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
West Aurora High School 17th annual Fine Arts Festival
West Aurora High School returned its 17th annual Fine Arts Festival Saturday, March 1. Featuring student graphic and performing artists, the festival included concerts from ensembles from elementary and middle schools and West High. Demonstrations included students crafting creations from clay and others making original paintings as visitors watched. Event
Barbie Bash fun takes over the Aurora Library!
To celebrate National Barbie Day (March 9), the Aurora Public Library District is turning into a Barbie world! If you love all things Barbie, then you won’t want to miss two upcoming Barbie-themed programs for children and families. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the iconic doll or just looking
Eagle Scouts celebrated at Three Fires Council gathering
Suburban CEO Boy Scout Eagle Award winner Jeremie Bacon told Scouting America Three Fires Council’s “Gathering of Eagles” attendees that Scout values are foundations for life success during a talk Friday evening. More than 200 Eagle Scouts and guests returned to Bobak’s Signature Events in Woodridge for the 33rd annual
Illinois State rep. Kifowit attends women’s veterans resource fair
Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit, left, chats with a guest at a women’s veterans resource fair in Aurora Saturday, March 1.
Shrove Sunday colorful at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery
From left, Jerri Lynn Baker and Diana Raimond of Oswego and Barb Johnson, Yorkville, celebrate Mardi Gras early on Shrove Sunday, March 2.
College basketball: Waubonsee Community College vs. College of Lake County
Waubonsee Community College guard James Parker (22), a Metea Valley High School alumni, drives to the basket against College of Lake County Friday, Feb. 28.
Aurora Lions’ bowling fundraiser sets record
Aurora Lions Club celebrated a record turnout for its annual bowling fundraiser Sunday afternoon, March 2. Officials reported more than 80 bowlers participated in “Rolling for a Cause,” Aurora Lions’ second annual bowling event which returned to Parkside Lanes in Aurora. In addition to bowling and a pizza buffet with
Dixieland band opens Lent at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora
A Dixieland band opens Lent Sunday at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora.
Adult Fellowship members from St. Mark’s Lutheran Church tour Bardwell Residences
Thirty-five Adult Fellowship members from St. Mark’s Lutheran Church pose for a photo in the recently renovated Bardwell Residences in Aurora, which was formerly Copley Hospital.
Ken Flores Way and Ken Flores Day in Aurora
Family, friends, and fans of Ken Flores gather to celebrate the life and legacy of rising star, beloved comedian, and Aurora’s own, Ken Flores.