Starfish Animal Rescue fundraiser
Carrying an adoptable pup, Dori O’Brien of Geneva sells raffle tickets at “Santa Paws,” a 14th annual fundraiser for Starfish Animal Rescue December 6 in Geneva.
Fox Valley Festival Angel Anthems of Peace
Mary Beth McCarthy, left, directs the Fox Valley Festival chorus December 7 in “Angel Anthems of Peace,” a winter concert at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora.
Sixty nativity sets from around the world
In a 21st annual display, 60 nativity sets from around the world were exhibited December 5, at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist in Oswego. Nativity scenes were placed on boards on pews in the church sanctuary by Good Shepherd congregants Pam and Bob Dodson, Jr., of Oswego. Included
Sommerville family sings at Hope Chest resale store in Aurora
Sommerville members Reid Sommerville, from left, Kari Sommerville and Kurt Sommerville sing seasonal tunes Saturday inside Hope Chest resale store in Aurora.
Oswego High School takes second in State, Class 8A
Chicago Mt Carmel High School quarterback, Emmett Dowling, 7, is under heavy pressure in the Class 8A State championship game Wednesday, Dec. 3.
2025 Batavia Citizen of the Year, Linda Schielke
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Linda Schielke as the 2025 Citizen of the Year (COTY), honoring her decades of service, leadership, and unwavering dedication to the Batavia community. The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will honor Linda Thursday, April 23, at the Chamber’s Inspire 2026: A Celebration
Giving Tuesday: Suburban retired teachers give back
On Giving Tuesday, December 2, suburban retired teachers gave back. Members of the Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association celebrated an annual holiday luncheon at Lincoln Inn in Batavia with donations to Aurora community groups. Donations of winter hats, gloves, and other winter gear filled a table. The donations will help
25th annual Turkey Bowl flag football
A tackler brings down a ball carrier in the off-duty Aurora firefighters’ 25th annual Turkey Bowl flag football game Thanksgiving morning at West Aurora High School.
Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch honors two Aurora residents selected to perform at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
At Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, mayor of Aurora, John Laesch honored two West Aurora High School students who represented Aurora on the national stage, performing at last week’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Asher and Emily Lesniak were selected to perform as part of
The value of a library card, borrow instead of buying
It’s easy to overlook just how much money the library can help you save. At the Aurora Public Library District (APLD), we are continually working to reduce everyday costs for individuals and families and increase our overall value to Aurora. You see this through the collections we maintain, the services
Kiwanis Club of Aurora stocks the shelves at the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry November 21
Some of the Kiwanis Club of Aurora members pose for a photo after helping sort holiday food at the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry November 21.
Wesley Methodist lights the Advent wreath candle
Hannah Scott of Oswego, center, lights an Advent wreath candle November 30 to open the holy season at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Lifelong Learning Center at Waubonsee Community College
The Kiwanis Club of Aurora learned November 25, about the Lifelong Learning Center at Waubonsee Community College from Ceil Carey.
High School basketball: Aurora Central Catholic vs. Plainfield Central
Aurora Central Catholic High School’s Ashley Watter (40) drives against Plainfield Central defenders November 24 in the West Aurora Turkey Tournament.
High School basketball: Oswego vs. Aurora Central Catholic
Oswego High School’s Jordyn Parnell (21) shoots over Aurora Central Catholic’s Annalyse McCarty (11) November 25, in the West Aurora Turkey Tournament.
‘Brassy and Bright’: Fox Valley Brass Band concert Dec. 14
“Brassy and Bright,” a Fox Valley Brass Band holiday concert, is at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, hosted by Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St., Aurora. Victor Anderson returns to direct the 31-member band in joyful carols and dazzling selections by Stephen Bulla, Andrew Wainwright and more! Tickets,
Batavia artist exhibits at Marmion
“Pilgrimage,” an art exhibit by Batavia artist and educator Chris Hodge, is hosted by Marmion Academy’s Dr. Scholl Gallery to Feb. 1 at the school, 1000 Butterfield Rd. in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are. Opening with a reception Sunday, Nov. 30, the exhibit showcases spiritual-themed works
Aurora Winter Lights Festival 2025
The Aurora Winter Lights Festival parade delighted many onlookers in downtown Aurora November 21.