Plano Methodist Church men cook breakfast
The Plano Methodist Church men treated the congregation to an awesome Easter breakfast in the morning, Sunday March 31.
Aurora youth appreciation certificates at Wesley United Methodist Church
Aurora youth Camila Rodriguez, left and Isabela Ramirez display appreciation certificates they received Sunday, April 14 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit helps to prevent veteran suicide
Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego), a proud U.S. Marines veteran, has been appointed to the Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council and continues her steadfast work to prevent veteran suicide and improve mental health care for those who have served our Nation. “I am deeply honored
Breakfast Buffet in Plano April 21
The Sons of the American Legion of Plano Post #395 will be host to an all-you-can-eat Breakfast Buffet from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, April 21. Breakfast will be served at the American Legion Post, 510 E. Dearborn Street in Plano. The event is open to the public and
Elmhurst Electronics & Textile/Clothing Recycling April 27
Elmhurst will be host to the event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27 at the Public Works Facility, 985 S Riverside Drive, Elmhurst. Acceptable electronic items include: Computers, printers, scanners, VCR and DVD players, video game consoles, cable and converter boxes, satellite receivers, keyboards, mice, holiday string lights,
House bill: End child abuse
Monday, April 15, House Bill 4350, known as the Child Abuse Notice Act, filed by State representative Jed Davis (R-Yorkville), passed a vote on the House floor. The bill will move to the Senate for a vote. “The passage of the Child Abuse Notice Act is a huge step forward
‘We the people’ new permanent underclass
By John & Nisha Whitehead The government wants your money. It will beg, steal, or borrow if necessary, but it wants your money any way it can get it. This bottom line is what comes of those $1.2 trillion spending bills: someone’s got to foot the bill for the government’s
A Focus on History: April 18 through April 24
April 18 Missouri is hit by a string of deadly tornadoes and 151 residents die, including 99 in the town of Marshfield. – 1880. At 5:13 a.m., an earthquake estimated at close to 8.0 on the Richter scale strikes San Francisco, Calif. and kills hundreds of residents when it topples
Aurora Dedicates New City Council Chambers in Honor of Deceased Trailblazing Alderwoman
It was a joyous but emotional night in Aurora as Mayor Irvin hosted a Grand Reopening Ceremony for the Aurora City Council Chambers. After a one-year, $1.7 million renovation project to enhance accessibility and communications with Aurora residents, the Aurora City Council Chambers reopened with much fanfare and some tears.
Aurora Kiwanis Club’s 73rd annual pancake breakfast
Kiwanians Kevin Nickel, left, and Hunter Weber man the rotating grill at Aurora Kiwanis Club’s 73rd annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, April 6 morning.
Eclipse 2024
Makanda residents and visitors from all over gather in front of the boardwalk to watch and take pictures of the solar eclipse totality April 8 in Makanda, Ill..
Illinois state: End food deserts
By Alex Abbeduto & Cole Longcor Grocery startups can now apply for funding allocated in last year’s $20 million Illinois Grocery Initiative aimed at preventing and eliminating food deserts in Illinois. The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, which is administering the grants, is accepting applications in the second round
Train fun run; focus on pensions
News notes and thoughts: It should be fun, especially for train buffs and fans of rides. A gathering at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13 will be at the Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N. Broadway in Aurora, sponsored by the Open Roads ABATE Chapter. The fun run into Chicago will leave
Mayor of Aurora presents LaDonna Carr MVP
By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin presented LaDonna Carr, director of the City’s Training and Development Department with the MVP Award at the Aurora City Council meeting, April 9, in the recently-renovated Council Chambers. Carr received the award for the selfless work she does in the community, including
Aurora Noon Lions to offer free vision tests for kids
Free vision exams for children ages six months to 16 will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20. A clinic by Aurora Noon Lions Club will take place at Aurora Public Library West Branch, 233 Constitution Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking
Reader’s Voice: College course on sewing/tailoring
April 5, 2024Dear editor; I am reaching out to propose a news release for publication in your esteemed newspaper, highlighting the introduction of Moraine Valley Community College’s Sewing/Tailoring & Pattern Making classes. We are thrilled to announce these valuable classes, to be held at the College campus, 9000 W. College
Diabetes Club meet and greet in Geneva
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold its April meet and greet, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, April 13, at Panera Bread, 1690 South Randall Road, in Geneva, from 9 a.m. to noon. If you’re out Saturday
Earth Week in Naperville
Naperville Park District, the City of Naperville and other local organizations will be host to numerous community events, sales and volunteer projects to celebrate Earth Week Naperville. These community activities commemorating the 54th annual Earth Day, which is April 22, center around the theme, “Planet vs. Plastics.” Community members are
Aurora Lions bowling fundraiser April 14
“Rolling for a Cause,” a bowling fundraiser by Aurora Lions Club, will be held Sunday, April 14, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Parkside Lanes, 34W185 Montgomery Road in Aurora. Proceeds will benefit Lions’ screenings and eyeglasses for vision-impaired children. The public is invited. Admission is $40 per person.
Sandwich VFW to sponsor ham dinner April 13
The Sandwich VFW Post #1486 will sponsor a ham dinner from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at the Sandwich VFW, 713 S. Main Street. Donations for the dinner are $14 for ham, mashed potatoes, vegetable, dinner roll, and dessert. The dinner is dine in or drive thru