Aurora Fourth of July Parade 2023
Paul Konrad of Aurora, WGN-TV morning show host, waves to the crowd during the Independence Day parade in Aurora during the morning July 4.
Aurora Fourth of July Fireworks 2023
Independence Day fireworks Monday, July 3 at RiverEdge Park in Aurora explode in the night in celebration.
Aurora Historical Society Tanner House Independence Day Celebration
A visit with the animals is a treat for kids at the Aurora Historical Society Tanner House independence Day celebration Tuesday, July 4.
Final goodbyes to late Aurora Ward 7 alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns
Seven doves were released in front of Aurora City Hall Friday, June 30 in memory of the late Ward 7 alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns as part of a horse drawn carriage Final Consent Procession.
19th Century leader, Abraham Lincoln: Gentleman, scholar
“As I would not be a slave, so I would not be a master. This expresses my idea of democracy. Whatever differs from this, to the extent of the difference, is no democracy.” —Abraham Lincoln The man who would serve as the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln,
Geocaching treasure hunt all month at Aurora Public Library District sites
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to a real-life treasure hunt as a part of our Summer Reading Adventure. Find Your Voice and find the hidden caches as you go geocaching at each Library location. Sorry to get your hopes up, there is no actual money hidden
Aurora Rotary Clubs merge
The Aurora Sunrise Rotary Club was chartered 30 years ago in a combined ceremony with the Rotary Club of Aurora (Noon) that was celebrating the anniversary of 70 years since of charter. July 1, the start of all Rotary Clubs’ fiscal years, the Noon Rotary Club joined with the Sunrise
Soccer: Chicago Dutch Lions vs. a Springfield ASC
Chicago Dutch Lions Alex Barger (11) and Julian Cisneros (17) are in a battle with a Springfield ASC defender at Aurora University’s Spartan Athletic Park July 1.
Digital artist, Sam Villegas, draws praise at Aurora show
After relocating legally to the United States, Sam Villegas earned a degree, a prestigious job, and accolades from his employer, who said Villegas’ rare talent has led to sales for the Company, Bureau Gravity. Digital marketing agency Bureau Gravity in Aurora was host to a gallery show and artistic presentation
Aurora to be host to horse-drawn procession for alderwoman who died unexpectedly
A trailblazing history-maker, in 1991, she was the first Black person elected to the Aurora City Council, and last week, she became the first sitting City Council member to die while in office. In between were 32 years of making more history, making significant moves, and making the lives of
Groundbreaking ceremony for Green Freedom, 17-home, net-zero-energy subdivision in Aurora
U.S. Congressman Bill Foster (D-11), center, presents a ceremonial $1.25 million check Tuesday, June 27, at a groundbreaking ceremony for Green Freedom, a 17-home, net-zero-energy subdivision on Aurora’s southwest side by Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity.
Aurora City Council approves construction for Casino’s new site
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council approved, 10-1, the final plans by PENN Entertainment, at the Tuesday, June 27 City Council meeting, to clear the final step to begin the construction process. Recently-elected alderman-at-large John Laesch was the one dissenting vote. The Hollywood Casino Aurora will move from its
Josephine Baker sung, acted, her way into French hearts
“L’Abbaye de Thelene” Do what you will J. Baker. Josephine Baker, American beauty, French hero, and British spy, was born in poverty and named Freda Josephine McDonald, June 3, 1906 in St. Louis. Her grandparents were former slaves. She lived in a series of run-down dwellings without gas or electricity,
Japanese folklore program at Eola Road Branch July 9
Nearly all cultures have a history of oral storytelling, but fewer and fewer participate in the practice this ancient craft. It’s not as easy as it seems, to keep a group entertained with only your voice! To honor this time old tradition, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be
Scheketa Hart-Burns remembered in Aurora for service
She made history when she was elected in 1991 to the Aurora City Council and continued to blaze a trail of unparalleled leadership, service, and advocacy, for the next three decades. A trailblazing public servant whose name is synonymous with Aurora, Ward 7 alderwoman, Scheketa Hart-Burns, was the first African
Dick Miller, Hero of the Game:
Happy birthday and congratulations to an Aurora hero, World War II veteran Dick Miller! He celebrated his 97th birthday the recent weekend and was honored Sunday, June 25 by the Chicago White Sox as the Hero of The Game! A Navy veteran and a recipient of the Purple Heart and
Aurora Sunrise Rotary Club distributes scholarships
Aurora Sunrise Rotary Club distributed scholarship checks to DEI essay contest winners at Mother’s Restaurant in Aurora.
International soccer star, Angel Reyna, visits Aurora
International soccer star, Angel Reyna, starts his multi-day visit to Aurora last week with a 90-minute community talk Thursday, June 21 to more than 500 youth and parents, followed by an autograph signing session for another hour.
Fox Valley Brass ensemble performs at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora
Yorkville High School instrumental music instructor, Victor Anderson, right, directs a Fox Valley Brass ensemble during a mini-concert at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora Sunday, June 24.
Reverend Scott to start at Wesley United Methodist Church
Wesley United Methodist Church (UMC), 14 N. May Street in Aurora, will welcome the Reverend Tammy Scott as incoming pastor Sunday, July 2. Services are held online at 9:30 a.m. and in-person at 10:30 a.m.. The public is invited. Admission is free, although a free-will offering will be accepted. Rev.