High School football: Yorkville vs. Chicago St. Patrick
Yorkville High School’s Joel Castillo (16), runs for yards against Chicago St. Patrick defenders Friday, Aug. 29.
High school football: West Aurora vs. Hinsdale Central
West Aurora High School’s Bryce Younie (6) tackles a Hinsdale Central ball carrier Friday, Aug. 29.
Mayor John Laesch puts plan in action to save OnLight Aurora from collapse
OnLight Aurora, a City-connected fiber optic broadband service that provides affordable, high-speed internet to City of Aurora buildings, in addition to other public sector and private sector clients, was the subject of a comprehensive presentation by mayor John Laesch at Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The presentation, which
School killings, we need more than prayer, we need action
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Little children sat in their school mass last week in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The students were at Annunciation Catholic Church which is also home to an elementary school. A shooter fired through stained glass windows into the church where students were attending mass, killing two and injuring
Aurora’s Fiestas Patrias celebration to return Sept. 6-7
The City of Aurora government, in partnership with the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, is set to celebrate Fiestas Patrias 2025 with an all-day extravaganza on Saturday, Sept. 6 and, for the first time since 2019, a parade in downtown Aurora Sunday, Sept. 7. The Saturday event, taking place at
Reader’s Voice: Teachers undervalued, Fed. needs to help
August 25, 2025Dear editor; August 26, 1920 marks the anniversary of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing white women the right to vote. Only decades later did black, brown, Asian and Native American women win suffrage. Despite the vote, women still battle to control their own bodies, wages
Aurora Lions Club free vision, hearing exams Sept. 5
Aurora Lions Club, in conjunction with DeKalb-based Lions of Illinois Foundation, will bring the foundation’s mobile vision and hearing screening unit to Aurora Friday, Sept. 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., outside Aurora city hall, 44 E. Downer Place. Randall “Randy” Brown, Aurora Lions president, invites area residents to
Diabetes Club members to hear from Rick Sanchez, a diabetes prevention lifestyle coach Sept. 10
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their September membership meeting Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Meeting will be held in the East Banquet Room. Dinner is optional on members’ own from the menu at 5:30
45th annual Scandinavian Day Sept. 7
The 45th annual Scandinavian Day Festival will be celebrated from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7, The family event, at Vasa Park, 35W217 Route 31 in South Elgin, will feature food, entertainment and vendors representing Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. The event opens at 10:30 a.m. with
It’s Our Fox River Day cleanup Sept. 20
The Conservation Foundation will host its annual “It’s Our Fox River Day” Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.. The effort is led by the foundation with other local organizations like the Friends of the Fox River to clean litter out of the Fox River in locations from
Aurora’s casino moving, history of lackluster land deals
By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, I hope you have read my last two articles on Aurora’s downtown. It’s a serious issue for all Aurorans. One letter to the editor, last week made a comment on my “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”, comment. She wrote a very good editorial
Kane County guide and election calendar
Kane County clerk. John A. Cunningham announced the release of the 2025-2026 Kane County Government Guideand the 2025-2027 Kane County Election Calendar. The Kane County Government Guide includes information regarding local, county, state, and federal-elected officials who represent Kane County. It briefly describes the various departments within Kane County government,
Hernandez Hosting Community Connection Resource Fair in Collaboration with Nicor
The office of State representative Barbara Hernandez will host a Community Connection Resource Fair in collaboration with Nicor Gas from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 4 at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue, Aurora. Attendees can receive free grocery packages (while supplies last) and learn about
Stupidity on two feet: The right trampling on the good
How are all you The Voice readers this week? Enjoying the 18.9% across-the-board average price increases brought on by the new tariffs? The increases in grocery prices or the $50 or more added on to the cost of major appliances? It’s enough to make you long for the good old
Aurora to offer workshops to help
In preparation for the 2026 Quality of Life (QOL), Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), Affordable Housing Solution (AHS), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program Grant (HOME), and HOME American Rescue Plan Grant (HOME-ARP) funding cycle, the City of Aurora will host a pre-application virtual workshop Tuesday, Sept. 9,
St. Charles Library career fair
The St. Charles Public Library, 1 S. Sixth Avenue, St. Charles, in partnership with workNet Batavia, is excited to host the Second Annual Career Fair Thursday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Connect with 25 local employers hiring for a wide range of positions. Some employers may offer
Recipe of the Week: Sauerbraten
Ingredients1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar1/2 cup dry red wine2 onions, sliced2 carrots, sliced1 bay leaf1/8 teaspoon whole allspice3 whole cloves1 tablespoon black peppercorns1 tablespoon salt4 pounds rump roast1/2 cup butter1 tablespoon vegetable oil5 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon white sugar1/2 cup crushed gingersnap cookies Directions1. In large non-metal bowl, combine
Poem: Remember when?
Just look at you. Where have you been?And don’t give me that silly grin.How can you get so dirty quick?—Whatever dirt you touch must stick.My goodness, you are such a sight,They wouldn’t know that you were white.Okay, upstairs, get in the tub.I’m sure, this time, you’ll have to scrub.And that
A grand celebration for grandparents at Aurora Library
Get ready for a grand afternoon, because the Aurora Public Library District is rolling out the welcome mat for grandparents, grand-friends, and their families! Sunday, Sept. 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Santori Library will host a Grandparents’ Day Celebration filled with crafts, Bingo, storytime, family portraits, and
Yorkville Library September youth events varied
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in September. 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. •4th Annual Story Walk Event, Thursday, Sept. 11, 4:30 p.m. to