Friday storms, loss of landmark in Aurora
The severe storms Friday, March 14 leveled the sign at Aurora Pancake House, 321 N. Lake Street, Aurora.
Friendly Visiting Program: Connectivity helps us all grow
Willing volunteers can help elderly neighbors, by just being a friendly visitor, according to Cindy Adams, the coordinator of the friendly visiting program of Senior Services Associates, Inc.. Cindy enlists volunteers of all ages, active retirees, working professionals, and college students, to spend an hour or more each week to
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members hear from United Wound Care Centers of Aurora
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their March membership meeting Wednesday, March 12, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Guest speakers were Dr. Ken Olson, DC, and Dr. John Konopelski from United Wound Centers, formerly known as Anodyne Pain and
Aurora City Council, mayor honor Women’s History Month
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council honored alderwomen Juany Garza, Patty Smith, and Shweta Baid along with other female City leaders for Women’s History Month at the Tuesday, March 18, City Council Committee of the Whole meeting. In addition, superintendent of East Aurora School District 131, Jennifer Norrell was
Writing Programs at the Aurora Public Library District
Are you a budding poet or an aspiring writer looking for inspiration, guidance, or a community to share your work with? The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) offers a variety of writing and poetry programs designed to nurture your creativity, refine your skills, and connect you with like-minded individuals. Whether
College softball: Aurora University vs. Alma
Aurora University softball player, Carly Clemens, hits a double against visiting Alma College in game one of a doubleheader Saturday, March 15.
College hockey: Aurora University vs. Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Aurora University freshman defenseman, Keaton Lipsett, (23), left, celebrates his third-period goal against University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Saturday, March 15, at Fox Valley Ice Arena in Geneva.
Eating pie for Pi(e) Day; at Wesley United Methodist
“Let them eat pie,” a modern twist on a French Revolution quote, was the theme after a 10:30 a.m. worship service, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Sunday, March 16. Congregants celebrated Pi Day by sampling 12 varieties of pie during a pie potluck. Lead pastor Reverend Tammy Scott said congregants
Aurora Lions Club serves lunch at Hesed House
Celebrating its “We Serve” motto, Aurora Lions Club members prepared and served lunch at Hesed House homeless shelter in Aurora Thursday, March 13. The menu featured sloppy joe sandwiches and sides. Lions volunteers were Dick Schindel, Joe Beary, Tom Muth, Gary Reis, Archie Vargas, and Susan Koepke. Aurora Lions offer
Free concert, Avalon String Quartet April 4
The Chicago-based, world-renowned Avalon String Quartet will present a free community concert Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. at Aurora Christian School, 2255 Sullivan Road, Aurora, as well as a performance for Aurora Christian students earlier that day. For free tickets visit FoxValleyArtsHallofFame.org. These events are sponsored by the Fox
Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, and challenger, John Laesch, participate in candidate forum
Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, left, and challenger John Laesch participate in the League of Women Voters Aurora Area candidate forum Monday, March 10.
Renown Aurora pianist headlines benefit concert
Internationally acclaimed pianist Huntley Brown of Aurora rocked St. Paul Lutheran Church in Aurora Friday evening, March 7. Several hundred people attended. With children’s choirs and vocals by daughter Nadia Brown, Brown headlined an annual fundraiser for Covenant Christian School in Aurora. Brown is chairman of the Aurora K-12 private
Aurora City Council honors high school State champions
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council honored the Marmion Academy wrestling team Tuesday, March 11 at the City Council meeting. Marmion won the Class 3A State championship Saturday, March 1. It was the School’s first State championship. In addition, Chase Maier, member of the Oswego East swim team was
Kane County board member discusses safety sales tax
Kane County board member Mavis Bates told Aurora Lions Club members Thursday, March 6 that the county will run out of money for public safety without the Public Safety Sales Tax Referendum. Bates, District 4 Kane Board member, detailed the proposed county retailers’ occupation tax, intended to raise $51 million
Our Lady of Good Counsel Knights of Columbus Council 14929 donates to Fox Valley Special Recreation Association (FVSRA)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Knights of Columbus Council 14929 last month presented a $541 grant to Fox Valley Special Recreation Association (FVSRA).
Our Lady of Good Counsel Knights of Columbus Council 14929 donates to Association for Individual Development (AID)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Knights of Columbus Council 14929 last month presented a $541 grant to Association for Individual Development (AID).
Plano Methodist Church Bread Supper on Ash Wednesday
The Fellowship Team at Plano Methodist Church organizes a Soup and Bread Supper on Ash Wednesday, where 35 attendees enjoyed a selection of soups, breads, and desserts
2025 Open Roads ABATE Summer Books
The 2025 Open Roads ABATE Summer Books are ready for distribution. The books have 56 stops which include bike dealers, places of interest, and places to eat.
Gamboa, newest Eagle Scout in Aurora
Aaron Gamboa of Aurora, a member of Scouting America’s Blackhawk Troop 11 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, poses with a display of his Scouting photos.
Pet of the Week: Dallas: Great on leash, loves to socialize
Dallas is a two-year old Anatolian/Great Pyrenees mix who is very sweet. Dallas loves playing with other dogs, but due to her confidence and presence she would do best with a male dogs over 35 pounds. She loves car rides, being outside in the yard, and needs a big yard