College Football: Aurora University vs. Rockford University
Aurora University wide receiver Ty Pruett (6) and Ta’vion Geanes (3) celebrate Pruett’s first-quarter touchdown against Rockford University Saturday, Oct. 19.
Jose Hernandez: Migrant farm worker to astronaut
By Al Benson “Now it’s my turn!” That is what former Mexican-American farm worker said when he was selected as a NASA astronaut. In a Tuesday, Oct. 15, speech entitled “Reaching New Heights,” Hernandez chronicled his transformation from farm hand to astronaut. He started Aurora University’s 18th annual fall Celebrating
Oswego tattoo artist, Chris Baker, helps 2,000 trafficking victims for free
By Al Benson An Oswego tattoo artist has found his life’s ministry: Removing and covering human trafficking victims’ tattoos. He was the guest speaker at Aurora Navy League Council 247’s October 15 membership meeting at Riverview Diner in Montgomery. In his after-dinner speech entitled “Tattoos to Combat Human Trafficking,” Baker
Northern Lights seen in Montgomery
The Northern Lights as seen from northwest Montgomery, Thursday, Oct. 12.
High School football: Yorkville High School vs. Oswego
Yorkville High School’s Eli Walton, runs for yards against Oswego Friday, Oct. 11.
Faith and Blue at Aurora Central Catholic High School
Suburban law-enforcement personnel got up close and personal with area residents in a positive way Monday. Representatives of area agencies participated in the fourth annual Faith and Blue event at Aurora Central Catholic High School parking lot in Aurora, showcasing vehicles, a drone and other gear. Themed “Building Bridges Together,”
Diabetes Club gives FVSRA $2,400 for diabetes education
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) held its October membership meeting Wednesday, Oct. 9, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Staff member, Marcie Lucas (FVSRA), from Fox Valley Special Recreation Association, was in attendance and accepted a check from the members of
Marmion Academy students, National Merit Scholarship
Marmion Academy is pleased to announce that seniors, Adam Ozsvath and Matthew Sullivan, have been named Commended Students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. Ozsvath is the son of Keith and Susan Ozsvath of North Aurora and a graduate of The Avery Coonley School (Downers Grove). Sullivan is the
Raise Your Voice with author Jason Reynolds, Aurora Public Library District
Virtual programming at the Aurora Public Library District offers a dynamic and accessible way for customers to engage with a variety of content from the comfort of their home! Through online workshops, author talks, and interactive events, we can reach a broader audience, making resources more inclusive and flexible for
Nathan Cristanujaya discusses Eagle Scout project at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora
Oswego Boy Scout Nathan Cristanujaya, right, gives details about his Eagle Scout project during Sunday worship at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Grand opening of Meals on Wheels at Plano Methodist Church
The grand opening of Meals on Wheels at Plano Methodist Church was Thursday, Oct. 10.
High School Football: West Aurora vs. Larkin
West Aurora High School’s Terence Smith (1) escapes from Larkin’s Jacen Martin (18) for a first quarter touchdown Friday, Oct. 11.
City of Aurora honors three Aurora entrepreneurs
As the City of Aurora government honors Hispanic Heritage Month, mayor Richard Irvin recognized three entrepreneurs with the Mayor’s Award of Excellence.
Pet of the Week: Dolly: Neglected, alone, needs family
Dolly is a female Treeing Walker Coonhound who is three years old. Dolly was under-socialized and spent all her days alone in a kennel, rarely going outside. Now that she is in a foster home, she is more gregarious and loves to meet new humans and dogs. She is registered
Haunted Happenings at Aurora Public Library District
By Andrea Tiberi October is here, and with it comes the season so many people love—crisp autumn days, cozy fall vibes, and a dash of scary excitement! The Aurora Public Library District is embracing the October spirit with two upcoming programs that blend eerie tales with local history, highlighting some
Fall foliage in Aurora
Peak Fall colors are emerging in Aurora. According to the Illinois Office of Tourism, Northern Illinois’ most vibrant foliage emerges during the second week of October.
Batavia Hardwoods ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 1
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce celebrated new business and chamber member Batavia Hardwoods with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 1. The event took place at their retail shop, 330 McKee Street in Batavia. Batavia mayor Jeffery Schielke presided over the celebration along with three of the four owners, Kersten Beer,
Aurora University Athletic Hall of Fame
Two former Aurora University women’s soccer forwards were named to the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame Saturday. Enshrined were Chrissy Pluchinski Fitzgerald of Crown Point, Ind., a 1999 alum, and Nicci Bermudes Snodgrass, Bloomington, Ill., a 2016 alum. The 2024 class members were announced at a breakfast in the university
Fun fall Family Day at Aurora University
Families flocked to Aurora University’s fall Family Day Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Schingoethe Center museum. The free, public event featured crafts, a kite construction station and the “Waterways” art exhibit. Additional activities were bingo, museum tours, Halloween masks, supplied stickers, diamond painting, coloring pages, a scavenger hunt, prize wheel
Halloween decorating in full swing
Dwarfed by his 10-foot-tall skeleton decoration, Lisle resident Doug Lauermann places one of two skeleton dogs in his front yard for Halloween.