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
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..
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
It is no secret that 2020 was a less than desirable year for many, and so you might be looking forward to starting fresh this year. For many of us, de-cluttering and reorganizing our living spaces can be one way to make a positive change. One question is always at
Grandpa says: There were a few letters that came in after the Thanksgiving Gratitude column was filled and sent to the publisher. Grandpa believes that it is appropriate to publish them as the first column of the New Year. As we reflect on the good times of the past, we
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in January and February. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. Yorkville Public Library continues to offer regular operating hours.
Written in quill pen, not literally; it was 1965, my master’s thesis was about “Leaderless Politics: The Illinois Republican Party.” Not much has changed. That was an era when party organization mattered. My thesis was that when Republicans lost control of the governorship, the party became leaderless. Not much has
First of two parts A coalition representing Illinois law enforcement leadership and rank-and-file officers has issued a 15-point plan in a Safe Communities and Law Enforcement Modernization Strategy. The proposal is designed to build trust and stronger relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. The Illinois Fraternal Order
By Bobby Narang Three days into this calendar year, the Northern Illinois University men’s basketball program made headlines. In a shocking in-season move, the Huskies parted ways with long-time head coach Mark Montgomery, January 3, Northern Illinois athletic director Sean T. Frazier announced. “We thank coach Montgomery for his commitment
By Woodrow Carroll With the most uneven college football season in history coming to an end at 7 p.m. Monday, when Alabama will square off against Ohio State in the college football playoff championship game, we might offer thanks to Georgia and Ball State. Only Alabama, 12-0, and Ohio State,
The American Hockey League announced Monday that the 2020-2021 regular season will begin Friday, Feb. 5. The Chicago Wolves are among the 28 teams ready to play a shortened season that will feature an adjusted divisional alignment and a tentative postseason format. The Wolves plan to play all home games
The National Football League, just as does other high-profile professional sports, has a long reach through the country. Sunday’s first-round playoff game between the visiting Chicago Bears and host New Orleans Saints will not absorb all of the fans’ cheer for the Bears, 8-8 as an at-large team which qualified
Madeline ‘Maddie’ Bozik of North Aurora responds to questions from a Chicago WGN-TV channel 9 videographer during Maddie’s Mitten March Winter-gear-giveaway Sunday at North Aurora Police Department’s parking lot.
Quilts of Valor were the focus December 24 for military veterans.
