High School girls softball Sectionals: Yorkville vs. Oswego East
Yorkville High School’s Sara Ebner takes a swing in the Foxes’ 7-1 Class 4A Oswego Sectional semifinal victory over Oswego East Tuesday.
Memorial Day thoughts; activities far and wide
Protocol, news, information. Memorial Day is a significant day for many understandable reasons, if we choose to think of them! Because Memorial Day arrives in late May, almost June, the mentality in our northern Illinois area is that of good weather. For many, it is the beginning of Summer which
Philadelphia historically significant place to visit
First of two parts The history of the city of Philadelphia is one of import and significance. Truly a remarkable repository of our Nation’s past. Situated at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, it has a population today of approximately 1.6 million residents. In 1646 the first church
Aurora group steers passage of drone usage bill
New legislation is headed to the Governor’s desk thanks to Aurora legislators and law enforcers who led and cleared the way for House Bill 3902, which will allow police to use more drones for public safety. Aurora legislators senator Linda Holmes and representative Barbara Hernandez are chief sponsors of the
Aurora Soldiers remembered before Memorial Day parade
Aurora celebrated the 155th anniversary of Memorial Day, with the 2023 Aurora Memorial Day Parade. With the theme, “Remembrance and Respect,” the parade was led by grand marshal Dr. Brian Caputo, president of the College of DuPage. An Aurora resident, Dr. Caputo retired from the United States Army Reserve as
Charles “Charlie” E. Day, Jr, 91, of Montgomery, passed away Sunday, May 21st, 2023.
He was born March 15, 1932 in Aurora, IL, son of the late Charles and Eldora (McConkie) Day. Charlie was a member of New England Congregational Church of Aurora. He graduated in 1953 from the New Mexico Military Institute. Charlie spent his career at the family insurance agency, Chas. E.
College Baseball: Aurora University NCAA run ends
Aurora University’s Nico Bermeo hits a foul ball against visiting Baldwin Wallace University Saturday, May 27.
Naperville Gold Star memorial
The dedication of the Naperville Gold Star Families Memorial Monument was Saturday, May 27, at Naperville’s Veterans Park.
Budget vote brings Illinois General Assembly’s 2023 spring session to a close
House gives final OK to $50.6 billion spending plan By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois The 2023 spring legislative session came to an end in the early hours of Saturday morning after the Illinois House gave its approval to a $50.6 billion spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year that
Illinois legislature approves bill to tighten restrictions on red-light camera industry
Bill hailed as first step toward broader ethics reform By Andrew Adams Capitol News Illinois Lawmakers in Springfield have unanimously approved a measure that would place new restrictions on the red-light and speed camera industry’s involvement in state and local elections and government. House Bill 3903 would ban automatic traffic enforcement
Let the adventure begin! Summer Reading Adventure returns
The Aurora Public Library District’s (APLD) annual Summer Reading Adventure is back! This program is a great way to keep children and teens motivated to read throughout the summer months and serves as an opportunity for adults to try new things at the Library. Whether you’re a reader or not,
Aurora Noon Lions inducts new members
Gary Ries, second from left, and Scott Grotto, second from right, receive an induction procee as new members of Aurora Noon Lions Club May 18.
Aurora breaks ground on Aurora Tech Park campus
Aurora mayor Richard Irvin (second from left) is joined by executives of Seefried Properties, Endeavour Edged Electric, and ComEd at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Aurora Tech Park campus.
Third graders at McCleery Elementary raise almost $2,500 for Habitat for Humanity
Yorkville resident Ron Kelso, right, explains Habitat for Humanity to third graders at McCleery Elementary School in West Aurora School District 129 May 10.
Aurora University baseball defeats John Carroll University
Aurora University’s Josh Reinhardt connects against John Carroll University Friday.
Relay for Life cancer walk for fundraiser June 2
Students and educators at Pleasantdale Middle School in Burr Ridge will hold their 15th annual Relay for Life cancer walk fundraiser Friday, June 2. The event will kick off at 10 a.m. at Pleasant Dale Park District’s Walker Park, 7425 S. Wolf Road in Burr Ridge. Since 2018, the celebration
Aurora Noon Lions provide children eye-screenings
Aurora Noon Lions Club opened free monthly eye screenings for children Saturday, May 20. For children from six months to 16 years old, screenings take place from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Aurora Public Library West Branch, 233 Constitution Drive in Aurora. Due to lack of space at the
Marmion breaks ground for new Fichtel Field
Marmion Academy in Aurora was host to a groundbreaking ceremony for new turf Friday, May 5. Marmion Academy held its Groundbreaking Ceremonies and reception for the renovation of multi-sport Fichtel Field and the varsity baseball field. Construction of the new, artificial turf playing surface, track, and field event areas began
Summer fun a full objective with enjoyable events
With temps up, Summer seems all ready to be here. I’m ready for Summer fun, and my calendar is filling up quickly with events to help me enjoy the longer days. Here’s where I’ll be this Summer, so I thought I’d share these community events that shine the light on