“Earth rejoices our words, breathing and peaceful steps. Let every breath, every word and every step make the mother earth proud of us.” – Amit Ray, Indian author, and spiritual master “Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to...
By Andrew Adams Faculty at Governors State University ended a strike Monday, April 17 after being on the picket line for five days. Governors State was one of three Illinois universities which saw a faculty strike in the past week and the last to see their strike end. Union members...
DuPagePads is one of 70 Illinois recipients, and one of two DuPage County recipients, selected this year to receive IDHS capital grants to nonprofits. Announced by governor Pritzker, DuPagePads’ grant will be utilized to update and improve the 40-year-old former Red Roof Inn now used as DuPagePads Interim Housing Center
Earth Day will be April 22....
By Jason Crane The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) presented one of seven Regional Excellence Awards to Fox Valley Developers for their Bloomhaven development, former Copley Hospital in Aurora, and city government of Aurora, at the Aurora City Council Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, Tuesday, April 18. The...
Monday, April 3 at 10 a.m., the Montgomery Police Department officially signed the adoption papers for a German Shepard rescued by the Kendall County Animal Control in March. The new dog, aptly named; Montgomery Leo (aka Monty for short), will join the team as the Department’s first comfort dog. Approximately...
Reprinted from May 12, 2022Last of three parts Teri Dunn contributed the following article in the Birds&Blooms magazine: “Mourning doves are beloved in backyards across America. Readers can learn interesting facts to know on the beautiful mourning dove. Mourning Doves Mate for Life “It’s fairly common to see two mourning...
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley were informed of the Visiting Nurses Association’s efforts to help their diabetic patients at the Club’s monthly meeting, Thursday, April 13, at the historic Gray’s Mill Estate, in Montgomery. Community liaison, Elisa Lara, RN, from the Visiting Nurses Association,...
Everyone is invited to the Aurora Greenfest Saturday, May 13 for food, fun, learning how to help save our planet, and saving money on your electric bills. Grown-ups and kids of all ages will love the 100+ activities and exhibits at the Aurora Greenfest. Our exhibitors and special attractions give...
State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is sponsoring several events in April to foster community involvement and promote opportunities to her constituents. “I hope you’ll join me to beautify our natural environment, learn more about how to solve important social justice issues and take advantage of Chicago’s world-class museums,” Hernandez said....
“We need hours of endless wandering or …time sitting on park benches observing the mysterious world of ants and the canopy of treetops.” — Maya Angelou The April trees were dancing with new leaves in the Spring winds. They spoke of eternity, permanence, and of change. Trees and plants constitute...
The government of these United States is headed for yet another fiscal crisis. Fiscal Year 2023 will end 30 June, and the Joe Biden administration’s proposed budget for FY 2024 is dependent upon raising the debt ceiling in order to pay the Nation’s bills. Naturally, the GOP is totally opposed...
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Conservative actions concerning transsexuals and transexuality have to do with protecting these children, especially younger children and children up to and beyond puberty, from being groomed in ways that would lead them to becoming even more confused about their gender dysphoria. Impressionable and psychologically-confused children, with...
Ingredients4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried dill weed1 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons butter1/4 cup white wine1/2 cup whipping cream2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed Directions1. Season chicken breasts with salt, dill weed, and garlic powder. 2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place...
To each and every woman who will read this piece,Be cognizant how women’s power has found release.The list is ever growing, in transcendent roles,Quite varied in ascension, numerous in goals.Most of you will but shrug, this not affecting you,But yes it does—innately—things you women do.The point I wish to make—the...
No one likes to think about his or her death, but it is an inevitable part of life. That’s why it’s so important to have up-to-date documentation to make sure final wishes are protected. These documents give loved ones peace of mind knowing that everything is all ready taken care...
The expulsion and reinstatement of Tennessee House of Representatives members, Justin Pearson and Justin Jones, becomes more troubling the more we learn. Sure, I understand the importance of following protocol in legislative sessions. Pearson, Jones, and Gloria Johnson, should not have approached the podium during a session without being recognized....
Aurora Ward 4 Alderman Bill Donnell is the speaker and volunteers prepare to open Aurora Kiwanis Club's 2023 One Day community service project, a Fox River cleanup Saturday, April 15.
Shannon Cameron, executive director at Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry in Aurora, is a speaker at Citizens Police Academy of Aurora Alumni meeting at APD headquarters April 11.
Sikh youth gathered outside Aurora City Hall after a special proclamation presentation last week for Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month.
