Winter Olympic woes, Chas’ changes for improvement
If you have followed the recent Winter Olympic Games, dear reader, you will have noted that Murphy’s Law had been highly at play, if anything can go wrong, it will. There were several accidents, both indoors and outdoors, equipment malfunctions, and unwarranted costumes and/or decorations. Some of the medals awarded
Buddy: Friendly fella, needs home
Buddy is a male Shepherd/Collie mix who is three year old. Buddy loves to go for long walks. He loves to be right his humans and cuddling with them. He is a very lovable enjoys being with kids and other dogs.He knows how to sit, lay down, and give paw.
Reader’s Commentary: Iran: Necessary actions, U.S. unappreciated with NATO
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Donald Trump attempted negotiations with Iran before his decision to attack the terrorist regime with a bombing campaign that continues to this day. We should always negotiate first to give peace a chance. Interestingly, the first words out of the mouths of the Iranian diplomats in
Power without principle: The rise of the bully presidency
By John & Nisha Whitehead “When you’re a star, they let you do it. You can do anything… Grab ‘em by the pussy. You can do anything.”— Donald J. Trump on seizing women, Access Hollywood (2005) “I think I can do anything I want with it. Whether I free it,
Brass Band concert in Aurora March 29
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St. Aurora, will host a joint concert by two brass bands Sunday, March 29, at 3 p.m.. “Brass Band Collaborative,” by Fox Valley Brass Band and the award-winning Illinois Brass Band, will take place in the church sanctuary. The public is invited. Parking
Pritzker calls for new higher education attainment goals
By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com Governor JB Pritzker is calling on agencies in his administration to set goals for increasing the number of adults in the state with college degrees or other postsecondary credentials. In an executive order issued March 13, Pritzker announced the formation of a working group that
75th Annual Kiwanis Club of Aurora Pancake Breakfast
Kiwanis Club of Aurora president and main chef, Lucas Albright, points at the many pancakes and sausages to be served at the 75th Annual Kiwanis Club of Aurora Pancake Breakfast, March 14 at Aurora Central Catholic High School.
Sports betting tax backlash, Chicago and State lawmakers
By Erika TulfoMedill Illinois News Bureaunews@capitolnewsillinois.com Chicago’s steep new tax on sports betting is creating a backlash in Springfield that could lead to new restrictions on whether municipalities should have the power to tax gambling revenue. The highly contested tax charges sports betting businesses 10.25% on their net gambling revenue.
Illinois governor’s race will be a rematch in 2026
Republican voters in Illinois have once again chosen former state Sen. Darren Bailey as their candidate for governor, giving him a second chance to unseat incumbent Democrat JB Pritzker in November. Bailey, a farmer from southern Illinois and the party’s 2022 nominee, claimed victory Tuesday night in a four-way primary
Seasons of change in life, stages throughout our years
By Dr. Glenn Mollette There aren’t that many seasons of freedom in life. If you are in one, enjoy the season. When you are a child, you do as your parents say and go where they allow you to go. You are also tied to many, many years of school.
Aurora home destroyed in fire, fundraiser
There was a major fire at Bob Pietrusiak’s house in Aurora January 25. In the middle of the night, his son, Eric, woke him up as he was calling 911. In the rush to get out, Bob slipped on the floor in his bare feet and knelt on embers, resulting
Bill Foster delivers $16.3 Million for 11th District
Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) announced that 14 of the Community Project Funding requests he submitted on behalf of Illinois’ 11th Congressional District were funded for a total of $16,383,000. Project funding was included in the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations packages signed into law by president Donald Trump. Community Project Funding
Jake’s Bagels & Deli served green bagels while hosting the Diabetes Club’s March, ‘Meet and Greet’; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley gains two new members
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members held their March membership meeting Wednesday, March 11, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley welcomed two new members into the Club, at their March membership meeting: Edward and
Free Food Pantry March 20
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, March 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street.
Helicopter egg drop April 4
Faith Lutheran Church, 3000 Liberty St. in Aurora, will host its 16th annual helicopter dropped-Easter Egg event Saturday, April 4, at 11 a.m.. Pastor Rob Douglas said, “This is our gift to our community at Easter, as well as our way of inviting people to our worship services at 8
Rosary wins math contest; Division I rating for musicians
For the first time in school history, Rosary College Prep’s All Girls Math Team earned first place overall at the ICTM Regional Math Contest held February 27 securing a spot at the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) State Finals Saturday, April 18. Competing against top regional schools, Rosary
Rep. Davis property tax relief bill package
State representative Jed Davis (R-Yorkville) recently filed his Property Tax Relief Bill Package. This package includes four bills aimed at lowering the property tax burden on Illinois residents. “Illinois has the highest property taxes in the nation,” said Rep. Davis. “Time and time again, I hear from constituents their number
Aurora Central to stage Curtains musical
“Curtains,” a comedy musical whodunnit, will be staged by Aurora Central Catholic High School’s drama department Performances will be at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 27-28 and at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 29, at the school, 1255 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. General admission is $10; reserved seats are
Scouts to post hundreds of U.S. flags on Memorial Day
In an eighth-annual fundraiser, Scouting America Blackhawk Troop 11 will post a U.S. flag on Aurora-area front lawns this summer. An announcement said Troop 11, based at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, will post flags in Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora on Memorial Day, Flag Day, July 4 and