Aurora’s new Police Chief, Matthew Thomas, sworn in
Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch, right, swears in recently-appointed Aurora Police Chief Matthew Thomas at the May 20 Committee of the Whole meeting.
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members hear from Mayor of North Aurora, Mark Gaffino; ‘Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes’ golf outing June 20
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their May membership meeting Wednesday, May 14, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Club vice president of programs, Chuck Nelson, introduced guest speaker, Mark Gaffino, mayor and Village president of North Aurora, stated, “Mayor
Summer Reading Adventure, Level Up at Your Library
Brave adventurers, the realm of Aurora beckons you to embark on an epic journey of knowledge and discovery! The Aurora Public Library District’s Summer Reading Adventure, Level Up at Your Library, is a call to all heroes—young and old—to level up through the completion of quests at home, in the
Aurora University breaks ground for new library
May 15, Aurora University announced a Learning Commons to replace Charles B. Phillips Library. AU President Susana Rivera-Mills, Ph.D., presided at an earlier internal groundbreaking ceremony for students, faculty, staff and board of directors. She said construction on the three-story, multi-functional building is planned for a plot along Prairie Street
Alley Art Festival’s celebrates World Collage Day at Water Street Studios
Four collage artists show their work during Alley Art Festival’s free workshop celebration of World Collage Day May 10 at Water Street Studios in Batavia.
Senior health and wellness fair at Batavia Public Library
Kane County coroner’s office and Illinois Attorney General representatives provide information at the first senior health and wellness fair at Batavia Public Library May 16, hosted by Central Kane County TRIAD.
Norway Day parade in Park Ridge
Kelly Welin of Wheaton, left, and Nancy Andersen, St. Charles, carry a banner in Sunday, May 18’s annual Norway Day parade in Park Ridge.
2025 Master Farmer Awarded to Steve Pitstick
The Kane County Board formally recognized Maple Park farmer, Steve Pitstick, with a congratulatory proclamation for receiving the 2025 Master Farmer Award, presented by Prairie Farmer magazine.
Goodbye Jill, an inspirational mother, who will be missed
No guilt, my mom said. She didn’t want me to feel any guilt for her fatal diagnosis. I told her that I felt guilty, or maybe just naive, that I didn’t encourage her to get her pesky gastrointestinal problems looked at sooner. She had been complaining of digestive issues for
John Laesch sworn in as 60th mayor of Aurora
John Laesch, the 60th mayor of Aurora, was sworn-in by Aurora City clerk, Jennifer Stallings, Tuesday, May 13 at the Paramount Theatre.
Fallen Aurora firefighter honored at State’s annual memorial ceremony
By Jade AubreyCapitol News Illinoisjaubrey@capitolnewsillinois.com Fallen Aurora firefighter Cristian Medrano was honored at the state’s 32nd annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial held outside the Statehouse Tuesday, May 13. The memorial is held each May in front of the commemorative statue on the Statehouse’s back lawn as a tribute to Illinois firefighters
Aurora sports festival, 1,200 middle schoolers compete
Celebrating National Physical Fitness and Sports month, 1,200 Aurora middle school students competed in the city’s 31st annual Sports Festival Friday, May 9. Aurora’s Youth Services Division sponsored the event at Phillips Park for students from 14 middle schools. Events included basketball, soccer, softball, bowling, skating, chess, checkers, cornhole, volleyball,
Aurora Luxies, grand finale to the clubs of Aurora’s history
By Ricky Rieckert(Final part) With this final article about the history of Aurora’s social, nationality, and service clubs, I hope you have enjoyed the stroll down memory lane. It’s a privilege to write about the history of this great city, Aurora. As the Luxies cemented themselves as a premier club
Bringing the library to you: Outreach Services Dept.
While Aurora’s colorful Bookmobile is a familiar sight at parks, schools, and community events, there’s another quieter, heartfelt service happening behind the scenes. The Aurora Public Library District’s (APLD) Outreach Services Department (OSD) is hard at work delivering joy and connection through its Deposit Collection and Home Delivery service. Essentially,
Rockets launch at Wesley in Aurora
Young rocketeers line up to launch their water-propelled rockets May 7 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Batavia second annual volunteer fair
Batavia Chamber of Commerce president/CEO Margaret Perreault, seated, and Shirley Mott, communications and membership coordinator, right, welcome a visitor to the chamber’s second annual volunteer fair May 6 at Batavia Public Library.
College softball: Aurora University vs. Milwaukee School of Engineering
Aurora University catcher, Kelsey Oviatt, connects May 8 against Milwaukee School of Engineering in the opening round of the 2025 Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference tournament.
Plano American Legion rummage sale
Plano American Legion Auxiliary held a rummage sale May 2 and May 3 to raise funds for veterans.
Three Fires Council, gives Awards of Merit to volunteers
Two local scout volunteers, Julia Reina Jeffries and Brian Joseph Hockings were recently honored with the Potawatomi District Award of Merit for their outstanding service to youth. Each spring, Three Fires Council, Scouting America recognizes the efforts of volunteers who make a difference in the lives of the youth they
Pet of the Week: Good girl Gabby, needs new home
Gabby is a female four-year-old Lab mix. Gabby weighs in at 40 pounds and is great with humans and other dogs. Gabby brings the fun with her playful energy, but she’s just as happy curled up next to you for a cuddle session. Gabby is trained and comes when called,