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Aurora Lions ring for Salvation Army, volunteers needed

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Aurora Lions Club members collected donations for the Aurora Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign Saturday, Nov. 23. From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., 14 Lions rang handbells in one-hour shifts outside Jewel-Osco, at 1952 W. Galena Boulevard in Aurora from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Army Aurora Corps Major Joaquin...

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Baking duo celebrate 50 years of making treats

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Approximately 400 homemade buttermints came out of an Aurora oven recently for the 19th annual cookie and candy sale at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. The sweets, in pink, green, yellow and white hues for the holidays, are an annual highlight of a sale sponsored by the church’s United...

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Explaining diabetes, common warning signs, treatments

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By Russ George National Diabetes Awareness Month will end November 30. However, members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley work together, year round, to bring about an awareness of diabetes, prediabetes, and the dangers of uncontrolled blood sugar (glucose). Last week, I shared with readers of The Voice, what...

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Aurora Library Foundation Winter Gala 2024

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The Aurora Public Library Foundation’s much-anticipated Winter Gala is set to dazzle attendees Saturday, Dec. 7, with an evening of elegance, entertainment, and philanthropy. This signature event offers attendees a magical atmosphere filled with fabulous cuisine, live music, and the spirit of giving. Mingle with community leaders and supporters while...

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Thirteen faith communities join in celebration

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Christians, Jews, Muslims, and 10 other faith communities spanning Kane and Kendall counties came together Sunday, Nov. 24. InterFaith Aurora, an ecumenical nonprofit, sponsored its 16th annual “Thanksgiving Celebration of Music and Friendship” at New England Congregational Church in Aurora. An estimated 150 persons attended the program with the theme...

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Kiwanis Club of Aurora’s Coats for Kids provides leadership for citywide drive

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The Kiwanis Club of Aurora is proudly living its mission to “Serve the Children of the World,” helping local kids stay warm this winter through its leadership of the citywide “Coats for Kids” initiative. Partnering with the City of Aurora, Cities In Schools Aurora, and local businesses, the Kiwanis Club...

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Inaugural Lumenaura illuminated downtown Aurora

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I’m not sure that I ever pronounced it correctly, but Lumenaura sure was fun. Aurora’s inaugural light festival that branded itself as an interactive light and sound experience ran from October 4 through November 1. Lumenaura gave us another reason to explore downtown Aurora. Branded as an “illuminated art experience”...

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Aurora University student receives award

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Aurora University senior Olivia Buzzelli 2025 was named a recipient of the Abraham Lincoln Civic Engagement Award, representing the university as a Student Laureate of The Lincoln Academy of Illinois. Buzzelli joins top students from 49 colleges and universities across the state selected to receive the annual award in recognition...

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Pet of the Week: Grover: Tough start, ready for home

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Grover is a male boxer mix, who is two years old. In spite of a rough start, Grover loves to snuggle on the couch with his humans. He had a rough start and needed surgery on his knees. He has been doing great with recovery. He will need the same...

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Illinois Democrats brace for Trump administration return

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By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com During Donald Trump’s first term as president, Illinois governor JB Pritzker and Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly spent much of their time enacting laws and policies in direct opposition to the conservative agenda they saw coming from the White House. Those included the 2019...

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Magic Show at Aurora Library November 27

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Next week many kids will be off school for Fall Break, making it the perfect time for family activities! The Aurora Public Library District has a great option: Magic with Gary Kantor, a family-friendly event Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 1 p.m. at the Santori Library, 101 S. River Street, Aurora....

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Aurora volunteers assemble 128 sandwiches for community

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Volunteers at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora made 128 sandwiches for hungry individuals in our area Saturday, Nov. 9. Let’s Go Fellowship, a church adult group, sponsored the project in a meeting at the church. Twenty-four volunteers made turkey and cheese and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches that were...

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Plano Methodist Church and Plano American Legion Auxiliary Veterans Day Luncheon

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Plano Methodist Church and Plano American Legion Auxiliary honored our veterans and their families with a Veterans Day Luncheon November 11 at the Plano Methodist Church.

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Aurora University president named Notable Latino Leader

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Aurora University president Susana Rivera-Mills, Ph.D. has been included in Crain’s Chicago Business’ Notable Latino Leaders feature. John D. Ammons, Aurora board of trustees chair, made the announcement in an email to alumni. He said, “Crain’s Chicago Business, a leading regional publication known for its in-depth news and analysis, annually...

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Carousel Pets

Chip: Loyal dog, needs to be solo

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Chip is a male Hound who is six years old. Chip was adopted and is great with kids. However when another large dog was adopted in the home he became jealous and would not share and get into fights. Chip would thrive best in a sole dog household where he...

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Powerful message from former POW Jessica Lynch

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Former prisoner of war and U.S. Army Veteran Jessica Lynch shared how she has turned her pain into her purpose in Aurora on Veterans Day. Her heart wrenching yet inspiring story of her time as a prisoner of war in Iraq moved many in the crowd to tears and then...

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