National Merit Scholarship students: Marmion
National Merit® Scholarship Program commended Marmion Academy students, Evan Jarot and Samuel Schatteman.
Michelle Curiel accepts the Reverend Margaret Ann Williams Service Award
Aurora resident Michelle Curiel, left, accepts the Reverend Margaret Ann Williams Service Award Sunday, Oct. 5 from Rev. Tammy Scott, lead pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Quilts and Kits celebration at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
One-hundred and four handmade quilts drape pews Sunday at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora. In an annual Quilts and Kits celebration, clergy blessed quilts, 166 personal-care kits and 37 baby-care kits bound for Luther World Relief distribution worldwide.
New Kiwanis Club of Aurora president Lucas Albright
Newly-installed Kiwanis Club of Aurora president Lucas Albright (2025-2026) delivers his inaugural address September 30 at the Aurora Country Club.
Reindeer in Illinois discussed during celebration of 200 years of Norwegian immigration to America
Nova the reindeer munches on willow leaves with handler Joe “Santa” Steffen of Newark and Randy Espy, owner of Whispering Pines Reindeer Ranch and Christmas Tree Farm in Shabbona.
Kane County Mourns the Passing of Board Member Dale Berman
Kane County Board member Dale Berman, who had served District 2 since 2020, passed away this morning at the age of 91. He is remembered as a longtime, dedicated public servant and a strong voice for his community. Berman was the current chairman of the Board’s Finance Committee and also
Illinois AG Raoul to file challenge if troops arrive in Chicago
By Jerry Nowicki & Hannah MeiselCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois cannot yet file suit against the federal government for an apparent plan to send federal troops to Chicago, Illinois attorney general Kwame Raoul said, but if boots hit the ground, president Donald Trump “should expect a legal challenge here.” It would
Kiwanis Club of Aurora passing the gavel
Kiwanis Club of Aurora president Dan Ahern (2024-2025) left, passes the gavel to new president, Lucas Albright (2025-2026). Albright’s term began October 1.
Water Street Studios Hosts Mural Celebration Oct. 4
Water Street Studio’s Batavia Public Art Initiative will officially unveil the City of Good Energy mural behind The Comedy Vault from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4. The public is invited to celebrate with complimentary drinks and snacks, music, and a drop-in art craft. There will be an
APLD seeking artists for permanent art installation
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is inviting local artists to be part of something extraordinary: the creation of a permanent art installation that will live at the heart of the Santori Library. This project, inspired by our Community Voices initiative, is more than just an artwork— it’s a chance
Rick Guzman discusses The Neighbor Project
Executive director of The Neighbor Project, Rick Guzman, shares with the Kiwanis Club of Aurora about the work The Neighbor Project does, including helping low-to-moderate-income families reduce debt, build credit, save, and ultimately buy their first homes.
Blessing canines at St. Mark’s in Aurora
Dogs received special blessings, and treats, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora Sunday, Sept. 27. The church held an annual pet blessing of a dozen canines outdoors on the church playground after morning worship. Pastor Krista Zimmerman and Deacon David Webb teamed up to bestow blessings. Pastor Zimmerman said,
High School football: West Aurora vs. Bartlett
West Aurora High School quarterback Mason Atkins (2) carries the ball for a gain against Bartlett Friday, Sept. 26. Host West Aurora won, 49-21.
West Aurora High School homecoming celebration
Cara McLear, left, and Emerson Laufenberg are queen and king at the Mr. and Miss West Aurora High School homecoming celebration at September 24.
Aurora Methodist recognized and honored for youth work
An Aurora woman is among Northern Illinois United Methodists honored for their outstanding ministry with children and youth. They were recognized by United Voices for Children, a coalition of UMC churches, agencies, and individuals within the Northern Illinois Conference that advocates for and supports at-risk children, youth, and their families,
Kane County Cougars win second championship
The Kane County Cougars baseball team celebrates their dramatic Game 5 finale, defeating the Sioux Falls Canaries, 7-5, in 10 innings to win their second straight Miles Wolff Cup and back-to-back American Association championships.
Hispanic Pioneer Breakfast Volunteer of The Year: Jose Jesus Cervantes
Aurora Ward 2 alderman Juany Garza, left, presents the 20th Annual Hispanic Pioneer Breakfast Volunteer of The Year to Jose Jesus Cervantes.
West Aurora goes golden for pediatric cancer awareness
West Aurora High School’s football game vs. South Elgin was golden Friday, Sept. 19. Celebrating Pediatric Cancer Month, students, staff, and others donned gold-colored T-shirts to support Cal’s Angels. The St. Charles-based nonprofit foundation is dedicated to granting wishes, raising pediatric cancer awareness and funding research. Gold is the color
Legacy Nutrition & Fitness, a healthy place for diabetics; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s gala dinner ‘A Night To End Diabetes’, Nov. 14, at Lincoln Inn
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their September “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose the Club and it’s mission, Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Legacy Nutrition & Fitness, 77 S. River Street, in downtown Aurora.
Julia’s Mandolin, Mexican Boxcar Camp Exhibit at APLD
On a summer evening nearly one century ago, the sound of a mandolin floated across the Mexican boxcar camp in West Eola. Played by young Julia Pérez Padilla, the music carried through rows of families who had come from Mexico to work for the railroads in Aurora. Fast forward to