Month: June 2020

Events Health

Montgomery Fest canceled

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After much consideration and discussion, the Village government of Montgomery has made the difficult decision to cancel its 2020 Montgomery Fest. The Village has spent the last two months reviewing guidance from the state government of Illinois, the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), and other sources and determined...

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Feature History

English Victorian times: Workhouse to silk toppers

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Queen Victoria came to the English throne in 1837. The River Thames was the wide meandering river then, just as it had been for centuries. Twice a day the River ebbed and flowed as far up as Teddington. The Victorian age saw many improvements, including the umbrella, flushing toilets, letter...

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Award Money

$1 Million prize drawn in Aurora

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In the Tuesday, May 19 Mega Millions draw, one lucky player in Aurora won a $1 Million prize. The winning ticket was purchased at Aurora Shell, 2112 Ogden Avenue, in Aurora and matched five numbers to win. The retailer will receive a bonus of $10,000, one percent of the prize...

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Government Health

Slow to take action may have critical consequences

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Australia. Germany. New Zealand. South Korea. Sweden. Taiwan. These are some of the countries which have gained a handle on the COVID-19 pandemic and are cautiously re-opening businesses, recreational venues, and government buildings. How did they do it? Their leaders recognized the seriousness of the virus early on and took...

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Food

Recipe of the Week: Orange Glorious

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Ingredients1 cup milk1 cup ice water1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate12 cubes of ice1/4 cup vanilla ice cream1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions1. In a blender combine milk, water, orange juice concentrate, ice cubes, vanilla ice cream, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth. Pour into three 12 oz glasses....

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Poetry

Flag Day 2020

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There’s nothing like it in the world; it is our flag, Old Glory!It well could be the focal point for any storyThat has to do with our existence from the start,Where it gives patriotism, dedication, heartIt symbolizes who we are, a trait we earn;Our faith in it is evident at...

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Carousel Community

Aurora Public Library host to Thrive Collaborative Center virtual panel

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Just like many communities across the country, Aurora businesses are suffering from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses in Aurora have closed their doors in our collective effort to keep individuals safe during this public health crisis. Even as the city begins to reopen, businesses will need...

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Crime Feature

Protests’ aftermath in Aurora: Change together

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Just like many cities across the United States, protests in Aurora were held Sunday over the death of George Floyd. My daughter, Kyra, was one of those protestors. She said the protest was comprised of many different groups. She was part of an event planned by Indivisible Aurora. That group...

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Health Opinion

Arguments over Kane County COVID-19 deaths

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By Judy Kanel I was honored to be present at the Kane County Board meeting Tuesday, May 12. The resolution that piqued my interest was the same topic that is being discussed and possibly voted on in regard to Res: #120-175. After a well-thought out presentation from Rich Nagel, editor...

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Community

End racism, work together: Fox Valley Christian Ministerial Alliance

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The Fox Valley Christian Ministerial Alliance (FVCMA) raises its voice in support of George Floyd and condemns the police brutality that led to his death. As Christians we believe that life is precious, that God so loved the world, He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes on Him...

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Business

Batavia Chamber Bucks available

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Encouraging individuals in to shop community, the Batavia Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of Batavia Chamber Bucks. Batavia Chamber Bucks are gift certificates in denomination of $10 and can be used just like cash at any participating business. Easy to use, simply write in the business name on the...

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Opinion

Ask Grandpa: Reactions: Marshal law assessment, lying

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Grandpa,We, as a nation, are going to feel the impact of this corona virus nonsense for generations to come. Our country will never be the same again. Our generation has felt the vice-grip of marshal law imposed on us during peace time. The sad part of it all is that...

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Sports

Return to sports takes tepid start; some still on hold

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Implications are that one by one sports will return. Details of how, when, and in what format are unclear. We continue to play the waiting game. Continually. NASCAR is running races without fans, the Fire, as a part of the Major League Soccer, will return to competition Saturday, June 13...

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Community Crime

Protest scheduled at Batavia City Hall Wednesday, June 3

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The city government of Batavia has been made aware of a planned protest to take place at City Hall at noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 3. No permit for this event has been granted because it was not timely requested and such an event would violate the requirements of...

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Health

Position explained in choosing care on COVID-19

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The following column is my position today: “I am very careful, and hopefully humble in knowing that I don’t know everything about this disease,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci, May 13, during a virtual U.S. Senate hearing. After more than 50 years in the health field, a pharmacy degree, and two...

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Money

R3 grant program available for nonprofits

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State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, encourages nonprofits and community organizations to apply for the Illinois Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) grant program, designed for programs in historically underserved Illinois communities, including large parts of Aurora. “The negative consequences of the war on drugs have been felt by poor and disadvantaged...

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Commentary Fundraiser

ALS walks in neighborhoods this year

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Meredith Lindgren of Aurora, widow of Bruce Lindgren who died of ALS, is inviting friends of Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora and other interested participants to hold neighborhood walks to raise funds for ALS Association on Saturday, June 6. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, the association is moving the...

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Government Opinion

We count when we: Wake up, stand up, speak up

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By John W. Whitehead Don’t pity this year’s crop of graduates because this COVID-19 pandemic caused them to miss out on the antics of their senior year and the pomp and circumstance of graduation. Pity them because they have spent their entire lives in a state of emergency. They were...

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