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.
Forty Cub Scout Pinewood Derby cars compete in Aurora
Cub Scouts who built 40 small, driverless, wooden race cars gathered in Aurora Sunday afternoon to compete on an indoor racetrack. Cub Scout Pack 326 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Aurora held its second annual Pinewood Derby Sunday afternoon in the church school’s gym. The family event attracted Scouts, relatives,
Community Voices Celebrates African American Heritage
At the Aurora Public Library District (APLD), we believe in celebrating every story. That’s why we’re inviting African American residents of Aurora to share your stories and lived experiences through our Community Voices initiative. Community Voices is a public exhibit and accompanying panel discussion event that highlights heritages and identities
Open Roads ABATE chili and pool competitions
The Open Roads ABATE of Illinois, Inc. Chili Cookoff competition, Saturday, Feb. 15, had six people vying for the title of best chili at this year’s Chili Cookoff.
Fox Valley Music Consortium adult ensemble performs at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora
A Fox Valley Music Consortium adult ensemble performs Saturday afternoon during a Chamber concert at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Women’s College Lacrosse: Aurora University vs. Illinois Wesleyan
Aurora University’s Brianna Peck, center, drives for one of her three goals against Illinois Wesleyan in Saturday’s home/season opener in Aurora.
‘Supporting challenged individuals’: AID CEO profiles org.
During a talk Thursday, Feb. 20, Association for Individual Development CEO/president Lore Baker told Aurora Lions Club members how the nonprofit serves challenged persons. Baker was guest speaker at a Lions’ luncheon at Paulie’s Pub in Aurora. According to Baker, Aurora-based AID offers tailored, consumer-focused programs and services designed to
Aurora University students craft 155 blankets for needy kids
Aurora University student-athletes took a break from workouts Tuesday, Feb. 18, to help warm needy kids. In a 22nd annual Project Linus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., athletes from AU’s 24 intercollegiate teams crafted a record 155 fleece fabric blankets. The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee sponsored the effort in Lancaster
Wesley United in Aurora helps feed the hungry
Haylee Scott, from left, Hannah Scott, and Sean Moore assemble sandwiches Sunday at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
137 year old building comes back to life, as Atrevete Cafe 1888; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley continues to grow membership
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their February membership meeting Wednesday, Feb. 12, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Club members welcomed our newest member Kari Mathieu, into our group, held a short business meeting, then began to celebrate Valentines
Preserving Aurora’s Past: Inside Community History Center
The Aurora Public Library District wears many different hats for our community. For those interested in local history, it’s a living archive that ensures the stories, struggles, and achievements of the community are not forgotten. These stories are held in our Community History Center, on the second floor of the
Girl Scout cookie season in full swing
Celebrating annual Girl Scout cookie season, Scouts sell cookies at a booth outside Prisco’s Family Market in Aurora Saturday, Feb. 15.
College basketball: Aurora University vs. Concordia Wisconsin
Aurora University’s Krystyna Manzanarez, left, drives by Concordia Wisconsin’s Ava Booth (3) Saturday.
High School basketball: West Aurora vs. Glenbard South
West Aurora High School’s Serenity Evans (14) drives to the hoop guarded by Glenbard South’s Kaitlin Erickson (5) Tuesday, Feb. 11.