Year: 2025

King Trump’s troubling sins, expanding power

Musings: •The Sins of Donald J. Trump (chapter two): He has: Curtailed the prosecutions against persons accused of blocking reproductive-rights facilities; Revoked the ban on employment discrimination; Ordered all Federal government agencies to make lists of businesses and universities which promote diversity, equity, and inclusion; Demanded that Denmark cede Greenland

Recipe of the Week: Zesty Chicken Pizza

Ingredients2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust1/2 cup Ranch-style salad dressing1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese1 cup chopped tomatoes1/4 cup chopped green onions3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons minced garlic1 teaspoon black pepper Directions1. Preheat oven to 425 F. Lightly grease a pizza

Community Voices Celebrates African American Heritage

At the Aurora Public Library District (APLD), we believe in celebrating every story. That’s why we’re inviting African American residents of Aurora to share your stories and lived experiences through our Community Voices initiative. Community Voices is a public exhibit and accompanying panel discussion event that highlights heritages and identities

High school boys basketball schedule Feb. 28; results Feb. 18-25

Friday, Feb. 28IHSA State Tournament – 4A – 1A(Regional Championships)Schedules depending on results Results Monday, Feb. 25IHSA State Tournament – 4A(Regional – Quarter-Final)Benet SectionalBolingbrookNaperville Central 75, East Aurora 39Waubonsie ValleyOswego 60, Plainfield Central 28St. Charles East SectionalAddison TrailWillowbrook 65, West Chicago 54GenevaSt. Charles N. 74, Elk Grove 34New Trier SectionalHighland

‘Supporting challenged individuals’: AID CEO profiles org.

During a talk Thursday, Feb. 20, Association for Individual Development CEO/president Lore Baker told Aurora Lions Club members how the nonprofit serves challenged persons. Baker was guest speaker at a Lions’ luncheon at Paulie’s Pub in Aurora. According to Baker, Aurora-based AID offers tailored, consumer-focused programs and services designed to

Lent: Dixieland worship, drive-thru Ash Wednesday

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 27 S. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora, will open Lent with an annual Dixieland worship service, a Mardi Gras-style luncheon and Ash Wednesday services including a drive-thru imposition of ashes. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Sunday, March 2, a Dixieland band featuring Kristin