Best in show at Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 annual LaSalle Street Car Show
Mike and Beulah Metzger of West Chicago pose with the Best in Show Award
Aurora police Chief and Deputy Chief, Badge of honor
Aurora Police Chief Keith Cross, left, and Deputy Chief Matt Thomas, are sworn in.
Special salute to retiring Aurora CFO; questions on Census
By Jason Crane At the Aurora city government Committee of the Whole meeting Tuesday, mayor of Aurora Richard Irvin presented the Mayor’s Award of Excellence to Aurora city government chief financial officer, Marty Lyons. See photo. Lyons who has been with the City for more than three years is retiring
Michelangelo’s brilliance stands the test of time
In May of this year the grand exhibit of the Sistine Chapel came to Oak Brook. It was astonishing. Remarkable. Beautiful. Extraordinary. Completed in 1512 and restored in the 1980s, these heavy canvas reproductions took two years to complete with the help of the Vatican photographer. And to think our
Southeast Kane County TRIAD picnic for seniors at Phillips Park in Aurora
TRIAD is a program philosophy that focuses on reducing criminal victimization of older persons and enhancing the delivery of law enforcement services to these individuals. TRIAD truly believes that senior citizens should be able to feel safe in their own communities. The philosophy sees law enforcement, older volunteers, and social
Back to School Block Jam in Aurora
Aurora Downtown was host to a back to school celebration on Saturday with hundreds in attendance.
Aurora Downtown’s second gateway mural, Mangkuk Restaurant
Aurora Downtown’s second gateway mural features a unity theme by community artists Laura Lynn and Catalina Diaz.
Chili Appreciation Society International’s (CASI) Batavia Chili Cook-Off August 7
Chili Appreciation Society International’s (CASI) Batavia Chili Cook-Off Saturday, Aug. 7 was at the Batavia Riverwalk.
Judge Bianca Camargo sworn in, 16th Judicial Circuit judge
Judge Bianca Camargo right, recently sworn in, takes the oath of the 16th Judicial Circuit judge from Kane County Chief Judge Clint Hull.
Sue Skelley reflects on joy of coaching at East Aurora
By Bobby Narang By this time of the season, Sue Skelley is usually knee deep into coaching. For most of her life, Skelley had been a staple in the East Aurora community, coaching several sports and handling various administration jobs. But these days, Skelley is enjoying her view from the
Bash at the Big House at former Joliet Correctional Facility August 7
John Condron and The Old Gang Orchestra perform August 7 in the Bash at the Big House event at the former Joliet Correctional Facility.
Pet of the Week: Jordan loves to be brushed, relax
Jordan is a male Domestic Mediumhair Brown Tiger who was born April 11, 2021. Jordan loves having his long fur brushed when he is not busy playing with toys or watching birds outside. When it comes time to relax, you can often find him napping in the bathroom sink. Jordan’s
A First Fridays’ stroll in downtown Aurora
A part of the charm at the First Fridays’ events is the good Summer weather as a setting for a stroll down Downer Place in Downtown Aurora to observe and enjoy the sites, sounds, and events.
Herschel Luckinbill remembered
• See Veterans’ Voice thevoice.us/tribute-fitting-memorial-to-herschel-luckinbill By Al Benson “Mr. Veteran” was remembered by fellow veterans and friends Thursday, Aug. 5. Ed Doepel of Yorkville, Aurora Police Department chaplain, recalled the late Herschel L. Luckinbill of Montgomery for his service to veterans and the community. Doepel, an Army veteran and Aurora
Aurora City Council focus: Wide range of housing approval
By Jason Crane At the Aurora city government City Council meeting Tuesday, Council members approved a number of development and improvement projects from traffic signals and parking garage surveillance system upgrades to sidewalks, affordable housing, and planning for higher-end housing. The 12-minute meeting didn’t have any speakers seeking to use
Kalamazoo caper proves worthwhile: Many libraries
First of all, the name appealed to me! But, realize, the city has not had a zoo since 1974!! One of the closest is in Battle Creek, Mich. and is the Binder Park Zoo. Originally known as Bronson, after founder Titus Bronson, the city and township were changed to Kalamazoo
‘Thoughtful dialogue’ hallmark of Judson University Forums
By Tom Siebert During the previous politically-divisive decade, the World Leaders Forum at Judson University in Elgin has served as a civilized oasis of public policy debate among heads of state from around the globe. The Christian college began the event with a big bang in April 2011 when it
Lunchtime at at Blackhawk Park in Aurora
Children enjoy lunch among playground equipment Monday, Aug. 2 during an outdoor program at Blackhawk Park in Aurora by Wesley United Methodist Church.
Aurora City Council members and Kane County judges distribute school supplies
Aurora City Council members are joined by Kane County judges to distribute school supplies.
High School football practice: West Aurora High School, East Aurora High School
East Aurora High School head coach Nick Kukuc, in a huddle with players Monday, wears a mask to prevent spread of COVID-19.