April 2023 – Page 3

A Focus on History: April 27 through May 2

On April 25, 2023April 22, 2023 By admin

April 27 After going three-quarters of the way around the globe, Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan is killed during a tribal skirmish on Mactan Island in the Philippines. Magellan was hit by a poisoned arrow and left to die by his retreating comrades. – 1521. Afghanistan president Sardar Mohammed Daoud is...

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Government InfrastructureJoliet Lake Michigan

Joliet government signs agreement for Lake Michigan water

On April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 By admin

The City of Joliet government has announced a 100-year agreement to purchase treated Lake Michigan water from the city of Chicago beginning in 2030 to ensure a high-quality and sustainable water source for southwest suburban residents for generations to come. The announcement of the agreement follows votes this week by...

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GovernmentGovernment John W. Whitehead Nisha Whitehead Rutherford Institute

First Amendment rights bulwark against tyranny

On April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 By admin

By John & Nisha Whitehead What the police state wants is a silent, compliant, oblivious, citizenry. What the First Amendment affirms is an engaged citizenry that speaks truth to power using whatever peaceful means are available to us. Speaking one’s truth doesn’t have to be the same for each person,...

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Earth Day – April 22

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

“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...

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Education Government MoneyAndrew Adams Capitol News Illinois Strike Teachers

State Universities end strikes

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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...

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Grants to DuPagePads

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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

FeatureCarter Crane Earth Day

Earth Day, green, respect, high-school age help

On April 18, 2023April 19, 2023 By admin

Earth Day will be April 22....

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Award Carousel GovernmentAurora City of Aurora Committee of the Whole

Fox Valley Developers, City, receive Award at Aurora COW

On April 18, 2023April 21, 2023 By admin

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...

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Carousel Pets PoliceMontgomery Montgomery Police Department Police

Monty, first comfort dog, to assist Montgomery Police

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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...

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FeatureDonna Crane Mourning doves

Mourning doves common in backyards across America

On April 18, 2023April 15, 2023 By admin

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...

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Carousel HealthDiabetes Club of Fox Valley

Visiting Nurses at Diabetes Club of Fox Valley

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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,...

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Environment EventsAurora Greenfest Environment Events

Aurora Greenfest Saturday, May 13

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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...

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Events GovernmentBarbara Hernandez

State representative Barbara Hernandez events planned

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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....

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Carousel EnvironmentJo Fredell Higgins trees

Single maple or giant forest: New way of life

On April 18, 2023April 15, 2023 By admin

“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...

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Government OpinionCharles Coddington

Coddington Agenda: Ten steps to assist the U.S. future

On April 18, 2023April 17, 2023 By admin

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...

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Commentary PoliticalBela Suhayda Reader's Commentary

Reader’s Commentary: Points made: Protecting children, 1619 Project problems

On April 18, 2023April 15, 2023 By admin

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...

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FoodFood Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week: Caper Cream Sauceover Chicken

On April 18, 2023April 15, 2023 By admin

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...

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PoetryPoetry Richard Williams

Poem: The Emerging Power Of Women

On April 18, 2023April 19, 2023 By admin

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...

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Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning Basics at Aurora Public Library District April 23

On April 18, 2023April 17, 2023 By admin

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...

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FeatureDeena Sherman

“…(D)o what’s right, even if you think it’s wrong…”

On April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By admin

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....

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