Aurora University students rally for move-in day
Celebrating fall move-in day, new Aurora University students pack the bleachers in Thornton Gym for a group photo.
Pet of the Week: Cocoa: Old girl, still has plenty of pep
Cocoa is a female Labrador Retriever who is 12 years old. Despite her age, Cocoa still has a serious pep in her step — and plenty of strength to keep up on short adventures! Cocoa is currently learning leash manners since she’s a strong girl who sometimes struggles to contain
Aurora unseals 100-year-old time capsule
A vintage bible, photos, newspaper clippings, and other historic items were recovered from a 100-year-old Aurora Masonic lodge time capsule, which was unsealed Saturday, Aug. 22. Approximately 50 people attended the two-hour evening event on the lawn at the Grand Army of the Republic Hall and Military Museum, 23 E.
High school football: Yorkville vs. Crete-Monee
Yorkville High School’s Gavin Geegan, No. 34, runs for yards against Crete-Monee August 21.
‘Road warrior’ fighting family homelessness
Naperville resident Diane Nilan is a road warrior fighting family homelessness. Nilan explored local to national family homelessness issues for Aurora Lions Club members meeting at Riverview Diner in Montgomery August 20. For the past 20 years, she said, she has driven 500,000 miles in 49 states, writing, filming, and
Mastodon Lake Dredging and Shoreline Restoration Project
Many varied representatives dig a shovel into the dirt August 20 to commemorate the start of the historic Mastodon Lake Dredging and Shoreline Restoration Project.
Who’s ready for kindergarten? SPARK Aurora
If you’ve ever watched a preschooler turn a cardboard box into a spaceship, listen to the same song 17 times in a row, or host a tea party for their stuffed animals, you’ve seen something magical in action: learning through play! At the Aurora Public Library District (APLD), we celebrate
Arts funding is next step for Aurora’s art scene to level up
Alley Art Festival is set to be an afternoon of local art along Water Street Mall and Downer Place Saturday, Aug. 29 from noon to 5 p.m.. This is the fourth article in a series about the event that is ending this year. I turned 50 this August, and I’ve
Montgomery’s new Chief of Police sings at Montgomery Fest
Montgomery’s new Chief of Police, Chris Burne, sings ‘It’s a Great Day to be Alive’ with Whiskey Road August 16 during Montgomery Fest.
Rare Mexican-American masks on display at Aurora Public Art
Rare Mexican-American masks are on display in “Masks: Identity in Diversity” at Aurora Public Art, 20 E. Downer Place, Aurora.
Plano Methodist ice cream social
Plano Methodist Church’s Fellowship Committee members and Church members enjoy the annual ice cream social August 16, after the Sunday worship service
Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois presents scholarships to students
The Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois (FCAI), headquartered in Aurora, awards $70,000 in academic scholarships to 11 of the 35 students through its Larry Nedrow Scholarship Fund at Fishermen’s Inn in Elburn recently.
Diabetes Club members hear from Dr. Kinsley Jin; ‘Meet & Greet’ at Aurora Farmers Market, Aug. 29
By Russ George(See photo on page 8) Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their August membership meeting, August 12, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Guest speaker for this month’s meeting was Diabetes Club member, Dr. Kinsley Jin, from Aunt Martha’s Aurora Healthcare,
Kanopy: A new way to stream and discover at APLD
Ever spend 20 minutes scrolling through streaming services only to decide there’s nothing new to watch? Us too. That’s why the Aurora Public Library District is excited to introduce Kanopy, the newest addition to our digital collection family. Kanopy is more than just another place to watch movies. It’s an
Wesley United Methodist Church blesses backpacks
Reverend Tammy Scott, right, lead pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, blesses school backpacks and adult briefcases Sunday, Aug. 16.
Prayer shawl for college-bound student
Oswego East High 2026 grad Nathan Cristaunjaya, left, receives a prayer shawl Sunday, Aug. 16, from Reverend Tammy Scott, lead pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
National Night Out site leaders honored at Aurora City Council
During the August 11 Aurora City Council meeting, 24 of the National Night Out site leaders receive honors for making this year’s community-wide celebration a success.
Pet of the Week: Pumpkin Muffin: Loves to play, fetch
Pumpkin Muffin is a male Australian Cattle Dog mix who is seven-years-old. Pumpkin Muffin is working on getting back to a healthy weight. He loves to play fetch and he is very food motivated! He can sit, give paw, and sit pretty! He very much enjoys butt and back scratches
Pritzker, Bailey farm forum
By Ben SzalinskiCapitol News Illinoisbszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois farmers heard pitches from incumbent governor JB Pritzker and downstate Republican farmer Darren Bailey, Monday as each argued they’re best positioned to address agricultural issues. Bailey, a former State lawmaker who was also his party’s nominee for governor in 2022, told the crowd at
Wayside Cross ground-breaking in Montgomery
Representatives from various organizations dig shovels into the dirt during a ground-breaking ceremony for the Wayside Cross Ministries (WCM) Youth Center in Montgomery.