By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members held their March membership meeting Wednesday, March 11, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley welcomed two new members into the Club, at their March membership meeting: Edward and
The Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame will enter a new era with the induction of its Class of 2026, Friday, March 27, Eagle Brook Country Club, Geneva. Now more than ever, society needs artists to dream, to explore, to question and create. The Hall of Fame honors those Fox
Pack some snacks and check your map; it’s time for a Library Road Trip! Starting Saturday, March 28, the Aurora Public Library District and 15 area libraries will come together to share the spirit of discovery, adventure, and community. It’s a chance for anyone to support libraries, learn something new,
Plum Landing Retirement Community is proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone in the life of one of its most dedicated and beloved employees. March 5, Plum Landing officially recognized the 90th birthday of Mary Schaibley, honoring her extraordinary 42 years of service and proclaiming the day “Mary Schaibley Day.” For
By Al Benson “We’re here to stay,” Lorena Hernandez said March 10. The Aurora Police Department lieutenant led a trio of female Aurora police officers who explored “Women in Law Enforcement” at APD headquarters. Celebrating Women’s History Month, the presentation highlighted the Citizen Police Academy Alumni of Aurora March membership
Children make cake postcards at the Aurora Santori Library during First Fridays, March 6.
Imagine a train traveling through the countryside. It whizzes past a flock of sheep grazing on a hill, a field of flowers with a variety of blooms, and a farmer who waves a quiet hello. As our train approaches a tunnel, the landscape begins to change. All of a sudden,
City-sponsored Aurora events keep Mike Nelson busy. The director of community events detailed them for the Aurora Lions Club March 5 meeting at Riverview Diner in Montgomery. Nelson was appointed to lead the Events Division in 2022 after previously serving as an intern and interim manager. He said his five-person
Green eggs and ham highlighted a Sunday brunch at an Oswego church, March 7. Between 8:30 and 10 a.m. worship services, Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist congregants served a Seussical-themed brunch. According to Pastor Steve Good, the event by the church’s fellowship team celebrated the birthday of Dr.
By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois lawmakers are calling for an independent commission to investigate Illinois-linked crimes connected to international sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Democratic lawmakers Monday joined advocates for women and survivors of sexual abuse to introduce House Bill 5723, called the Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Act. The bill,
Aurora Christian High School’s Jacob Baumann (22) puts up a shot against Byron February 27 in the IHSA Class 2A regional final.
Aurora University’s men’s basketball team and friends celebrate the Spartans’ 67-66 win over visiting Marian University February 28 in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference tournament.
“One is Never Enough!” an exhibit by Aurora’s Mid-West Early American Pressed Glass Club, is open at Santori Aurora Public Library, 101 S. River St.. The display is free to the public on the library’s third floor during visit hours. Featured are 27 pieces on loan from nine club members
Not every young person knows what they want to be when they grow up — but sometimes all it takes is one conversation to discover a passion. At the Aurora Public Library District, we’ve started a new program series at West Branch to get teens thinking about their future without
Selected from nearly 600 nominations statewide, Jennifer Van Dusen, a fifth grade general education teacher at Prairie Point Elementary School in Oswego, is one of just 30 finalists for the 2026 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching, recognized for the impact she is making in the classroom. Jennifer Van
By Bobby Narang The Benet Academy High School boys basketball team is aiming to duplicate their results from last season. As the defending Class 4A State champions, the Redwings are aiming to hoist the Class 4A State basketball trophy at the State Farm Center for the second season in a
“It’s not about winning” declared Wilbert Walters, Aurora Sundowners Track Club founder and former head coach. Walters, 97, and two others – Troy Davis, current Sundowners head coach; and Maureen McKane, author of a new Walters biography – were guest speakers at a February 25 reading and book signing at
Aurora Central Catholic High School players celebrate their home 78-19 victory over Kennedy of Chicago in the Class 3A Aurora Central regional final February 20.
Todd Thorson is on a mission, helping people, especially senior citizens, stay safe, confident and empowered in a fast-changing digital world. Thorson, founder and chief technology officer at Yorkville-based Tanj Cybersecurity and Technologies, presented “Cybersecurity for Kids Over 60–8 Ways” at Riverview Diner in Montgomery February 17. He was the
A community grows stronger when each voice has the opportunity to tell its story. At the Aurora Public Library District, we created the Community Voices initiative to provide a space for people in Aurora to share their personal narratives, learn from their neighbors, and see themselves reflected in our city.
