Kamala Harris gets endorsement
When Joe Biden announced he would not seek to run for president of the U.S. again, he endorsed his vice president, Kamala Harris, above, as the candidate for president of the Democratic Party.
Veggie Fest runs August 10-11
Veggie Fest will return for its 14th annual festival from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. August 10 and 11, at Danada South Park, Navistar Circle, Lisle. Veggie Fest has been consistently recognized as one of the nation’s leading vegetarian/vegan food festivals. Plus, it offers so much more for the entire
Aurora ribbon-cutting and tour at new Stolp Island Theatre
Mayor Richard C. Irvin, of Aurora, along with City staff members and Paramount Theatre officials, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, July 19.
Continuity in political process important
Our political conventions to choose candidates for November 5 presidential elections are under way. The world is watching, and nearly always is interested when the United States goes through its political process. It would be more beneficial if we had three strong candidates for office rather than two, however, not
Mayor of Aurora appoints deputy fire chief Nickel
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council unanimously approved a Resolution to appoint Kevin Nickel as deputy fire chief at the Tuesday, July 23 Aurora City Council meeting. Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin swore in Kevin Nickel, who was most recently assistant chief of operations with the Aurora Fire Department.
Reader’s Voice: Her theme: Mighty Joe Way to Go
July 19, 2024Dear editor; Some of my friends say both presidential candidates are too old, Joe Biden, 81; Donald Trump, 78. Some political pundits say president Biden can’t deliver the Democratic message forcefully. He delivers the message with action, instead: First thing in 2020, Biden got the coronavirus pandemic under
August busy for Diabetes Club of Fox Valley
By Russ George August will start off busy for members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, with three events in the first six days! Friday, Aug. 2, you’ll find us in downtown Aurora at First Fridays, “Stolp Island Block Party”. You won’t want to miss this party. It’s a
Bach and Beyond at Marmion Abbey
The 25th Annual “Bach and Beyond at the Marmion Abbey” concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 26, in the Abbey Church, 850 Butterfield Road in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. A door-offering donation will be accepted. The annual program is sponsored by
Naperville’s Night Out Aug. 6
Naperville’s National Night Out festivities are fast approaching, and residents are encouraged to mark their calendars and make plans to attend the local events scheduled for this celebration of community spirit and anti-crime efforts. Commonly called “America’s Night Out Against Crime,” National Night Out is held annually on the first
Her call: Put American hero on the ticket
Following what might be the most selfless act in the history of American politics, there is a space on the Democratic Party ticket in the upcoming election. I have a suggestion for filling it. Saturday we were having lunch with my son, Alex, in Peoria. He asked whether I thought
Rules, procedures, apply for political party nominees
The League of Women Voters of the United States, as a member organization of the National Task Force on Election Crises, released the following statement on the Democratic Party’s replacing its presumptive presidential nominee: “While a major party’s presumptive nominee withdrawing his presidential candidacy is an extraordinary occurrence, rules and
Unconventional thoughts on our political conventions
I didn’t watch much of the GOP convention because I pretty much knew what would take place. Also, it was on too soon after dinner for me to take a chance on not keeping my meat loaf down. Wisconsin governor Tony Evers had nothing good to say about it. Listening
Reader’s Commentary: A challenge to return to civil discourse
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda My family arrived here in the United States in 1957 during the Eisenhower administration. We were refugees from communist Hungary, one of many countries under Russian occupation behind the iron curtain. We escaped a totalitarian regime that thought nothing of executing their people or political rivals
Recipe of the Week: Macaroni Salad
Ingredients4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup distilled white vinegar1/4 cup white sugar2 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 large onion, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped1/4 cup grated carrot2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers Directions1. Bring a large pot of
Poem: Individuality
There is one word which argues how to live,One word which, once described, can giveThe essence of all freedoms, which can be,The word is individuality!Examine all your freedoms, speech, religion, voice,Of movement, personal finances, and of choice;Condense them all into one word, and seeIt all comes down to individuality.If you
No registration required for reptile show July 27
Calling all creature enthusiasts! Get ready for a slithery good time at the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) when Dave DiNaso’s Traveling World of Reptiles slithers in for an exciting presentation at the West Branch Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. in which this interactive show, perfect for children of
Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley farmers market July 28
Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley will be host to a one-day farmers market from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 28 at St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 1855 Fifth Avenue, Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. The Church is wheelchair accessible. The market
Prince Castle burgers and shakes in Aurora
By Ricky Rieckert Last week we made it to Lake Street in Aurora in the recapture of businesses in Aurora in past years. Just one-half block from Lake Street, on West New York Street, on the south side, was another Prince Castle restaurant with burger and one-in-a million shakes. South
Batavia High School captures 7 on 7 football
Batavia football players kept an undefeated record intact at West Aurora’s 7 on 7 tournament Friday, July 19. For a third year, Batavia won the benefit for Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry in Aurora. Results reported by event coordinator and West Coach Nate Eimer were: Batavia, first place; West Aurora,
Surprises continue to dominate in MLB
By Woodrow Carroll After watching the Chicago White Sox struggle the first part of this season, there were observers who thought the team might pick up the pace following the all-star break. Although few, if any, nobody envisioned the Sox stringing together a long winning streak, the more optimistic Sox’