Chicago blues artists immortalized in Aurora mural
Those soaking up sun in downtown Aurora can enjoy a visual treat along Broadway or Water Street, portraits inspired by the Leland Bluebird Recording Sessions between 1937 and 1938.
Governor signs $53.1 billion Illinois budget
By Andrew Adams, Jerry Nowicki, & Hannah MeiselCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com Governor JB Pritzker Wednesday, June 5, signed the State’s $53.1 billion spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year, the largest in State history. The signing caps months of work – and tension – among top Democratic Party leaders in Springfield...
12th annual Aurora Greenfest
More than 70 exhibitors and vendors were part of the annual Aurora Greenfest at the Prisco Center Saturday, June 8 in Aurora.
Oswego High School girls softball wins State tournament Class 4A
Oswego High School girls softball team captured third place in the Saturday, June 8 Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State tournament Class 4A (largest) in Pekin. St. Charles North won the State championship. Along the way the Oswego Panthers captured tournament championships in the Oswego Regional, Plainfield North Sectional, and...
Holidays significant, often personal
Holidays are special in a variety of ways to many different individuals. As a society we place value on holidays. Propelled by the May 30 dedication to Memorial Day, celebrated this year Monday,27, June is filled with special days on the way to one of the most significant to us...
Aurora City Council views STEAM Academy goals
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council viewed a presentation by executive director of APS Training Academy, Nicole Astra, at the June 11 Aurora City Council meeting. The presentation is a 2023 Annual Report recap from Aurora STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) Academy which listed a successful 2021...
Reader’s Voice: Thanks for wonderful Greenfest
June 6, 2024Dear editor; Saturday, June 8, was another wonderful Greenfest. We had more than 70 vendors and almost a dozen green car show participants at the Prisco Center in Aurora, along with great music, robots, food trucks, and special performers, to make a whole day of fun and environmental...
Seven community churches celebrate Pride Day
By Al Benson With a pancake breakfast and interfaith service, seven Aurora, Oswego, Batavia, and Geneva clergy banded together to celebrate Aurora’s Pride Day Sunday, June 9. Participating clergy were Rev. Brandon Perrine, senior minister, New England Congregational; Rev. Tammy Scott, pastor, Wesley UMC; Rev. Scott Hodge, pastor, Orchard Community...
Shotgun start for ‘Tee off to Defeat Diabetes’
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley are ready for their second annual “Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes” Golf Outing. The outing is only a few days away, Friday, June 21, at Bliss Creek Golf Course, 1 Golf View Road, in Sugar Grove, with a 1...
No confusion: Normandy heroes or No. 45
Last week we saw the 80th anniversary of D-Day and were reminded of the thousands of troops who stormed the beaches of Normandy. On the air were numerous recounts of that day and the events leading up to the assault on German forces from land, sea, and air, plus the...
Men Who Cook raises funds
Fox Valley Christian Ministerial Alliance will be host to Men Who Cook fundrasier from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 29 at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10 N. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora. In addition to the curbside pickup event, there will be a classic car show. —Peggy Hicks...
Kidz N Boats learning experience
Kids aged 7 to 13 are invited to Kidz N Boats from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Phillips Park, Mastondon Lake in Aurora. Kids can learn about boating safety in kayaks and canoes. Lunch will be provided. Register at Aurora Township Youth Center, 313 Gale Street,...
Reader’s Commentary: On taking exception to The Voice writers
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda I’ve had to shake my head hundreds of times through the years reading Wayne Johnson’s montage of demeaning hateful slurs in The Voice cynically aimed at his favorite protagonist, Donald Trump and of course, yours truly. A couple of weeks ago, in a gesture of fake...
Aurora: Recalling East Side life, businesses
By Ricky Rieckert This week, we’re starting off with our history of Aurora at East New York Street, west of Farnsworth Avenue. Many year’s ago on the south corner was Kilborns Gas Station and Automotive. On the north corner was Harpers Used Cars, now KFC. Heading west to Kendall Street:...
Recipe of the Week: Summer Chicken Burgers
Ingredients1 ripe avocado, sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon butter1 large Vidalia onions, sliced into rings4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halvessalt and pepper to taste1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder4 hamburger buns4 tablespoons mayonnaise4 slices provolone cheese Directions1. In a small bowl, combine sliced avocado, lemon juice, and mayonnaise and...
Poem: A Fathers Day Lament
I keep insisting we have missed the boat;And on this subject matter you may quote.It’s Fathers Day—the dismal date we’ve set,It’s just about as poor as one could get.With football, basketball, and hockey gone,There isn’t much left to put interest on;Not something that won’t cost an arm and leg,Of something...
League of Women Voters host to immigration program
The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County, in partnership with the League of Women Voters Aurora Area and the League of Women Voters of Elgin Area, invite residents of Kane County and the surrounding communities to a timely and informative presentation on U.S. immigration policy and the issues...
Vision exams for children
Free vision exams for children ages six months to 16 years will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15. A clinic by Aurora Lions Club will take place at Aurora Public Library West Branch, 233 Constitution Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking...
Honors for veterans
June holds great significance for the military and veterans. It is a time to honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. As we celebrate Flag Day June 14, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by our military...
Elder abuse awareness June 15
In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, DuPage County will be host to a Senior Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 14 at 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton. The event will feature agencies that provide services for older adults and their caregivers in...