Diabetes Club of Fox Valley at Aurora Farmer’s Market
Members from the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) participate in Saturday’s, Aurora Farmers Market by handing out information on diabetes, prediabetes, and healthy eating.
Celebration of Life, brings together close community
My family and I recently hosted a Celebration of Life for my mom, Jill. We had a wonderful afternoon on La Quinta’s new all seasons patio. Many people filled the room. Lots of friends were there along with several of my mom’s coworkers from the flooring industry in which my
Finishing Contractors Assoc., $44,000 in scholarships
The Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois (FCAI) has awarded $44,000 in academic scholarships to 22 local students through its Larry Nedrow Scholarship Fund. Established in 1992, the FCAI Larry Nedrow Scholarship supports educational development within the painting, drywall, and glazing finishing industry. Each year, contractors who contribute to the Northern
Storm cleanup in Aurora continues
Storm debris pickup continues in Aurora following the August 16 severe weather.
Aurora mayor community town hall series wraps up
Aurora mayor John Laesch got an earful from constituents August 16 morning. For 90 minutes, residents of Wards 4, 5, and 6 shared questions, concerns and an occasional compliment at the fourth of his four community listening and action town halls. The event was held at Prisco Community Center in
Suburban human trafficking targeted by police focus
Incidents of human trafficking are rising in Kane County, a law enforcement official said August 12. Greg Spayth, investigator for Kane County State’s Attorney Office human exploitation unit, discussed sex and labor trafficking in Kane. He was guest speaker at the Citizen Police Academy Alumni of Aurora monthly membership meeting
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members learn about diabetes research at Kovler Diabetes Center; Diabetes Club members donate funds for DAD, Rez
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their August membership meeting Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Club vice president of programs, Chuck Nelson, introduced guest speaker, Peggy Hasenauer, executive director, for the UChicago Medicine-Kovler Diabetes Center. (See
Back to school resources available at APLD
The Aurora Public Library District is sharpening pencils, dusting off backpacks, and gearing up for back-to school! Whether you’re a parent looking to keep your child’s learning momentum going, or an educator planning lessons for eager young minds, APLD has a wealth of resources ready to make this school year
Aurora University starts football training
Aurora University football team trains on opening day of football training camp, Thursday, Aug. 14.
Aurora Wesley United Methodist Church blesses backpacks
Aurora Wesley United Methodist Church lead pastor Tammy Scott, background second from left, leads a backpack blessing celebration Sunday, Aug. 17.
Plano Methodist Church scholarship awarded
Diane Morris, right, announces to the Plano Methodist Church congregation, August 3, that Elizabeth Gould, center, is the recipient of a scholarship, established by Pete and Betty Wolsfeld.
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council new officers
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council #14929 installs new officers recently.
AID ribbon-cutting, for The Wildwood housing
Aurora-based Association for Individual Development (AID) hosted a ribbon-cutting and open house ceremony August 7, to celebrate completion of The Wildwoods, a new affordable and supportive housing development at 691 S. State Street in Elgin. The event featured remarks from several distinguished guests, including Lore Baker, AID president & CEO;
Walking tour of Oswego’s historic downtown Aug. 23
Ever wonder how Oswego’s downtown business district evolved to become the vibrant collection of shops and offices it is today? Find out when the Oswegoland Heritage Association and the Little White School Museum host “Oswego History Tour – Downtown,” starting at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. All communities evolve and
Congresswoman Underwood town hall at East Aurora
U.S Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Naperville, called the recent “beautiful” legislation as “The Big, Ugly Bill” at her town hall August 9. Approximately 70 people attended the two-hour event at the East Aurora School District 131 board room. Attendees asking questions and voicing concerns included residents of Aurora, Batavia, Montgomery, Naperville,
Aurora Ballet Folklorico Yunuen dancers perform at back-to-school fair
Aurora Ballet Folklorico Yunuen dancers perform Aztec dances as families look on during a free back-to-school wellness fair August 8 at Community Health Partnership of Illinois’ health center in Aurora.
Aurora’s new CFO and director of Public Works sworn in; Mutual Ground celebrates 50 years
By Jason Crane Stacey Peterson was sworn in to serve as the City’s new chief financial officer (CFO) and City treasurer at the Tuesday, Aug. 12 City Council meeting along with Jason Bauer to serve as the City’s new director of Public Works and City engineer. Peterson, was appointed to
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members participant in Aunt Martha’s, Back To School Health Fair; Diabetes Club promotes awareness at National Night Out
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley participated in Aurora alderman Carl Franco’s, Fifth Ward National Night Out (NNO), Tuesday, Aug. 5, at Washington Park, on Constitution Drive, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Diabetes Club members handed out information on prediabetes, diabetes, healthy eating and our new
Stuck in a work rut? Career help at the Aurora Library
Let’s say you’ve hit a wall in your current career. Maybe you’re feeling unmotivated or underappreciated at the workplace, yet starting over is overwhelming without knowing where to start. Thankfully, the Aurora Public Library District is here to help! We’ve got resources in-person and online to help you advance in