Year: 2024

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Aurora Lions induct two members

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Aurora Lions Club inducted two new members during its November 7 membership luncheon at Pomegranate Restaurant in Aurora. Welcomed to the club were Mary Arch of Aurora and Gabriela “Gabby” Gaytan, North Aurora. Randy Brown, co-president and membership chair, conducted the induction ceremony. With Arch and Gaytan, Aurora Lions total...

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Illinois school superintendent, strategy to boost math

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By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com The Illinois State Board of Education recently released the 2024 School Report Card, showing a record-high proficiency rate for students in grades 3-8 in English language arts while math scores still have not fully recovered from the low point they hit during the pandemic. In...

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Nazareth vs. Woodstock North, Garrett Reese’s football family

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By Bobby Narang Nazareth Academy’s Garrett Reese, is part of long and illustrious group of family members to make a mark in football. Reese, an Indiana recruit, said his family has a rich and deep history in football, especially at wide receiver. His older brother, Max, was a standout at...

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Northern Illinois still in arms reach of bowl eligibility

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By Woodrow Carroll Northern Illinois’ 42-28 victory at Western Michigan last week certainly won’t be remembered to the extent of their victory over Notre Dame, earlier in the season. Yet, the victory in Kalamazoo was ever so vital to a football program that has floundered since that meeting with the...

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NASCAR championships: Allgaier wins Xfinity, Logano Cup

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By John Schutt First, I must address the death of famous NASCAR driver, Bobby Allison, who was one of the “Alabama Gang,” Saturday Nov. 9. Next is good news: Justin Allgaier won the Xfinity Series Championship and was the first Illinois driver to ever win a NASCAR championship. NASCAR Cup...

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High school football playoffs: Quarterfinal schedule; select second round results

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Schedule Class 8AGame 25: Stevenson at Lincoln-Way East, Fri., Nov. 15, 7 p.m.Game 26: Maine South at Loyola Academy, Sat., Nov. 16, 1:30 p.m.Game 27: Naperville Central at Lyons, Fri., Nov. 15, 7 p.m.Game 28: Warren at York, Fri., Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. Class 7AGame 25: Lincoln-Way Central at Bradley-Bourbonnais,...

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Random Acts of Kindness to help heal our country

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It’s been a very long election and news cycle, extending for years. From our ongoing fatigue over the COVID-19 pandemic, to new variants and vaccine news, to a constant 24/7 media overload of pundits arguing over the recent election, we have seen an increasing division between family members and community...

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Aspiring Eagle: Burns flags

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By Al Benson Approximately 25 discarded U.S. flags went up in smoke Sunday night in North Aurora. The incineration took place in the North Aurora Police station parking lot as part of Brady Norris’ requirements for a BSA Eagle award. Norris, an Aurora resident and member of Troop 104 in...

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Events

Turkey Bowling Nov. 17

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Want to do something wild & crazy? Come down to the Plano American Legion, 510 E. Dearborn, Plano, for Turkey Bowling Sunday, Nov. 17, beginning at 1 p.m.. There will be a $5 donation to enter, win a turkey for a prize, snacks, cash bar, fun, and proceeds to Plano...

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Aurora Lions learn about Aurora senior, disabled services

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Enhancing life and legacy. That’s the motto of Katrina Boatright, Aurora’s director of senior and disability services. Boatright detailed her department’s offerings in a speech at the November 7 Aurora Lions Club membership luncheon at Pomegranate Restaurant in Aurora. Boatright cited AARP statistics that predict by 2030, one of every...

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Pet of the Week: Grover: Tough start, ready for home

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Grover is a male boxer mix, who is two years old. In spite of a rough start, Grover loves to snuggle on the couch with his humans. He had a rough start and needed surgery on his knees. He has been doing great with recovery. He will need the same...

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A Focus on History: November 14 through November 20

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November 14 In Constantinople, capital of the Ottoman Empire, the religious leader Sheikh-ul-Islam declares an Islamic holy war on behalf of the Ottoman government and urges his Muslim followers to take up arms against Britain, France, Russia, Serbia, and Montenegro in World War I. – 1914. The Depression-era Public Works...

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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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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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