Herb John of Aurora, left, receives the Jean Bush award from George Groves, president, United Methodist Men, Northern Illinois Conference (NIC). John is a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Father Christmas, Orland Park actor and author Terry Lynch, enters Bethany United Methodist Church in Aurora Friday, Dec. 8.
The West Aurora Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to announce the 2024 inductees: Cory Anderson (wrestling, 1989), Colin Kirk (soccer, 2003), Gary Krattenmaker (baseball, 1973), and Nicki Pieart (basketball/soccer 2000). Cory Anderson, a standout from the class of 1989, left an enduring athletic legacy. His high school career
Aurora Central Catholic High School’s Jake Hager grabs a rebound defended by St. Laurence’s Zerrick Johnson.
Host West Aurora High School’s Gabriel Gonzales (24) is in a battle for a rebound with Naperville Central’s Ross DeZur (33).
The Fox Valley Park District Tuesday, Dec. 12 announced the appointment of Jennifer Paprocki as executive director, following a thorough, four-month process that began with a national search. A 12-year veteran of FVPD’s administrative team, including the last three years as director of finance, a position that manages the District’s
“New” is the 2024 theme for SciTech 2.0 as it re-introduces itself to the Fox River Valley as a mobile STEM education provider. Nick Scanlan, SciTech Board president, comments, “SciTech has made a big pivot from hosting a museum to being a mobile STEM service provider, where we go to
Father David Engbarth left an indelible mark on Aurora during his 45 years serving the community. His recent passing during the Thanksgiving holiday has left a void in the City’s faith community and in the lives of generations of Aurorans who considered him a family member. Father David, as he
Pritzker says goal is to send free books to all children, ages 0-5 By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois families with infants and toddlers now have access to free children’s books that can be sent directly to their home, regardless of their income. Governor JB Pritzker on Tuesday, Dec. 5
PENN Entertainment broke ground Wednesday, Nov. 29, on a land-based $360 million casino and hotel development adjacent to Chicago Premium Outlets off Interstate 88. Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, along with City officials and business leaders gathered to celebrate the new entertainment district which will include state-of-the-art gaming along with
Two kids check Santa’s list with smiles.
The Montgomery tree lighting December 3 includes Santa and Mrs. Clause.
By Russ George Members and friends from the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, volunteered on the evening of Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28, at the “Feed My Starving Children” local facility, 555 Exchange Court, in Aurora, from 6:45 p.m. until 8:45 p.m.. Members from DCFV, along with more than 50 additional
The aroma of turkey tetrazzini wafts through the air, mingling with the tantalizing scents of apple and cranberry cobbler. The lively chatter of eager participants fills the meeting room, their anticipation building as they gather around the demonstration table for a taste. This is not a scene from a bustling
Joliet Catholic players pose for a photo after Saturday’s championship of the 12th annual Burney Wilkie Classic.
Oswego High School’s Tyrell Mays (5) drives against West Aurora’s Mike Evans (12) on Friday at Oswego.
Mia is a female Lab/Boxer mix who is nine years ago. Mia spent at least the previous three years of her life only outside and neglected. She was rescued from a high-kill shelter in southern Indiana. Once in her foster home, Mia ran behind the couch and hid. However, once
Brattin Civic Youth Award winners pose for a photo at the 54th annual Pearl Harbor Day memorial luncheon Monday.
The first three Saturdays of December in downtown Aurora will have lots of holiday happenings. The Aurora Downtown group of business and property owners announced a flurry of events December 2, 9 and 16. Art and Market Aurora will be open Saturday, Dec. 2 and 16 from 9 a.m. to
It was a massive turnout for the opening weekend of the 17th season of the Aurora Festival of Lights. More than 4,000 vehicles, with more than 12,000 onlookers inside, passed through the popular free one-mile holiday lights display during the two-day weekend festivities.
