Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch honored Marmion Academy’s boys swimming, (top photo) and wrestling teams at the April 14 City Council meeting. The teams captured multiple Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State championships in late February. Marmion’s Boys Swimming Team led the charge, with athlete Brayden Capen winning both the
I’m excited to get a headstart on summer this year. For me, that means squeezing in lots of local events as the weather warms up. I am partial to art and music events, but I also make room for plant sales, markets, and supporting small businesses. I’m already having to
Thirty-three people pose for a photo at a train fun run sponsored by Open Roads ABATE April 11.
Moxie is female Ibizan Hound mix who is two-years-old. Moxie is the perfect blend of playful and affectionate, always ready for belly rubs, cuddles, and all the attention you can give. With her cute looks and loving personality, she wins hearts instantly. She gets along wonderfully with other dogs and
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley hosted Quilts of Valor’s presentation at their April membership meeting, held at Oak Street Restaurant, in North Aurora. DCFV vice president of programs, Chuck Nelson, introduced guest speaker, Donna Bohr, for Quilts of Valor Foundation. Donna, spoke briefly about Quilts of
Every April, the Aurora Public Library District and libraries across the country come together to celebrate National Library Week. It’s a time to recognize the vital role libraries play in strengthening communities, expanding access to information, and inspiring lifelong learning. It’s also a reminder that libraries are not just places
Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP), part of Community Foundation of the Fox Valley, members Zoe Zawacki and Caroline Escobedo, both seniors at West Aurora High School, spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Aurora meeting March 31.
Reverend Steve Good reads scripture during an ecumenical Good Friday service at Oswego’s Wellspring United Methodist recently.
Open Roads ABATE president Sam Mataya, left, shakes the hand of City of Sandwich mayor Todd Latham, who signed a proclamation proclaiming May is Motorcycle Awareness Month at the April 6 Sandwich City Council Meeting.
Laurie Lasseter of Woodridge won the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s March portion of the Preserve the Moment photo contest with her picture of a gull fighting with a bald eagle over a fish at Whalon Lake in Naperville.
On the morning of Easter Sunday, several men from the the Plano Methodist Church gather to serve breakfast to the congregation after the early morning service.
Lulu is a female Lab/Hound mix who is 6-7 years old. Lulu was surrendered by her owner who was 91 and could no longer care for her. Unfortunately Lulu has not lead a very healthy life. She had to loose multiple teeth due to chewing on a crate or chain.
Children and adults scramble for Easter eggs in an annual outdoor hunt at Aurora’s Redeemer Community Church Saturday, April 4.
Approximately 40 people attended a March 31 town hall that focused on a long-vacant Aurora health club. Kane County District 4 Board member Mavis Bates hosted the meeting at Aurora Public Library–West Branch. Other guest speakers were John Mall, Kane County code enforcement officer; and Aurora Ward 5 alderman Carl
By Kiri Palm, Aurora Public Library, West Branch manager There were a lot of important questions I was asked while interviewing for my position as the West Branch Manager, but one really stood out: How do you feel about a branch renovation? It was an exciting prospect and an undertaking
Celebrating “Spring Fling,” Aurora Lions club will hold its annual spring pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, April 11 from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will be held at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 27 E. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. The public is invited to pose for photos with the Easter bunny.
“It’s up to us to (practice) sustainability.” That was the message April 2 to Aurora Lions Club members from Mavis Bates, chair of Aurora mayor John Laesch’s Sustainable Aurora advisory board. Bates, District 4 Kane County board member, also chairs the County’s energy and environmental committee. As guest speaker at
Aurora University’s Emily Gabrelcik (8) carries the ball against a Purdue Northwest defender at Vago Field in Aurora Saturday, April 4.
Emily Rengald, left, and Rose O’Horo serve pancakes at the Salvation Army Aurora Corps community center Saturday, April 4.
The Wesley Ringers handbell ensemble at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora perform during Easter Sunday worship services.
