A consistent recommendation during the CHANGE (Community Helping Aurora’s Necessary Growth and Empowerment) police policy review sessions held in the recent Summer was for the City of Aurora government to hold meetings where residents can share general thoughts on policing and progress in Aurora beyond policy discussions. In response to...
Dick Schindel, right, brings a fundraiser to-go luncheon to the drive-thru client Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Gaslite Manor in Aurora.
Steve Beatty, president, pauses for a photo Tuesday, Sept. 29 at the Kiwanis Club of Aurora installation of officers and directors at the Aurora Country Club.
Mail-in ballots are valid. They do work, noise to the contrary, notwithstanding. We do live in interesting times and ultimately memorable, not because they are legitimately difficult times, rather because overall we can find a way to overcome those difficult times. We must overcome the polarization in the country. Respectful...
Editor’s note: Rick McKay, Joe Masonick, and Jack Karolewski, have been annual travel companions for more than 50 years to a variety of sites with many goals. This week’s adventure is the 10th in the series. The previous part is at thevoice.us/india-egypt-next. By Rick McKay Our extended cultural and travel...
Kane County voters who observe, or experience voting problems, or irregularities during the November 3 general election should call the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office to report the problems. The election complaint line will be available from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Anyone who experiences or witnesses...
October 5, 2020Dear editor; The traffic noise that comes from Orchard Road into Sans Souci on Aurora’s West Side and other residential areas north and south along Orchard, is one of the biggest quality of life issues in Kane County District 4. This otherwise quiet neighborhood sounds just like the...
Microchips, nanotechnology and implanted biosensors (chips in humans) are in the news. The following article was included in the Children’s Health Defense (CHD) website by writer Pam Long. “U.S. military personnel will be the first subjects in nanotechnology trials in the pursuit of optimizing health and early detection of disease...
The Veterans of Foreign Wars, the VFW, gives out more than $2 Million in college scholarships every year to 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students through its Voice of Democracy scholarship contest. All students need to do is write and record a three to five minute audio essay on...
“Rich diamond and Pearl and Gold in evry Place was seen. Rare Splendors, Yellow, Blew,Red, White and Green, Mine eyes did evry where behold.” —Thomas Treherne’s “Wonder” Welcome to Russia, 1885-1917. Come inside to the world of Peter Carl Faberge. He was born May 18, 1846 and passed this life...
You’ve probably seen the ads on television telling you two different stories about the proposed amendment to the Illinois Constitution that is on the ballot for the November 3 election. It would amend Illinois’ method of taxation from flat tax to graduated tax. Those who support it, call it the...
The Village of Oswego government is encouraging residents to choose safe ways of celebrating Halloween this year to help stop the spread of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified traditional trick-or-treating as a high-risk activity that can promote the spread of COVID-19....
Readers may recall that in my August 29, 2019 article, I engaged in a bit of speculation concerning the upcoming November 3 presidential election and what our accidental president, Donald Trump, might do if he lost it. In fact, I posited two scenarios, both equally scary. My speculations have taken...
By Larry Quick Ninth in a series Previous article at thevoice.us/one-doctor-sees-little-covid-19-risk-to-those-under-18-years Last week’s article provided an introduction the issues and decisions surrounding the re-opening our schools and universities. These decisions should be based on the best scientific and medical evidence available. We will continue our discussion this week in part...
Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper1 (14.5 ounce) can canned tomatoes1 cup water3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice1/2 cup chile sauce1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 pinch ground black pepper1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro Directions1....
I’ve wondered what percentage of the human raceFrom childhood goes on to achieve all they can be?As stature, strength, agility all have a place,Desire, coordination, opportunityMust also be there, plus innate encouragement.For few of us will end up totally belowA living standard arguably not sensed or meantTo be…despite not being...
“Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon, going to the candidates’ debate. Laugh about it, shout about it. When you’ve got to choose, every way you look at this you lose.” Lyrics that you, at one time, could not walk into a bar or a gas station without hearing....
Information will be available for readers to celebrate, investigate, and engage with the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment! Jane Addams Hull-House Museum Chicago, four Illinois libraries and the RAILS (Reaching Across Illinois Library System) in a virtual suite of exhibits and programs will make the celebration...
Grandpa,Hey gramps, what I got stuck in my claw has been stuck on mind for the last five years, I work for an individual that owns a small independent company. He’s honestly a complete jerk and thinks he has his finger wrapped around me (his assuming that I’m not going...
By Bobby Narang The Northern Illinois University football team returned to the practice field Monday morning. In another twist to the football season, and sports world in general, the Huskies restarted their season after the Mid-American Conference officials reversed course and elected to have a shortened season. Northern Illinois head...
