By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley were enlightened about all of Aurora’s 2024 community events, both past and upcoming. Mike Nelson, director of community events for the City of Aurora, was guest speaker at our club’s monthly membership meeting held Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Oak
Judd Lofchie, a successful local attorney, real estate broker, former Aurora alderman, school board member, and dedicated community leader, is officially launching his campaign for mayor of Aurora. With more than three decades of service to the Aurora community, Judd brings a passion for public service and a proven track
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is offering a unique opportunity to dive into the rich history of Aurora. Monday, Sept. 23, the Library will welcome historian and author Dr. Alejandro Benavides, to speak about his research in the program titled Olivia & the
Aurora Central High School quarterback Grant Bohr (7) attempts to evade a tackle by Dwight/Gardner S. Wilmington’s Joey Starks Friday, Sept. 13.
Aurora University quarterback (17) looks for a receiver against North Central College Saturday, Sept. 14.
Kane County Cougar Todd Lott hits a bloop in the fourth inning, to allow Cornelius Randolph to score the lone run of the game Sunday against Winnipeg Goldeyes in The Miles Wolff Cup Final.
West Aurora High School’s Mason Atkins (2) celebrates a first quarter touchdown Friday, Sept. 13 against Elgin.
Aurora police and fire departments were host to Aurora’s annual Sept. 11 memorial ceremony Wednesday, Sept. 11. Beginning at 7:30 a.m., Aurora’s public safety officials and City leaders were joined by community members at APD headquarters, 1200 E. Indian Trail. Marking the 23rd anniversary of the tragedies in New York,
New England Congregational Church in Aurora celebrated the fall season with an outdoor community fall festival after worship services Sunday, Sept. 8. In addition to a luncheon, live music and games for all ages, the event also featured a bounce house, face painting, glitter tattoos and balloon sculptures. From noon
Aurora Christian High School’s Chris Fielding (3) runs the ball against Chicago Crane Friday.
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council approved by a vote of 9-2, a Resolution directing officials to proceed with the implementation of Phase I of a 3-phase financial sustainability plan for the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) in an amount not to exceed $13.8 million. Aldermen Ted Mesiacos and
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is committed to empowering our community by providing valuable resources, especially when it comes to civic engagement. One of the most important offerings right now is our Voter Resources page, designed to help both first-time voters and ballot regulars navigate the election process with
Aurora University’s Eric Anderson (30) battles Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s Sean Redmond (2) Sunday.
Rosary High School’s Tillie Karner (24) runs the ball against St. Francis defenders in the season-opener girls’ flag football game Wednesday, Sept. 4 at Aurora.
Two scholarships were awarded Sunday, Sept. 1, at the Plano Methodist Church to Chloe Hulbert and Elizabeth Gould. Chloe Hulbert, daughter of Bart and Nicole Hulbert, was one of the recipients for this scholarship. Chloe is a Plano High school graduate and will be attending Waubonsee Community College to get
Each Sunday within a few years of its inception in 1954, the Oswego Drag Raceway was drawing three times the village’s total population to the quarter-mile asphalt strip on the Wally Smith farm on U.S. Route 34 a mile and a half west of Oswego. There’s still plenty of time
The Montgomery Chief of Police, Phil Smith is proud to announce that commander Liz Palko has been named the Kendall County Officer of the Year for 2024. Palko was awarded the honor at the Kendall County Law Enforcement Awards Dinner earlier this summer. This prestigious award recognizes her outstanding dedication,
Today, alderman Ted Mesiacos (Ward 3) formally announced his campaign to serve as mayor of Aurora. Ted Mesiacos is a devoted father of two, alderman, architect, small business owner, civil servant, 2nd generation immigrant, and native Auroran running for mayor. Mesiacos said: “It’s an honor of a lifetime to run
Miles of smiles were on display at the Naperville Labor Day parade Monday, Sept. 2.
Gorgeous weather in addition to an abundance of color on display, provide for an enjoyable day of art, music, and spectacle from 90 artists in downtown Aurora at the Alley Art Festival Saturday, Aug. 31.
