Aurora Fourth of July parade 2026
Representatives from Valley Sheltered Workshop (VSW) participate in Aurora’s Fourth of July in the downtown.
Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill to mitigate risks
By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Governor JB Pritzker signed artificial intelligence legislation modeled after similar bills in California and New York Monday, July 6, furthering a push for a State-driven national framework in lieu of federal regulations. “Congress and the president ought to be passing similar legislation, but they’ve so
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley to benefit from Joliet Slammers ‘Dan Jakusz Night,’ August 1; DCFV’s ‘Meet & Great’ at Aurora Farmers Market, July 11
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s July “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, July 11, at the Aurora Farmers Market, from 8 a.m. to noon, 65 S. Water Street, in downtown Aurora. Plan
Libro Latino Fest at Aurora Public Library July 19
Books have the power to connect us and expand our ways of thinking. But for an up-and-coming author, one of the biggest challenges is getting their book into the hands of your intended audience. Sunday, July 19, the Aurora Public Library District is helping aspiring authors with our first ever
Jerri Lynn Baker, optimistic Waterford Place participant
By Caitlin Carmody, Rush Medical Center, Aurora, Ill. Being optimistic helps Jerri Lynn Baker go through her day-to-day life. When the 66-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer, she wanted to keep that positive outlook. After hearing about a friend’s experience at Waterford Place in Aurora, Jerri Lynn did some initial
Aurora’s newest baby elk named by community vote
Following a two-week-long voting period, the City of Aurora is excited to reveal the name of the new baby elk that was born in early June at the Phillips Park Zoo. More than 800 votes were cast by the public, as voters chose from five names put together by the
Geneva Swedish Days 2026
Barb Johnson of Yorkville, left, beats a drum as members of Sons of Norway Polar Star Chapter 5-472 march in Swedish Days parade in downtown Geneva June 28.
Oswego Grand Old Flag exhibit to celebrate U.S. 250th
Oswego’s Little White School Museum workers, Bob Stekl, left, and Stephanie Just, unravel a rare 1840s-vintage 28-star “Great Star” pattern flag which will be on display Friday, July 3, at the museum, 72 Polk Street, Oswego.
Diabetes Club’s ‘Meet & Greet’, July 11, at Aurora Farmers Market, in downtown Aurora; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members to meet July 8
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their July membership meeting Wednesday, July 8, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Meeting will be held in the East Banquet Room. Dinner is optional on members’ own from the menu at 5:30
Community Foundation scholarships: 547 receive funds
Five-hundred forty-seven residents of the greater Aurora Area are off to pursue their higher education goals this fall with financial support from their fellow Fox Valley residents, through the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Scholarship Program. Collectively, the Community Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Program will award $3 million over
Don’t toss it, repair it! Aurora Repair Cafe at Aurora Library
Got something broken that you’ve been meaning to fix but haven’t quite gotten around to it? “You are not alone,” says the broken toaster oven in my basement. Good news! The Aurora Public Library District’s monthly Repair Cafe is here to help you tighten the screws on that to-do list.
Schaefer’s Greenhouses, 100 years in Montgomery
For 100 years, Schaefer’s Greenhouses has been more than a place to buy flowers and plants – it has been a cornerstone of the Montgomery community, a family tradition, and a place where generations have created memories. At the Village Board meeting on June 22, Montgomery proudly celebrated a family
Start of a new life together, honoring Chet and Judy
Samantha and Joshua Campbell, Aurora residents, were both married June 20 at Chet and Judy Albright Park in Ward 6 on the west side of Aurora. The couple grew up in the Aurora area, Joshua graduating from West Aurora and Samantha from Kaneland. The location was a fitting place for
Aurora Lions Club removes 320 pounds of trash from Aurora trail
Aurora Lions Club members and friends pose for a photo June 19 after clearing more than 320 pounds of trash from the Fox Valley Park District Virgil Gilman Trail in Aurora.
Aurora Lions Club has a new president
Aurora Lions Club has a new president when members promoted a leader from within the club, Jay Short, June 17. Short formerly served as first vice president, service co-chair and newsletter editor. Donna Kearney, Lions District 1-J Zone chair, administered the oath of office during a gathering at Aurora Athletic
Aurora Cross Country Track and Field Team Honored
Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch (far right in photo) honored Aurora Central Catholic High School’s Track and Field team for capturing multiple Illinois High School Association (IHSA) State championships in late May. Saturday, May 23, student-athlete Cecelia Hilby broke a school record, running the 800-meter dash in just 2:11.53, earning
House Resolution recognizes July 11 as Unplug Illinois Day
Batavia Park District executive director Allison Niemela was recognized for her role in co-creating a statewide recreation campaign at the June 16 meeting of the Batavia Park Board. Illinois State representative Matt Hanson presented her with a copy of House Resolution 594, officially recognizing July 11 as Unplug Illinois Day.
Introducing Aurora Public Library’s first Maker In Residence
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is always looking for new ways to connect, learn, and inspire creativity within our community. One way we’re doing this is with the launch of our new Maker In Residence program, which brings artists into the library to lead programs, share their work, and
Intention drives Alley Art Fest, other past art events
Alley Art Festival is an afternoon of local art along Water Street Mall and Downer Place on the last Saturday of August. This is the second in a series about the event that is ending this year. Sixteen years is the sweet spot for me. I thought of ending Alley
Covenant Living at the Holmstad awards scholarships
The Resident Association of Covenant Living at the Holmstad has awarded scholarships to eight graduating high school seniors employed at the senior living community. The students were recognized during a recent celebration dinner on campus. The scholarships are funded primarily through proceeds from the Holmstad’s annual fall Bazaar, where residents