High School Flag Football: Rosary vs. St. Francis
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.
Scholarship Awarded at Plano Methodist Church
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
Oswego Drag Raceway feature: “SUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!” available through September
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
Montgomery Police Commander Liz Palko Honored as Kendall County Officer of the Year
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,
Alderman Ted Mesiacos Announces Run for Aurora Mayor
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
Labor Day Parade in Naperville
Miles of smiles were on display at the Naperville Labor Day parade Monday, Sept. 2.
Alley Art Festival in Aurora
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.
Aurora City Council considers financial plan for ACCA
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council is considering 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. City government of Aurora documents show since the
Grandparents’ Day Celebration at Aurora Library
You cherish spending time with your family and bringing multiple generations together, but it’s difficult to find activities that keep everyone entertained. Bring your family to the Aurora Public Library District this Sunday, September 8, for a heartwarming afternoon honoring grandparents and their special bond with their loved ones. This
High School Football: West Aurora vs. Proviso East
West Aurora High School’s Jordan Martino (20) celebrates a touchdown off of a fumble recovery Friday, Aug. 30 against Proviso East.
High School Football: Aurora Central Catholic vs. St. Edward
Aurora Central Catholic High School’s Kyle Stanislo, 11, carries the ball Friday, Aug. 30 against St. Edward.
High School Football: Yorkville vs. Plainfield South
Yorkville High School’s Kaden Kramer runs against tough opposition from Plainfield South Friday, Aug. 30.
Aurora Boy Scouts make house calls with U.S. flags
Aurora Boy Scouts joined workers laboring on Labor Day Monday. Scouts in Blackhawk Troop 11, meeting at Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church, sponsored the sixth annual “Post the Colors” fundraiser. At morning drop offs and evening retrievals, Scouts accompanied by parents and caregivers posted 350 flags in subscribers’ yards in
Oswego Police Department new speed watch program
The Oswego Police Department is implementing a new Speed Watch Program in an effort to reduce speeding violations on residential streets and bring awareness to drivers on the negative impacts of speeding. In many neighborhoods, the disregard of motorists for posted speed limits is a significant safety risk. Research consistently
Ribbon Cutting: Long Branch Tree Services in Batavia
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to celebrate new Chamber member Long Branch Tree Services with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Aug. 29. Previously named Granberg Tree Company, Long Branch Tree Services is co-owned by brothers Matthew and Cody Schuhow, who were long-time employees of Granberg. Batavia mayor Jeffery Schielke
New entrants to marijuana market still struggle against entrenched businesses
By Dilpreet RajuCapitol News Illinoisdraju@capitolnewsillinois.com Medical marijuana patients can now purchase cannabis grown by small businesses as part of their allotment, Illinois’ top cannabis regulator said, but smaller, newly licensed cannabis growers are still seeking greater access to the state’s medical marijuana customers. Illinois legalized medicinal marijuana beginning in 2014,
Groundbreaking ceremony for new YMCA facility in Bristol
A line of participants, with shovels, brave the near 100-degree heat Tuesday, Aug. 27, at a groundbreaking ceremony.
Fox Valley Habitat dedicates 75th, executive director Barrett to retire
After 25 years, the Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity executive director who has led 71 affordable housing projects, will retire from his position Friday, Aug. 30. Reverend Jeffrey Barrett serves as pastor at Genesis Community Church in Montgomery, site of Habitat offices. He was saluted Saturday at a groundbreaking ceremony
Former GOP Rep. Kinzinger endorses Harris at DNC
By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com Chicago – Former Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger did something Thursday night that might have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago. He stood on the stage of the Democratic National Convention and endorsed a Democrat for President of the United States. “I never thought I’d
Woof! LeaderDog for the Blind pup visits Aurora
Roland, a LeaderDog for the Blind puppy in training, was a guest at Aurora farmer’s market Saturday, Aug. 24. Sponsored by Aurora Lions Club, the four-month-old golden retriever/labrador mix was escorted by Leader Dog puppy raiser Sherry Perkowitz of Round Lake Beach. Founded by three Detroit-area Lions club members in