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...
By Woodrow Carroll Postseason Major League Baseball (MLB): October 5, 2004, the Minnesota Twins defeated the New York Yankees, 2-0, in an American League Division Series game. It was the opening playoff game of the postseason for both clubs. It was the last time the Twins won a postseason game....
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Remarkable memories often take a focus on the unusual. The staggered start of college football by conference from early September to early November 2020 qualifies as highly unusual. All of sports, high schools to the professional ranks, therefore qualify as unusual. There is no high school football in Illinois this...
Sandra Gonzalez, in her communications for her campaign, announcement recently said she will run for Waubonsee Community College trustee. She held a private event for her official announcement, Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Millennium Plaza, 11 Stolp Avenue in Aurora. Here is why she is running for trustee: “During this...
Muralists Josh Schultz and Rebekah Axtell work to finish the "Aurora" mural Saturday on the back of a building at 5 S. Lake Street.
A family inspects a garbage truck and tow truck, above, at the third annual Community Hero Day Saturday, Oct. 3, at Aurora Regional Fire Museum.
By John Montesano The Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club named Thomas Laue October 2020 Veteran of the Month. Born June 24, 1970, Tom Laue grew up on a farm in Humboldt, S.D.. In June 1988, he joined the South Dakota Army National Guard (ARNG) in Sioux Falls while in high...
Marine Corps League Golf Committee representatives, Tom Bulin and Joe West, left, and Mike Eckburg, right, present checks to three food pantry representatives in the morning Thursday, Oct. 1 at the Fox Valley Breakfast Club at the 1 E. Benton building in Aurora.
