High School basketball: Aurora Central Catholic vs. Kennedy of Chicago
Aurora Central Catholic High School players celebrate their home 78-19 victory over Kennedy of Chicago in the Class 3A Aurora Central regional final February 20.
City of Aurora Names New Chief Human Resources Officer, Emergency Management Coordinator, and Director of Property Standards
On Tuesday night, the Aurora City Council approved the appointments of Michele Clark to serve as the City’s chief Human Resources officer, Theodore Van De Sampel to serve as the City’s Emergency Management coordinator, and Josue Alcaraz to serve as the City’s director of Property Standards. All three employees had previously been serving in interim roles until their
Popular Aurora Greenfest returning May 2
The Aurora Greenfest is back and better than ever. We are planning a wonderful festival celebrating everything about the environment and how to take care of our planet. Save the date, Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 18 W. Benton Street, Aurora, in the beautiful and
Aurora Lions Club exam helps woman detect eye cancer
An Aurora Lions Club eye exam helped an Aurora woman detect eye cancer. Last summer Fox Valley Park District recreation supervisor Laureen Baumgartner was working at Blackberry Farm, a children’s farm and living history museum in Aurora. Events included adult eye and hearing exams in a mobile unit provided by
Reader’s Voice: Left-wingers unhinged, causing problems
February 23, 2026Dear editor; All ICE is trying to do is fix a problem caused by left-wingers and Democrats. The problem: The invasion of our country by illegal immigrants, many of whom are heinous criminals. Some might consider allowing that invasion to be almost traitorous. You would think the anti-ICE
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley and Legacy Nutrition & Fitness to co-host second annual health expo; Diabetes Club members to hold three fundraisers in 2026
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held its February 21, “Meet and Greet”, at Panera Bread, 1330 N. Orchard Road, in Aurora. A shout out of thanks to the staff, at Panera Bread, for allowing our club to distribute information about diabetes, prediabetes, and healthy eating. Members
Health series: Colon Cancer March 11
The Fort Hill Wellness Series continues into 2026 with its next topic, “Colon Cancer Options and Care” Wednesday, March 11 at 1 p.m. at Fort Hill Activity Center, 20 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville. Dr. Jared Emolo, a Colon and Rectal Surgeon at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, will lead an hour-long
East Aurora African American Program
East Aurora School District 131 will celebrate Black History Month with an evening of reflection, inspiration, and community at 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday Feb. 26, at East Aurora High School, 500 Tomcat Lane Aurora. Enter at door No. 8. It will be an evening of reflection, inspiration, and
Many building changes of St. Mary’s in Aurora
By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, This week I’m writing about St. Mary’s Parish, on the northwest corner of Downer Place and Root Street in Aurora. In the winter of 1848, Mr. I. E. Labrie, an influential citizen, went to Bourbonnais, to explain to the Parish Priest there, the needs of
Obituary: Judy Kay Albright (LaVoy), age 69, Aurora, Illinois
Judy Kay Albright (LaVoy), age 69, of Aurora, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and love for her family. Judy was born on August 24, 1956, in Aurora, Illinois, and spent much of her growing up years in the
Maple Sugaring Days March 7-8 at LeRoy Oakes Forest
Celebrate all things maple at the Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s Maple Sugaring Days, March 7-8, from noon to 3 p.m. at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles. No registration is required for Maple Sugaring Days and admission is free. Watch Forest Preserve naturalists demonstrate how
Rep. Davis responds to State of the State Address
Following the annual State of the State and Budget Address, State representative Jed Davis (R-Yorkville) released the following statement: “Governor J.B. Pritzker gave his annual State of the State and Budget Address. While there were a number of issues with his FY27 budget proposal, including $1 billion in increased spending
Rep. Kifowit responds to Gov. Pritzker’s address
State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D–Oswego), released the following statement in response to governor JB Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address: “Governor Pritzker’s address highlighted the continued progress Illinois has made and the importance of maintaining fiscal responsibility while investing in the priorities that matter most to families and
Computer expert: Cybersecurity strategies for seniors
Todd Thorson is on a mission, helping people, especially senior citizens, stay safe, confident and empowered in a fast-changing digital world. Thorson, founder and chief technology officer at Yorkville-based Tanj Cybersecurity and Technologies, presented “Cybersecurity for Kids Over 60–8 Ways” at Riverview Diner in Montgomery February 17. He was the
Recipe of the Week: Taco Pie
Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package crescent rolls1 pound ground beef1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix1 (16 ounce) container sour cream8 ounces shredded Mexican-style cheese1 (14 ounce) bag nacho chips, crushed Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Lay crescent dough flat on the bottom of a square cake pan and
Poem: Citing The Inexplicable
To most of you, what’s said here won’t mean anything,To others, it will bring back haunting memories.There are those episodes in every life which stingEach time they are remembered, doomed to never cease.In looking back, each one will violate the norm;What you feel would be logical will not be there.And
Community Voices Art Reveal at Aurora Library
A community grows stronger when each voice has the opportunity to tell its story. At the Aurora Public Library District, we created the Community Voices initiative to provide a space for people in Aurora to share their personal narratives, learn from their neighbors, and see themselves reflected in our city.
NASCAR’s Reddick riding hot with two victories in a row
By John Schutt NASCAR Cup Series, Autotrader 400, EchoPark Speedway, Hampton, Ga., Sunday, Feb. 22. Tyler Reddick, driver for Michael Jordan’s 23XI racing team, won the pole and his second race in a row, with an overtime victory! Following in second place was Chase Briscoe, Ross Chastain in third, Carson
IHSA wrestling championship, many notable matches
By Bobby Narang The Illinois High School Association boys State wrestling tournament was full of storylines last weekend. St. Charles East High School senior Dom Munaretto, an Ohio State recruit, was one of the stars of the weekend. He capped a sterling career by capturing his third straight State title
Winter Olympic 2026 Medal totals
Rank Country Gold Silver Bronze Total1 Norway 18 12 11 412 United States 12 12 9 333 Italy 10 6 14 304 Germany 8 10 8 265 Japan 5 7 12 246 France 8 9 6 237 Switzerland 6 9 8 238 Canada 5 7 9 219 Netherlands 10 7