Day: November 5, 2024

Government Money

Pritzker’s budget office projects $3.2B deficit

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By Jerry NowickiCapitol News Illinoisjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com The first extensive public look at next year’s State finances contains a warning to lawmakers from the governor’s office: “The ability to fund new programs will be severely limited” next fiscal year. That comes from the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget, which projected a...

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Suburban Norwegian-Americans celebrate heritage with food, music, and crafts

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Taste of Norway Hostfest, an annual fall festival, was held Sunday, Nov. 3 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery by Sons of Norway Polar Star Lodge 5-472. The social and cultural group meets on the first Sunday of each month at the church. At noon, lunch was served and...

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Community

Johnson, new Marie Wilkinson Pantry executive director

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The Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry proudly welcomes Annette Johnson as its new executive director. Known for her leadership in food distribution and community support, Johnson will build on the legacy of Diane Renner, who retired November 1, after more than a decade of service. Johnson is committed to continuing the...

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Government

Young Civic Leader Honored on Election Day

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By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council honored a young civic leader on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the Aurora City Council, Committee of the Whole meeting. Although he is too young to vote, Shom Joshi, 17, is making his voice heard by amplifying the voices of young people...

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Government Opinion

Reader’s Voice: AI and the citizens of Aurora

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November 1, 2024Dear editor; Aurora stands at a pivotal moment in its history. Artificial intelligence isn’t some far-off technology of the future, it’s already woven into the fabric of our daily lives here in Aurora. AI influences decisions about our traffic signals, will help process our service requests at City...

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Diabetes fundraiser huge success, Club to meet Nov. 13

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By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their first gala dinner, “A NIGHT TO END DIABETES”, Friday, Nov. 1, at the Lincoln Inn, Route 31, in Batavia. More than 100 members and guests were in attendance to enjoy the social hour, complete with a large selection of...

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Events

TOM-A-HAWK 5K Turkey Trot Nov. 23

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East Aurora and West Aurora High Schools have historically been rivals dating to the annual football game that began in 1893. The game was typically the last game of the year, on Thanksgiving Day, and played on the neutral territory of Hurd’s Island in Aurora. To celebrate and honor this...

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Events

West Aurora Cemetery meeting Nov. 21

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The annual meeting of the West Aurora Cemetery Board will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, at the historic GAR Hall, 23 East Downer Place, Aurora. Anyone interested in the unique and historic cemetery is invited to attend. The cemetery is the resting place of more than 200...

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Government

Congressman Bill Foster Statement on Election Victory in IL-11

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Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement on winning the race for the 11th Congressional District of Illinois: “I am honored that the voters of the 11th District have reelected me to serve as their representative in Congress, and I am grateful for everyone who worked hard to make...

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Charity Events

State rep. Stephanie Kifowit, Toys for Tots donations

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Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, announced that her district office will once again serve as a Toys for Tots donation site this holiday season. Residents are invited to bring new toys, books, and unwrapped gifts (no stuffed animals) to Kifowit’s district office at 1677 Montgomery Road, suite 116 in...

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Feature

The Chas’ confessions of a taxi driver, part four

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Confessions of a taxi driver, part four: I now present a new category of “Crackerjacks,” which I call the “Pests.” Pests are those drivers who, while not posing any particular hazard to the free flow of traffic, nevertheless create uncertainty and/or anxiety just by their mere presence. Other Crackerjacks might...

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Food

Recipe of the Week: Cottage Pie

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Ingredients4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered6 tablespoons butter, divided2 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound lean ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon herbes de Provence1 teaspoon Worcester sauce1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 1/2 cups frozen peas Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease a 9 inch deep-dish pie plate. 2....

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Poetry

Poem: Remember To Remember When

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Each day, or week, or month. Or year,Will have those moments you endear,Which means you know them, and will makeThe effort needed each will takeTo have it worth the effort then,Proscribing it be done again.It’s true, some are as you had planned,Though valuable, please understand,These aren’t what you’ll remember most’The...

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Community Voices exhibit November 6-December 6

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Every community is a blend of voices, stories, and journeys that deserve to be heard and celebrated. At the Aurora Public Library District, we believe that by sharing these stories, we strengthen the bonds that unite the city of Aurora. Our Community Voices initiative has offered powerful moments of connection,...

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Entertainment Events

The City of Lights Film Festival November 8-9

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The second annual City of Lights Film Festival will take place November 8-9, throughout Downtown Aurora! Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at Two Brothers Roundhouse! Ticket holders will receive a single free draft beer or soft drink, with programming beginning at 7:15 p.m. in the Tavern...

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Charity Events

Wesley church, Thanksgiving dinner for needy

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Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street, Aurora, will be host to “Feast of Hope” an early Thanksgiving dinner for people in need from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. The sponsor is LV Cares, an Aurora-based nonprofit. Congregants and friends are requested to donate turkey, ham,...

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Sports

Second round of IHSA playoffs, Geneva looking strong

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By Bobby Narang With the first round of the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) football playoffs in the rear view mirror, the action will heat up this weekend. The first round of the playoffs is often a unique mix of mainly blowouts combined with a few surprises. The eight-class system...

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Aurora pop-up drive-thru pantry serves 80 families

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Rain didn’t dampen a drive-thru, pop-up food distribution in Aurora Sunday, Nov. 3. In cooperation with Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry, the event was sponsored by New Hope Advent Christian Church of Aurora in the Temple B’nai Israel parking lot. New Hope board chair, Char Dillon said, “We gave out...

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