Primary election voting in Aurora
Primary election voters arrive Tuesday, March 19 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Aurora COW honors include Mayor’s Influence and Excellence Award
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council honored a City Hall staff member for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and Women’s History Month at the Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, March 19. March is Women’s History Month and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and the City of Aurora is honoring a
Fox Metro Water Reclamation District meeting for sewer backup
Fox Metro Water Reclamation District held a meeting Monday for residents affected by a January 24 sewer backup. Approximately 20 people attended the hour-long session in the dining room of a McDonald’s restaurant at 2095 W. Galena Boulevard in Aurora. Speakers were Chuck Nelson, Fox Metro trustee; and Karen Clementi,
Aurora’s Amy Lou turns 102
“Amy Lou turns 102” were the words on a decorated sign to mark the special occasion, Tuesday, March 19.
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley serves seniors
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley were fully informed with an excellent presentation, Wednesday, March 13, regarding the City of Aurora’s current and future programs, to assist the city’s growing population of seniors and those who have disabilities. Katrina Boatright, manager of senior and disability
Shop for a Cause/Fashion Show April 25
The Aurora Public Library Foundation (APLF) is proud to invite the community to attend this year’s Shop for a Cause/Fashion Show April 25 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and this year’s event is in partnership with Wyckwood House. It will feature raffles, fashion, and charcuterie. It will be a
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity to break ground
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity will hold a groundbreaking Saturday, March 23, for the first of 17 homes in its Green Freedom subdivision on Aurora’s West Side. The public is invited to the event at 1921 Jericho Road in Aurora. Activities will open at 9 a.m. with a light breakfast.
Aurora shop continues in her honor
By Jason Crane Valentines Day 2024, should have been a joyful occasion for David Lasota, co-owner of The Cornucopia Tea and Gift Shop in Aurora. The day to celebrate love is the anniversary for he and his late wife Katie, who died unexpectedly, two days after Christmas 2023. He is
Aurora Ramadan Proclamation and Muslim Invocation
By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, was joined by Aurora area Muslim leaders to mark the holy month of Ramadan at the City Council meeting, Tuesday, March 12. Muslims gathered the third night of the Holy Month of Ramadan to receive the City’s proclamation before breaking their nightly
Women’s History Month and Academy Award Winner Ruth E. Carter
During Women’s History Month, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is making a special effort to showcase materials and promote events related to women’s history. These events provide a platform for open dialogue, learning, and reflection, by fostering a sense of community, and shared appreciation for women’s achievements. One upcoming
Vacant elementary school in Aurora to reopen tomorrow, March 13, as new, affordable apartments
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a school? Well, residents of Aurora will soon have that opportunity to find out. Todd Elementary School closed five years ago and will reopen tomorrow as new affordable apartments for Aurora residents. The first phase of the new
Open Roads ABATE of Illinois Chili Cook-off
The Open Roads ABATE of Illinois, Inc. Chili Cook-off competition had four persons vying for best chili at this year’s Chili Cook-off.
Funds raised for St. Baldrick’s Foundation at Ballydoyle Irish Pub in Aurora
Jim Gilbert of Aurora is symbolically “knighted” by a stylist Sunday in honor of his seventh annual head shaving to benefit St. Baldrick’s Foundation at Ballydoyle Irish Pub and Restaurant in downtown Aurora.
Surviving an active shooter at Senior Services Associates, Inc., in Aurora
North Aurora Police Detective Ryan Peat, left, and Officer Robyn Stecklein discuss surviving an active shooter Friday at Senior Services Associates, Inc., in Aurora.
Pet of the Week: Wrinkles: Sweet puppy, needs home
Wrinkles is a male Shar Pei mix who is five months old. Wrinkles is a unique looking puppy, who is playful and friendly. He gets excited meeting people and dogs. He loves toys so being the only canine in the home will be okay then he gets to keep all
Plano American Legion Post #395 Super Bowl Party
The Plano American Legion Post #395 was host to a Super Bowl Party and Chili Cook-off Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 11.
Women at Aurora City Hall Honored During Women’s History Month
It was a party with a purpose at Aurora City Hall today as the City celebrated Women’s History Month. Mayor Richard Irvin’s office was host to a gathering to honor women staff members. The event included colorful leis, free giveaways, and a chance for lucky raffle winners to spin the
State Republican proposal: Citizens on ethics
By Peter Hancock A Republican proposal that would give citizens the ability to propose ethics-related constitutional amendments on the ballot received a bipartisan boost Tuesday, March 5 when former Democratic governor, Pat Quinn, endorsed it. “I think it’s very, very important that this year, 2024, that the people of Illinois
Downers Grove North High School sectional champions
Downers Grove North High School players celebrate their 69-52 victory over Bolingbrook
St. Patrick’s Day at The Venue in Aurora
The Venue in Aurora will be host to a St. Patrick’s Day celebration and benefit featuring The Irish Mystics Saturday, March 16. Dave Glynn, a veteran Irish singer songwriter and guitarist, leads The Irish Mystics. The former leader of the Empty Can Band goes by his full name, David Sean