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Northern Illinois Norwegian-Americans cookbook

Marking 200 years of Norwegian immigration to the U.S., Northern-Illinois Norwegian-Americans have published a cookbook. “Fox River Settlement Heritage Recipes,” a collection of family recipes, is sponsored by Sons of Norway Polar Star 5-472 Lodge, Montgomery and Cleng Peerson Lodge 5-525, Ottawa. The 120-page softbound book (Morris Press Cookbooks, Kearney,

Montgomery honors former Village president Michelini

Village Board members and staff gathered recently alongside Marilyn Michelini, her family, and close friends for the official naming of Marilyn Michelini Way, honoring Montgomery’s first female Village president and a trailblazing leader who served three consecutive terms from 2000 to 2012. This commemorative street naming recognizes Marilyn Michelini’s lasting

Kane County Health Dept. and Sharon Cabrera honored

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) and Sharon Cabrera, KCHD Substance Use Prevention Specialist, were honored by the Kane County Recovery-Oriented System of Care (ROSC) at the annual DuPage and Kane County ROSC Awards, which recognize outstanding organizations and individuals dedicated to addressing substance use and mental health challenges across

Year 2025 recap, and what lies ahead in 2026

The year 2025 was a year of celebration, growth, and meaningful connection at the Aurora Public Library District. Together with our community, we marked milestones like Santori Library’s 10th birthday and the Foundation’s 25th anniversary, launched a new reading incentive program for middle school students (100 Books Before High School),

Spirit of giving lasts year long at Fox Valley Community Services

The season of giving extends year-round at Fox Valley Community Services (FVCS) in Sandwich, Ill., where many members actively pursue a variety of projects to benefit local charities and families. This community organization and active senior center offers a homey environment where members find they can use their talents to