other person

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Grandpa,A friend of mine lives in (a bordering state). He owns (a large farm), where it is perfect for hunting crows. Crow season starts July 1. He will not allow me to come to his property to hunt the crows. He will not explain why, he just says no hunting...

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Batavia’s Matthew Weerts will take ‘Mojo’ to Arizona

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By Bobby Narang Matthew Weerts is heading out west to find his mojo. Technically, the Batavia High School soon-to-be-senior linebacker found his football mojo a long time ago. Weerts, whose nickname is “Mojo,” committed to the University of Arizona in late June. The 6-4 and 224-pounder had many offers, including...

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Chicago connections to pro sports team dynasties explored

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By Woodrow Carroll To the historian, the word dynasty usually refers to a succession of royal, or powerful families that held power for an extended period of time. In modern times, dynasty often refers to a sports franchise that reigned supreme for an extended period of time. With Chicago as...

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Steve Schafer: Full circle, Batavia to Augustana

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“I’m excited. It was my dream job.” Steve Schafer, three-year starter and two-time all-conference basketball selection at Batavia High School, succinctly wrapped up his perspective on his recent selection as the next head basketball coach of Augustana College of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). “In 19 years...

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