Aurora’s 72nd year of Lehnertz Avenue Christmas display
Aurora’s 72nd year of Lehnertz /Avenue Christmas display includes light street signs and a Welcome to the 72nd anniversary.
Aurora special City Council approves ordinance amendment
By Jason Crane With concern about migrants who were recently transported to the City without prior arrangements, the Aurora City Council convened Friday, Dec. 22, at noon, for a special City Council meeting to consider amending an Ordinance to define and prohibit unscheduled bus stops of individuals who are transported
Aurora Public Library District Early Literacy Expo helpful
Calling all parents, caregivers, and educators! Do you need help connecting with local resources and assistance? Are you looking for fun and engaging ways to nurture your little one’s love of reading and learning? Look no further than the Aurora Public Library District’s Early Literacy Expo, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024
Winter to do list avoids hibernation
Winter is here and the days will get longer. That’s hopeful for us in the Midwest. We must stay hopeful when cold, Wintry weather is upon us, but alas Spring and Summer are around the corner. To keep hopeful, it helps to have a list of local to-do items. Luckily,
Boys Scouts of Blackhawk Troop 11 create replica Viking shields
Boys Scouts of Blackhawk Troop 11 in Aurora pose December 21 with handmade replica Viking shields they helped build for Geneva History Museum’s “Viking’s Voyage” gallery exhibit.
Wesley United Methodist Church nativity scene
Children and adults gather around a live nativity scene to act out the first Christmas on Christmas Eve Sunday, Dec. 24 at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Sons of Norway Polar Star chapter 5-472 to have cooking demonstration
Montgomery resident Vy Skogen, right, demonstrates making lefse, Norwegian potato flatbread, at a Sons of Norway Polar Star chapter 5-472 meeting.
Women’s college basketball: Aurora University vs. Trinity Christian
Aurora University’s Kylie Fischbach (15) drives defended by Trinity Christian’s Sedona Anderson (24) Thursday, Dec. 21 at Aurora.
Santa, Mrs. Claus, in Aurora Dec. 20
An appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus Wednesday, Dec. 20 highlighted Wesley United Methodist Church’s Wednesday Night Gathering event in Aurora. The biweekly event featured a free ham dinner, Santa reading “Santa’s Favorite Story” and cookie and ornament decorating. Pastor Tammy Scott provided Santa’s book, one of her childhood favorites,
High School basketball: Batavia vs. St. Charles East
Batavia High School’s Nate Nazos (10) shoots a three-pointer against visiting St. Charles East Friday, Dec. 22.
Activists protest outside Foster’s fundraiser
In a demonstration for human rights, 40 activists protested outside congressman Bill Foster’s holiday breakfast fundraiser located at the Office of Giamanco Law Partners, Ltd., in order to escalate their demand that Rep. Foster call for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The grassroots activists included Democratic Precinct Committeepeople, members of
Pet of the Week: Gibbs: Great companion, loves to snuggle
Gibbs is a male Jack Russell/Dacshund mix who is five years old. Gibbs would be great with an older person who wants a lovable snuggle dog. He loves walks, running in the yard, squirrel watching, chew bones, and lounging in the sun. He learns well with routines…eating, sleeping, and going
Aurora Street Dedication Puts New Purpose in the Spotlight
Even a rainy, grey weekend couldn’t put a damper on the energy and defeat the purpose of a special street dedication in Aurora. Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin was joined by Aurora City Council members to unveil the new street name for Purpose City Church in Aurora. Appropriately named ‘Purpose
Two Kane County SAO staff members give presentation at Bolivian conference about sexual violence against children
Key message: Child’s word is sufficient evidence of abuse Two employees of the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office recently traveled to the South American country of Bolivia to address hundreds of judges, prosecutors and medical and mental health officials at a national conference on sexual violence against children. Assistant State’s
Wolfs Crossing in Oswego from Harvey to Devoe will reopen December 29
The Village of Oswego has confirmed that Wolfs Crossing from Harvey Road to Devoe Drive will reopen to traffic December 29 at noon. The is the first segment of a multi-year plan to improve Wolfs Crossing by expanding the roadway to a modern, four-lane road to help ease traffic congestion,
Aurora City Council calls special meeting to consider Ordinance amendment prohibiting unscheduled bus stops of individuals, including migrants and refugees
With concern about migrants who are transported to the City without prior arrangements, the Aurora City Council plans to convene Friday, Dec. 22, at noon, for a special City Council meeting to consider amending an Ordinance to define and prohibit unscheduled bus stops of individuals who are transported to the
Aurora Police Shop With a Cop
The Aurora Police Shop with a Cop program December 9 produces presents for deserving children and many feel-good photos of happiness.
Aurora City Council honors Jim Pilmer, Officer ‘Sully’
By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, and members of the Aurora City Council, honored Jim Pilmer at the Aurora City Council Committee of the Whole meeting, Tuesday, Dec. 19. Executive director of the Fox Valley Park District, Jim Pilmer is retiring after eight years. Mayor Irvin read a
Holiday party: Diabetes Club
By Russ George Forty members and friends of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley gathered together Thursday, Dec. 14, for the Club’s second annual holiday party at Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora. The evening began at 5:30 p.m., with a social gathering and dinner. Following dinner a raffle was
Christmas celebration clearly enjoyable in Italy
“And so as Tiny Tim observed, “God bless us every one.” Dickens A Christmas Carol And so it was December again and the city of Florence, Italy looked like an angel food cake dusted with powdered sugar. The first light snowfall had covered everything with an icy white glaze. Maisie