Year: 2021

Feature Food

Watermelon one of the most beloved fruits in the world

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First of three parts Ocean Robbins of Food Revolution Network writes about one of Summer’s favorite foods: Watermelons. “Watermelons are among the largest and heaviest fruits available at most grocery stores, but is lugging them home worth the effort? Are they nutritious, or just a bunch of water and sugar?...

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Kane County COVID vaccinations planned

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The Kane County Health Department (KCHD), in partnership with Illinois Department of Public Health, will provide COVID vaccines at upcoming community COVID vaccination clinics. • Saturday, Aug. 28, 8 a.m. to noon at Batavia Farmer’s Market 111 N. River Street, Batavia• Saturday, Aug. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at...

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Feature History

Brave John: From Europe to a Ritchie Boy in WWII

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John was placed on a ship bound for the United States. The year was 1939. John was 16 years old. He spoke German, Russian, and English. He knew some Yiddish, but only enough to converse with his parents and grandparents. He was travelling alone because his Jewish parents could not...

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Government Military Veterans

No glory in war; just stimulates our darker impulse

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From the vault – 22 September 2011 (revised): A nation at war, defending itself against a cruel enemy. Hundreds and thousands of brave soldiers, laying down their lives to protect their country. Millions on the home front, remembering them, honoring their sacrifices, and erecting monuments to their glory. This is...

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Health Veterans

Veterans can be helped who require coping with unrest

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There are more than 20,000 veterans in Kane County and officials are encouraging any who may need help coping with the unrest in Afghanistan to seek local resources for assistance. “As always but perhaps even more so now, Kane County is here to support its veterans who may need assistance...

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Food

Recipe of the Week: Salmon Cakes

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Ingredients1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil¼ cup minced onion2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper2 tablespoons minced celerysalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon capers1 ¼ pounds fresh wild salmon, coarsely chopped¼ cup mayonnaise¼ cup panko bread crumbs2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 pinch cayenne pepper1 pinch paprika1 tablespoon panko bread crumbs, or...

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Poetry

Poem: Our Labor Day

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Okay, So it’s Labor Day…so what?What does it have to do with what I’ve got?What happened all those many years agoDoes not seem something I should want to know. Well, listen up! It has to do with you.What you are capable of earning, too.It helped to elevate the common man;Slave...

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Government

State needs include that Edgar Fellows do step up

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Former Illinois governor Jim Edgar has created a program that might be the last great hope for struggling Illinois, yet his Edgar Fellows Program has yet to prove its potential. I propose that the nearly 400 Fellows take on the task, never before tried, of building a strong future for...

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Education Government Health

State mask mandate of schools draws mixed reactions

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By Peter Hancock A capacity crowd packed into the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)) room Wednesday, Aug. 18 and many more stood outside the building in Springfield to protest the State’s new indoor mask mandate in all public and nonpublic schools. “I’m so tired of hearing how resilient our...

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Environment Events

Climate activists seek results with climate bill

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Climate activists and union members who live in Illinois’ 19th State Senate District will deliver a letter to senator Michael Hastings at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27 urging him to pass a strong climate bill without the $700 million nuclear bailout. Hastings is the chairman the Energy and Public Utilities...

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Carousel Events

Aurora Public Library District roundtable discussion: Build better client rapport

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Calling all business professionals, entrepreneurs, and career-minded individuals! Are you looking to build stronger client relationships, or make progress in your career journey? The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) invites you to participate in the roundtable discussion, Givers, Takers, & Reciprocators – Building Mutually Valuable Business Relationships that Last, Monday,...

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Entertainment Events

Four-day Vet Fest runs through Sunday, Aug. 29

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Shawn Barker will start Vet Fest Thursday, Aug. 26 with his “Man In Black” Johnny Cash Tribute Show along with special guests Hillbilly Rockstarz at the Oswego Entertainment Venue, 1010 Station Drive, Oswego Vet Fest will be a four-day concert series and will feature eight bands which will benefit veterans,...

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Ask Grandpa: On education, life’s experiences, bad lens

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Grandpa,School will start again very soon. I am in a pickle over how to deal with it. I recently became the legal guardian over two of my grandchildren. They have been living with me for the majority of the Summer. They are grade school age and have no friends in...

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Events Police

Traffic delays likely during PrairieFest

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The Oswego Police Department is reminding the public to expect increased traffic congestion and delays in Oswego beginning Friday, Sept. 3, through Monday, Sept. 6, due to PrairieFest activities. Motorists should expect delays in particular while traveling on the following: • Illinois Route 71 between US Route 34 and Forrest...

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Back to Business Grants good

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In an effort to further support the local economy, State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, encourages small and local businesses to apply for the Back to Business Grant Program, which has been set up to support the continued recovery of Illinois businesses. The application process formally opened August 18 for businesses...

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Events Kids/Youth

Naperville Kids’ Night Out returns

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Naperville Park District is bringing back Kids’ Night Out, a monthly, themed evening at Fort Hill Activity Center’s childcare center and indoor playground for kids ages four to 12, with dinner and fun, instructor-led activities. Parents can drop off their kids and then enjoy free time on a Friday evening....

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Events Government

Oswego dream realized: Venue 1012 opens

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In just two short years, and with a lot of collaboration from community partners, a dream has become reality along Oswego’s Orchard Road corridor. The new Venue 1012, 1012 Station Drive, is officially open, as of last week, and will provide a home for entertainment and the performing arts in...

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Oswego seeks artists for downtown mural

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The Village of Oswego is seeking artists to submit proposals for a new mural in downtown Oswego. The mural is a project of Oswego’s Cultural Arts Commission in its mission to build a vibrant permanent public art collection in Oswego. It’s planned for the building at 59 Main Street, home...

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Feature Pets

St. Charles resident part of duo which saves dogs

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August is National Dog Month, a month-long celebration of the most commonly owned and lovable pet recognized during the dog days of Summer. We wanted to share how a St. Charles resident, Missy Young, has been saving dogs in her community and throughout Illinois and uniting them with their forever...

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