Month: January 2021

Imploding on multiple fronts: We must stand for the dream

By John W. Whitehead and Nisha Whitehead It is what we have been reduced to: A violent mob. A Nation on the brink of martial law. A populace under house arrest. A techno-corporate state wielding its power to immobilize huge swaths of the country. And a U.S. Constitution in tatters....

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Ask Grandpa

Ask Grandpa: Each has a real voice in the U.S. elections

Grandpa,I am sick and tired of individuals who did not take the opportunity to vote pitching the (a fit) about how the election turned out. If they can’t take the time, or put out the effort to vote, they should accept things as they are and keep their opinions to...

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Redistrict lines by legislation?

By Peter Hancock Republican Party members in the Illinois House said Tuesday that they hope to use legislation, instead of a constitutional amendment, to change the way State legislative and congressional district lines are redrawn every 10 years. The so-called “fair maps” proposal would authorize the General Assembly to set...

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The Rime Ice in Winter nice

Winter’s delight can include little known Rime Ice. The ingredients to reach the picturesque scene to the, include freezing fog for a lengthy duration, small super-cooled water droplets which freeze on contact with surfaces somewhat below freezing.

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Caution, healing, quick work early in the day, helpful

We at The Voice place a high value on information submitted for print. It is all part of the conversation pieces among neighbors, and, essentially, that is what we all are; neighbors, trying to get along, help our families and friends, and be better associates in the larger sense. These...

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Sense of freedom; cows’ curious encounter

Editor’s note: Rick McKay, Joe Masonick, and Jack Karolewski, have been travel companions for more than 50 years to a variety of sites with many goals. This week’s adventure is the 23rd in the series, a 14-day hike in 2005 across northern Spain’s intriguing Camino de Santiago, known as the...

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First Division Museum at Cantigny Park host to Desert Storm series

The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park continues its acclaimed Date with History series this month with a virtual program about Operation Desert Storm. Author and historian Jim Corrigan will present “Desert Storm Air War” on Zoom at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14. The program is free, but registration is...

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Comment on greetings at Christmas

January 2, 2021Dear editor; Regarding Joan Solms’ letter published in the December 31, 2020 issue of The Voice, “True meaning of Christmas essential” (thevoice.us/true-meaning-of-christmas-essential): I strongly disagree with Ms Solms’ assertion that “Happy Holidays is a satanic means to ignore Him, degrade Him, crucify Him, again.” Part of living in...

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American dream roadblock: Robbery of game center

By Jason Crane Let’s face it, pursuing an American dream of owning your own business in many industries is getting tougher and these days proves no exception for many entrepreneurs! Oswego entrepreneur Bob Lockwood felt the pain. He was let go twice as a manager of an indoor laser tag...

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Confronting possibilities that farming affects climate change

Second of four parts The previous part is at thevoice.us/examination-of-farming-today-cows-and-climate-change Public-owned BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) offered an interesting article by Emily Kasriel. She asked how dairy farmers in the United Kingdom see the role of their industry in climate change and finds a mixture of doubt, denial, and commitment to...

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Support requested for vandalized churches

Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora is asking congregants and community members to write letters to support black Methodist churches vandalized in Washington, D.C., Dec. 12. Saturday, Dec. 12, racist mobs attacked Asbury United Methodist and Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal churches, two renowned, historically black congregations in downtown Washington, D.C.....

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The Aurora Roundhouse, architecture, a gift for posterity

“Player with railroads and the Nation’s freight handler” —Carl Sandburg Railroads were freighted with destiny. Flumes of white smoke over the Rockies became the main symbol of the United Sates and its achievements. The nervous panting, that pam-pah, pam-pah, now slow and even, now hurried, came directly from the soul...

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Naperville government buildings still closed

All city of Naperville government buildings will remain closed to the public until Monday, Feb. 1, in a continued effort to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the community. City services will be offered during this closure. First responders with the Naperville Police and Fire Departments will continue to...

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Oswego Senior Center host to many events

The Oswego Senior Center, 84 Templeton Drive, Oswego, will be host to many events for seniors. All events will take place at the Oswego Senior Center unless otherwise noted. • Winter Bingo, Virtual through Zoom, Wednesday, Jan. 13, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.. Oswego Senior Center invites seniors to enjoy...

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Within new year optimism, first a few items wrapped up

It was a difficult birth for the 2021 New Year’s Baby. He (I assume it’s a he because the old year always goes out with a long beard) had to be brutally yanked out with forceps, kicking and screaming, not wanting to come into the pandemic world. Thinking of kicking...

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Aurora Navy League dinner, U.S. border presentation, January 19

The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its in-person monthly dinner meeting Tuesday, Jan. 19, on the third floor of the former Aurora Library, 1 East Benton Street, Aurora, which is a very large room. Body temperature checks and social distancing will be practiced for seating. A choice of...

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Recipe of the Week: Smotherd Chicken Breasts

Ingredients4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon olive oil8 strips bacon1 sweet onion, sliced1/8 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Directions1. Sprinkle chicken with salt and lemon-pepper. 2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium...

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In The Beginning

That God helps those who help those who can’t help themselvesIs only one way that a godly effort delves.Into our actions, most often in such a wayWe never knew that God had been there, felt His play. His actions rarely will divert our history,But it has happened, sometimes very openly.Since...

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