National Night Out at Randall West in Aurora
Participants enjoy the National Night Out at Randall West in Aurora, August 2.
Epic Elvis reveals strength, triumph more than tragedy
By Tom Siebert “Nothing affected me until I heard Elvis,” John Lennon once said. Bob Dylan described hearing Presley’s voice for the first time as “like busting out of jail.” I grew up in a subsequent era, however, when the “King of Rock ’n’ Roll” was widely viewed as an
High school football Fall practices start for West Aurora
High school football Fall practices started earlier this week.
Aurora Noon Lions celebrate 100 years, set future course
By Al Benson “I challenge you to keep up the good work. “Have fun. “Aurora Lions roar for another 100 years!” That was the charge to the Aurora Noon Lions Club Thursday, July 28, from Lions Clubs International past international director Robert “Bob” Block. Elected at the Lions’ 102nd international
Aurora Noon Lions: Lions’ Key award, diabetes education
Donna Carter, RN, explains diabetes basics to Aurora Noon Lions Club members Thursday, Aug. 4, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora. Carter is a quality coordinator at Rush-Copley Medical Center’s outpatient diabetes center in Aurora.
Take time to choose plants which fit conditions
By Nancy Kreith Taking time to select plants for difficult growing conditions helps long-term success Difficult growing conditions leave gardeners stumped when selecting plants. These planting areas may include alkaline soils, dry shade, over a septic tank, a large local deer population, and more. Always consider the existing site conditions
Aurora National Night out 2022
Aurora Officer Flores of the Aurora Police Department presents rubber wrist bracelets at Aurora National Night Out
Derek Trucks performs with Susan Tedeschi at RiverEdge Park in Aurora
Derek Trucks, left, performs with Susan Tedeschi at RiverEdge Park in Aurora Tuesday, July 26
Stolp Island Social seeks grant of $45,000 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
By Jason Crane Amy Morton, owner and operator of Stolp Island Social restaurant that opened in 2019 in downtown Aurora, addressed the Aurora City Council at the Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting Tuesday, Aug. 2. Morton, daughter of legendary restaurateur Arnie Morton of Morton’s Steakhouse, explained the importance of
Pressure on England’s King John led to 1215 Magna Carta
“To no one will we sell, to no one will we deny, or delay, right, or justice.” Clause 40 In 1206 King John renewed his war with France causing him to lose the duchies of Normandy and Anjou among other territories. A feud with Pope Innocent III began in 1208
‘Creating things’ Yvonne Toney’s business in Aurora
Welcoming new businesses and entrepreneurs to Aurora is essential and, frankly, something that should happen routinely. To that end, there’s a bit of soul emerging in the Aurora downtown business district, and it’s brought to us by an inspiring, innovative, black female whose veteran-owned company, The Cotton Seed Creative, is
Jo Fredell Higgins Woodridge book-signing
The signature book-signing and release event for the history of Woodridge Book, published by Arcadia Publishing, at Woodridge Village Hall Saturday, July 30 brings to light the establishment of Woodridge. The chief of police played the bagpipes and the mayor, Gina Cunningham, opened the program with the Color Guard presentation
‘First Love’ in celebration
By Al Benson St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora celebrated Mission Trip Weekend Saturday and Sunday, July 30-31. Returning from a weeklong mission trip to Minneapolis, teen and adult volunteers offered reflections during services. From July 24 to July 29, 22 St. Mark’s teens and five adults helped with house
Dena Smith, St. Charles Salvation Army, speaks July 31, at United Methodist Church of Geneva
St. Charles Salvation Army Corps Lt. Dena Smith is a speaker Sunday, July 31, during a Moment for Mission at United Methodist Church of Geneva.
High school graduates honored with handmade blankets at Geneva UMC
Joshua Karwoski of Batavia claims a fleece blanket at United Methodist Church of Geneva Sunday, July 31.
Fannie Morrison, 33-year Mutual Ground volunteer, director of Miss Fannie’s Yard Sale
Fannie Morrison of Aurora, founder and director of Miss Fannie’s Yard Sale, directs an attendee Friday at her 16th annual benefit for Mutual Ground domestic violence shelter in Aurora.
Welcome to new Aurora Noon Lions Club member, Randy Brown
Randy Brown, left, Aurora Noon Lions Club membership committee chairman, extends a welcomes to Tom Voigt of Aurora, Thursday, July 21.
Evidentiary Abuse Affidavit (EAA) assists in abuse cases
I love it when Aurora is on the cutting edge of something great. A few weeks ago I met Norma Peterson at the Farmers Market in Aurora. She is the sister-in-law of the infamous Drew Peterson and has devoted her life to helping those who are victims of domestic abuse.
President Andrew Jackson continually contradictory
“I was born for a storm. And a calm does not suit me.” —Andrew Jackson Andrew Jackson was born in the colonial Carolinas March 15, 1767 and was an American lawyer, general, and statesman, who served as the seventh president of the United States, 1829 to 1837. Jackson had gained
Aurora Public Library District advisory services: Staff Picks, Book Match
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is constantly driving home the message that the Library is more than just books, but we still love talking about books and suggesting titles to our customers! When the COVID-19 Pandemic forced many customers to stay home, we needed to find new ways to