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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
Friday, Feb. 27IHSA State tournament Class 4A-1ARegional championships Tuesday, March 3IHSA State Tournament Class 4A-1ASectional semi-finals Wednesday, March 4IHSA State Tournament Class 4A-1ASectional semi-finals Friday, March 6IHSA State Tournament Class 4A-1ASectional championships Monday, March 9IHSA State Tournament Class 4A-1ASuper-sectionals Thursday, March 12University of Illinois (State Farm)IHSA State Tournament Class1ASemi-finalsTBA vs.
Waubonsee Community College’s men’s basketball team captured the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference (ISCC) title with an 85-72 victory at the College of Lake County to close out the regular season. The Chiefs finished with an 11-3 record in ISCC action, one game ahead of second-place Moraine Valley Community College, to
City of Aurora economic development projects are focusing on commercial and residential. That was the word February 19 from Aurora zoning and planning division director Tracey Vacek at Aurora Lions Club’s monthly luncheon meeting at Riverview Diner in Montgomery. Vacek said key retail projects include: •A Climate and Equitable Jobs
Aurora University’s Josh Tinney (10) drives through Benedictine University defenders February 18. Host Aurora won, 87-78.
ndividuals involved in the Open Roads ABATE Pool Tournament February 21 pose for a photo.
Cathy Hayen is retiring from the City of Aurora government at the end of February. You might not know her by name, but you know her by the gardens, baskets, and planters of vibrant colors that have transformed downtown Aurora over the years into a seasonal paradise. In 2014, Hayen
