College Lacrosse: Aurora University vs. Concordia Wisconsin
Aurora University attacker, Tyler Foerstel, center, drives between Concordia Wisconsin defenders Saturday, May 3.
Cyber safety tips: IT expert presents at Aurora Lions Club
Members of the Aurora Lions Club learned cyber safety tips at the club’s meeting May 1. Dan Vargas, an Aurora Lion and assistant information technology supervisor for Fox Metro water reclamation district in Oswego, presented “Cyber Safety Basics” at Paulie’s Pub in Aurora. Vargas explained aspects of information technology, including
All-day event, 1,200 student-athletes vying for championship
The City of Aurora government’s Youth Services Division will honor National Physical Fitness and Sports month by hosting the 31st Annual Sports Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 9 at Phillips Park, 828 Montgomery Road in Aurora. The time-honored Festival, which features more than 1,200 student-athletes competing
Montgomery free community paper shredding May 10
The Village of Montgomery government and Earthmover Credit Union are partners to offer the community and members a free paper-shredding opportunity Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Montgomery Police Station, 10 Civic Center Avenue, on the Village’s west side. The drive-thru event will offer a convenient,
Electronics/Textile Recycling in Wheaton May 10
Electronics, clothing and shoes, cooking oil, and florescent tube lights will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 at 820 W. Liberty Drive, Wheaton Public Works Storage Lot. Acceptable items: Clothing, shoes, sheets, bedding, towels and other household textiles in any condition. No heavily soiled items. Shoes
Pet of the Week: Rusty: Perfect dog for the family
Rusty is a male mutt, who is three years old. Meet Rusty, the ultimate companion dog! The lovable dog adores humans and children, greeting everyone with a wagging tail and a happy heart. Rusty is always excited to meet new friends, human or dog, and is not shy about making
Suburban Norwegian-Americans honor departed friends
Suburban Norwegian-Americans honored departed friends Sunday, May 4. Members of Sons of Norway Polar Star Lodge 5-472 held a remembrance service during the group’s May meeting at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery. After a potluck luncheon and business meeting, Yorkville resident and Polar Star president Ken Johnson opened the
Home invasions on the rise, Constitution-free policing
By John & Nisha Whitehead “One of the most essential branches of English liberty is the freedom of one’s house. A man’s house is his castle.”—James Otis, Revolutionary War activist, on the Writs of Assistance, 1761 What the Founders rebelled against—armed government agents invading homes without cause—we are now being
A Focus on History: May 8 through May 14
May 8 Both Great Britain and the United States celebrate Victory Day in Europe. Cities in both nations, as well as formerly occupied cities in Western Europe, put out flags and banners and rejoice in the defeat of the Nazi war machine. – 1945. Approximately 200 construction workers in New
Sunken Garden in Phillips Park in Aurora, great spring stop
Thousands of tulips were in bloom at the Sunken Garden in Phillips Park in Aurora on the beautiful spring day, Sunday, May 27.
Illinois veterans, VA employees rally to protest expected Trump administration cuts
By Sonya DymovaMedill Illinois News Bureaunews@capitolnewsillinois.com John Gerend, a Vietnam War veteran from Lake Villa, Ill., was exposed to Agent Orange while on duty. Suffering from diseases associated with exposure to the toxic chemical, he said he still considers himself fortunate. “I’ve had some issues with it — diabetes, some
Durbin to retire; Stratton replacement?
By Ben SzalinskiCapitol News Illinoisbszalinski@capitolnewsillionis.com Standing on his backyard deck Thursday, April 24, the same place where he declared his 1996 candidacy for U.S. Senate, Illinois’ senior senator Dick Durbin reflected on his decision to retire after four decades in Congress. “I’ve done this my way, making decisions based on
Due process, immigration, Abrego Garcia case
By Saranac Hale SpencerFactCheck.org The Supreme Court ruled on the evening of April 10 that the Donald Trump Administration must comply with a lower court’s order to “facilitate” the release from custody of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, an immigrant who was deported without a hearing to a mega prison in
Aurora to swear in new officials May 10
The City of Aurora government proudly invites the community to gather Tuesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m., at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Boulevard as we formally swear in our newly-elected officials, marking the next chapter in Aurora’s continued growth and prosperity: •Mayor-elect, John Laesch; •Ward 1 alderman, Dan
History of Aurora social clubs: Cosmo, Diabetes Club, Lions
By Ricky Rieckert(Part 7) Dear readers, I hope everyone is enjoying the articles as we head in to part 7 of Aurora social clubs. We start with the Cosmopolitan Club. The Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora was established in 1927 as a local chapter of the international organization founded in 1918.
Diabetes Club’s third annual “Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes” Golf Outing Friday, June 20; what to do if you’ve been diagnosed as prediabetic
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley work together, to raise an awareness of diabetes and prediabetes in the Fox Valley area. Club members raise funds to provide aid, education, and research to find a cure for diabetes. Have you been recently diagnosed as being prediabetic,
A-Town House Music Fest June 14
After an unforgettable event last year, A-Town House Music Fest will be back for 2025. This year, with RiverEdge Park closed for renovations, we’re bringing the beats to the heart of the City in Wilder Park. Featuring locally and nationally acclaimed DJs, musical artists, food trucks and ice-cold beverages, it’s
VSW’s 59th Annual Pancake Breakfast
Everyone is invited to the 59th Annual Pancake Breakfast at Valley Sheltered Workshop, from 7:30 a.m. to noon Sunday, May 4, at 325 Main Street, Batavia. Cost is $10 per person. Tickets available at the door or can be pre-ordered at tinyurl.com/242fbpyh. Enjoy a hearty breakfast with raffles while supporting
REAL ID requirements to begin May 7, needed for air travel
Starting May 7, anyone over 18 years old will be required to present a REAL ID, or another acceptable form of identification, like a valid U.S. passport, to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities or military bases. Implementing REAL ID standards nationwide was pushed back for years, but
Batavia VFW to host Veterans Benefits Fair, Memorial Day
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1197 is proud to announce two significant upcoming events aimed at honoring our veterans and providing essential resources. •Veterans Benefits Fair, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 2, VFW Post 1197, 645 S. River Street, Batavia. The Veterans Benefits Fair, May 2,