More than 200 people attended Santori Aurora Public Library’s annual 3 Kings Day celebration January 4. The highlight was photos with the three kings, Pablo Guerrero, Luis Corona, and John Butler, in costumes. Additionally, the bilingual, family friendly event featured crafts, games, sweet bread, free toy animals, and loteria, Mexican-style
Collecting 900 shoes for a charity added up to an Eagle Scout award for an Oswego teen. Seth X. Arndt, 18, received Scouting America Three Fires Council’s highest award in a court of honor Saturday at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. A Scout for 12 years, Arndt is a
By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com The Illinois Department of Human Services disclosed recently that it mistakenly uploaded private health-related information about hundreds of thousands of Illinoisans to a publicly accessible website and left it there for more than three years before it discovered the mistake. But the agency would not
Hundreds of people rallied for immigrants January 3 in St. Charles. Sponsored by We Can Lead Change Fox Valley, an activist organization, protesters with signs and dogs lined Main Street outside the city municipal Center in downtown St. Charles. Organizers said the event was intended to celebrate immigrants and their
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council is considering a Resolution authorizing an advance of $80,000 to OnLight Aurora for operational support. City officials aren’t sure at this time if the money will be a loan or a grant. City government of Aurora documents show OnLight Aurora plays a critical
The year 2025 has come to a close, The Salvation Army is urging donations to help meet rising community needs across North and Central Illinois. From food pantries to emergency shelter, The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division has experienced an estimated 50% increase in demand for social services
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their January membership meeting Wednesday, Jan. 14, 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
The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is working with the Family Service Association of Greater Elgin (FSA) to offer Mental Health First Aid training in Kane County. Mental Health First Aid training teaches participants how to identify and respond to signs of mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders, similar to
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the Free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, Jan. 16 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois starts the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie™ season. To purchase Girl Scout cookies connect with local cookie entrepreneurs at www.girlscoutsni.org/buycookies, and they’ll add you to their customer list! Or use the Girl Scout Cookie Finder by entering a zip code. We serve 16 counties including parts
By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, Hopefully everyone enjoyed the holidays with family while staying warm. In my last article about John F. Kennedy’s (JFK) visit to Aurora in 1960, I wanted to add something of importance. A fellow The Voice subscriber and lifelong friend of mine, Jim “Coach” Reiland, a
Kane County is accepting applications for the position of Kane County Board Member for District 9 serving portions of Hampshire, Huntley, Pingree Grove and Elgin. This vacancy is due to the resignation of Board Member Gary Daugherty. The position is an elected office with duties outlined in the Illinois Counties
Aurora’s Dominican Literacy Center needs women volunteer tutors. DLC executive director Claire Wiesner-Smillie said, “Join our learning community at the Dominican Literacy Center in Aurora! The DLC is looking for women volunteers who seek to serve and support women students in the community through mentorship and English tutoring. “The DLC
By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Editor’s note: A correction was made to the current return on equity approved by the ICC in 2023 was supposed to be 9.38%, not 5.5%. Peoples Gas on Monday filed a $202.3 million rate hike request with the Illinois Commerce Commission, sparking public outcry and
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its Tuesday, Jan. 20, dinner meeting at the private room of the Riverview Diner, IL-25 and Mill St, Montgomery. A reception will begin promptly at 5 p.m. followed by a meeting at 5:30 p.m. with dinner afterward. The cost is $25 all-inclusive
Ingredients2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce1/2 cup water2 tablespoons brown sugar1 pound beef flank steak, sliced 1/8 inch thick1/4 cup cornstarch1 cup vegetable oil for frying2 bunches green onions, cut in 1-inch lengths Directions1. Place the sliced beef into
In searching how our ancestors had lived and died,We always looked for evidence they could not hide.To know how they existed, and on what they fed,Would always come to this—how did they treat their dead?No matter their primeval state, to each his own,Respect and honor, even love, was aptly shown.It’s
For generations, the Fox River has influenced how Aurora grew, worked, and came together as a community. In 2026, the Aurora Public Library District will highlight that connection with Aurora on the Fox, a yearlong initiative that combines an engaging exhibit with a diverse lineup of programs about the river
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. My College Planning Webinar: How to Appeal, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 6:30
By Bobby Narang The Batavia High School boys basketball team entered the 51st Annual Jack Tosh Holiday Tournament with several questions marks. Was the Batavia Bulldogs early start a true indicator of their potential? The Bulldogs opened the season with two wins in their first seven games. Close losses to
