Year: 2025

Government

Hemp regulation bill stalls amid Democratic infighting

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By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com A bill that would have imposed regulations on new types of intoxicating substances derived from hemp stalled in the Illinois House Tuesday, Jan. 7, dealing a political setback to governor JB Pritzker after he strongly supported the legislation. “I was tremendously disappointed,” Pritzker said at...

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North Central College wins third Stagg Bowl

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Turning away a game effort with a relentless run of second-half play, the North Central College football team made its unbeaten run complete at Shell Energy Stadium Sunday. The Cardinals lifted their third NCAA Division III National Championship trophy in five seasons with a 41-25 defeat of the University of...

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Evelyn Rackmyer celebrates 104 years, active life

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Jennings Terrace resident, Evelyn Rackmyer, celebrated her 104th birthday January 3. A remarkable woman with a zest for life, Rackmyer has lived through more than a century of incredible change and continues to inspire those around her. Born in Richmond, Ill., January 1, 1921, Rackmyer has led a full and...

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April 10 declared as Dee Basile Day in the city of Aurora

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By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, and the Aurora City Council shared fond memories of Delia “Dee” Nila Basile and posthumously proclaimed her birthday, April 10, as Dee Basile Day in the city of Aurora at the Tuesday, Jan. 7 Committee of the Whole meeting. •A video of...

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Rep. Davis condemns impractical replacement of Illinois coal plants

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With the winter heating season kicking off, Illinois State representative Jed Davis condemned the staggering impracticality of replacing the state’s coal-fired power plants with “clean” energy by 2045, calling the current law “an alarming disregard for Illinois’ energy costs and land-use realities.” Using solar farms as an example of “clean”...

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Reader’s Voice: The U.S. funding of Gaza genocide

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January 6, 2025Dear editor; Silence is not golden. It has led to the massacre of tens of thousands in Gaza since October 7, 2023. Demands to increase humanitarian aid fail yet we keep supplying Israel with arms. The U.S. State Department has planned to sell $8 billion more weapons to...

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Diabetes Club of Fox Valley ‘Meet & Greet’ Jan. 11

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By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s January Meet and Greet, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, will be held this Saturday, Jan. 11, at Panera Bread, 1330 N. Orchard Road, in Aurora, from 9 a.m. to noon. Why not stop...

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Community Events

Aurora MLK Ceremony Jan. 20th

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The City of Aurora will continue a four-decades-long tradition of honoring the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 40th Annual MLK Ceremony Monday, Jan. 20, at 6 p.m. at East Aurora High School, 500 Tomcat Lane. The 2025 theme is based on the...

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Kane County resource fair Jan. 14

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Batavia United Methodist Church, 8 N. Batavia Avenue, will be host to a Kane County resource fair from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14. The event will showcase community organizations providing services in central Kane County. Kane County Health Department will feature free gun locks and Naloxone and...

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Aurora Restaurant Week Jan. 21 – Feb. 4

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The City of Aurora government will be host to its first-ever Aurora Restaurant Week from January 21 through February 4. The exciting new event is designed to showcase Aurora’s rapidly growing and diverse culinary scene. Residents and visitors will have the chance to enjoy exclusive discounts and prix-fixe menus at...

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Aurora’s Fox Street, historical facts abundant

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By Ricky Rieckert As we enter the New Year, I hope everyone had a great time with family and friends, over the holidays. I had some feedback on Fox Street (now E. Downer Place) from some friends. First off, directly across from the present City Hall, is the building that...

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Senior Services Associates offers free income tax help

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Senior Services Associates, a nonprofit with offices in Aurora and Yorkville, will offer free income tax preparation help. The public is invited. The service, called AARP Tax Aide, is in cooperation with Internal Revenue Service under its Tax Counseling for the Elderly program. There are no age or income limits...

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Obituary: Patrick Dean McGhee, 1966-2024

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Patrick Dean McGhee was born on June 24th, 1966: he suddenly transitioned onto glory on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024. Patrick was the 4th child out of 6 born to Sam and Elizabeth McGhee in Aurora, Illinois. At one point in his childhood, Patrick was a member of The Starlight Band...

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What a wonderful 2025: Losing Jimmy, gaining Trump

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I read that by 2050 (by which date I will no longer care because I’ll be worm food) our oceans will contain, by weight, more trash plastics than fish, which is both good and bad: Good, because discarded Barbies are easier to catch, but bad because they’re more difficult to...

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Legion Family Caravan in Plano

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The Plano American Legion Saturday, Jan. 11, as they welcome distinguished guest and National Vice Commander, Roger Mathison, during the 2025 Legion Family Caravan. He will be at the Plano Legion, 10 E. Dearborn Street, at 8:30 a.m. for a breakfast with American Legion families. This is an annual event...

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Food

Recipe of the Week: Meat Pie

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Ingredients1 1/2 pounds ground pork1 large baking potato1 large onion, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 cup water1 9 inch double crust deep dish pie1 pastry, large enough to cover 9 inch pie1 egg1/4 teaspoon paprika Directions1. Preheat oven to...

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Poem: Bedtime

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Who is that coming down the stair,Tip-toeing softly to my chair,Clad in pajamas, pink and bright,Coming to kiss her Dad good night.Littlest angel in disguise,Trying to take me by surprise,Breathless with laughter, pert and smart,Welcoming love with all her heart.The final rush and delighted squeal,The living proof that love is...

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Aurora Public Library District book discussion sets: Perfect for book clubs

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Are you part of a book club and looking for an easier way to get everyone on the same page—literally? Look no further than the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) Book Discussion sets! Designed to simplify the logistics of book club planning, these sets offer a variety of engaging titles...

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Winter Challenge at Batavia Library, through Jan. 31

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The Batavia Public Library is offering a special challenge to patrons this winter: Winter Challenge. Winter Challenge is a reading and activity club through the Batavia Public Library that qualifies participants to win prizes. Previously called Winter Library Club, Winter Challenge began December 16, and will end Friday, Jan. 31....

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Yorkville Public Library upcoming events

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The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in January. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Read with Paws, Saturday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m.. Children can come...

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