Year: 2022

Mourning doves common both geographically and seasonally

Last of two parts Teri Dunn contributed the following article in the Birds&Blooms magazine: “Mournings doves are beloved in backyards across America. Learn interesting facts you should know about the beautiful mourning dove. Mourning Dove vs. Eurasian Collared Dove “Mourning doves are often confused with Eurasian collared doves, or white-winged

Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) collections will help Ukraine

A book-signing, blanket collection, and fundraiser, for Ukraine will be the highlight of the June meeting of Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA). The Aurora-based nonprofit social-service group will meet at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, at Gaslite Manor, 2485 Church Road in Aurora. Retired teachers, administrators, support staff members,

In early 20th Century, U.S. expanded, grew into world power

U.S. president Theodore Roosevelt said “Believe and you’re halfway there.” Throughout his presidency from 1901-1909, he pushed lawmakers and citizens to dream and experiment. During this decade Americans dealt with social issues, businesses expanded, and manufacturers introduced new products, including paper towels, paper cups, Hershey bars, and crayons. Let us

Centennial Park Skate Facility Renovation Survey Now Available

Naperville Park District is seeking input from local users of the Centennial Park Skate Facility to help guide a new design, which will be completed in 2022 in preparation for a renovation of the facility in 2023. The design survey is available online now through Monday, May 23 at www.napervilleparks.org/news.

Recipe of the Week: Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Ingredients1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice3 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into one-inch pieces1 (6 ounce) container plain Greek-style yogurt1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, squeezed of water, and grated1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons white vinegar6 wooden skewers, or as

Hinsdale Central, Glenbard West, aim: State volleyball success

By Bobby Narang One year after losing in the sectional finals, the Hinsdale Central High School boys volleyball team is aiming to make another run at the State championship. The Red Devils, who won 21 of their first 26 matches, have been building toward another strong showing in the state