Month: July 2024

Food

Recipe of the Week: Szechwan Shrimp

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Ingredients1/2 cup water1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon soy sauce1/4 cup teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon crushed red pepper1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely-grated1/2 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup sliced green onions8 cloves garlic, minced1 pound raw shrimp, tails removed Directions1. In a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch,...

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Poetry

Poem: Independence Day

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Americans do love their Independence Day,And celebrate it in their own self-chosen way.Traditions have been coined to help us celebrate,But otherwise the choice is ours, and so we state.What must be seen here is the independence vein;We do it our way, either join in or refrain.There are so many plaudits,...

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Aurora House Histories revealing program July 13

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Have you ever wondered about the fascinating life your house may have led before you were the occupant? Who planted the roses in the front yard? What caused that large scratch across the floor? Part of the charm of living in a historic home is celebrating the history of the...

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Feature

Matt Monaco’s Texaco flew a white flag for victory

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By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, subscribers, and patrons, Happy Fourth of July! This week, on East New York Street at Union Street, on the northeast corner, was Matt’s Texaco. Matt Monaco owned and operated it. He had a white flag outside of the station, for a Chicago White Sox win,...

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Political

Political views of roles unchanged: Pew Research

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Although the economy, immigration, and abortion have emerged as major issues in the 2024 election, Joe Biden and Donald Trump have dramatically different ideas about the size and role of government. These differences reflect decades-old divisions between Democrats and Republicans over the scope of government. Among registered voters, large majorities...

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Environment Events

Stephanie Kifowit Shred & Recycle July 13

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Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit is proud to announce her office’s highly-anticipated 2024 Recycle & Shred Day Event, taking place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13 at 1677 Montgomery Road, Aurora. “A clean and sustainable environment is essential for the well-being of our community,” said Kifowit. “Our annual...

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Sports

Success: Aurora Central grad national champion; Patrick Hilby, Oswego in June

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By Bobby Narang Aurora Central Catholic High School senior Patrick Hilby closed out his season with a flourish. After capturing the Class 2A State championship in the 400 and 800 meters in Charleston, Hilby was named the 2023-24 Gatorade Illinois Boys Track & Field Player of the Year. Hilby becomes...

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Entertainment Veterans

Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 band “Salute to the Services”

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Aurora resident and Air Force veteran John Muschler stands Thursday, June 27 during "Salute to the Services" by Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 band. Muschler serves as Post 84’s sergeant-at-arms.

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Sports

Many changes in MLB franchises since 1952

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By Woodrow Carroll To many younger fans it may be difficult to know that there were many cities which at one time had two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams. In the late 1950s and early 1960s only Chicago had more than one team in the metropolitan area. In 1952 there...

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Sports

Recent Wimbledon tennis champions

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Men’s singles champions2023 Carlos Alcaraz2022 Novak Djokovic2021 Novak Djokovic2020 No competition due to COVID2019 Novak Djokovic2018 Novak Djokovic2017 Roger Federer2016 Andy Murray2015 Novak Djokovic2014 Novak Djokovic2013 Andy Murray2012 Roger Federer2011 Novak Djokovic2010 Rafael Nadal2009 Roger Federer2008 Rafael Nadal2007 Roger Federer2006 Roger Federer2005 Roger Federer2004 Roger Federer2003 Roger Federer2002 Lleyton Hewitt2001...

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Thoughts wander to ‘24 college football changes

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July in sports offers thoughts of football. Preseason and regular season are in view. The Voice in previous weeks had included the Chicago Bears preseason and regular-season schedules through the final regular-season game, January 5, 2025. Postseason play, of course will be determined. Optimism always starts high, at least relatively....

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Preparation prelude to play at Aurora Central

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Rehearsals are under way for “Beth: The American Telling of the Scottish Play,” an outdoor production at Aurora Central Catholic High School (ACC). The takeoff on Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” will be performed outdoors at 6 p.m. Friday, July 12, and Saturday, July 13, at the school, 1255 Edgelawn Drive in Aurora....

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Community Events Police

Popsicles with North Aurora Police

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North Aurora Police Department will be host to Popsicles with the Police from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 11 at North Island Park, 4 E. State Street in North Aurora. The public is invited. Admission is free. Visitors are invited to meet Chief Joe DeLeo and NAPD officers who...

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Burlington Railroad anniversary July 28

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Aurora Historical Society will hold a Burlington Railroad 175th anniversary banquet program from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N. Broadway in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission by July 16 is $75 for AHS members, $85 for nonmembers; after July 16, admission...

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Events

Electronics/Textile Recycling in Wheaton

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Electronics, clothing and shoes, cooking oil, and florescent tube lights will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 13 at 820 W. Liberty Drive, Wheaton Public Works Storage Lot. Acceptable items: Clothing, shoes, sheets, bedding, towels and other household textiles in any condition. No heavily soiled items. Shoes...

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