I find it hard to believe I have been privileged to write this column for the past ten years. And what a wild ride it has been. For those who may just happen to take a moment to read, please indulge me as I look back at the past ten
Fourth of July parade grand marshal, Hugo Saltijeral, center, waves to the crowd in downtown Aurora, July 4.
By Russ George Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy, and can impact both the mother and baby. It’s characterized by high blood sugar levels that may not cause noticeable symptoms initially. While typically resolving after delivery, it can increase the risk of complications for both
Patriotic inflatables and mini-U.S. flags are on display outside a service station on Aurora’s west side celebrate America’s upcoming July 4 holiday.
Aurora •Aurora’s Fourth of July Fireworks Show will take place Thursday, July 3 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.. Two viewing locations will be available for the public: The Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N. Broadway Avenue, and McCullough Park, 150 W. Illinois Avenue. Food trucks will be set up at
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their July membership meeting Wednesday, July 9, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Meeting will be held in the East Banquet Room. Dinner is optional on members’ own from the menu at 5:30
Oswego’s Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist won the 2024 John Wesley Mission Links Award for per-member giving. The award was presented at the UMC Northern Illinois Conference annual conference June 9-11 at Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center. Reverend Shirley Pulgar Huges, secretary, NIC Global Ministries, presented the award to
Ken Lanham lives 800 miles from Aurora, but memories of his year at East Aurora High drew him back for the class of 1960’s 65th reunion Friday, June 20. Lanham, 84, of Newnan, Georgia, an Atlanta suburb, was among 30 East Aurora alums and guests who attended the reunion Friday
The City of Aurora government has announced the launch of Public Transition Committees aimed at developing community-based recommendations that inform the work of City departments. The City is inviting passionate, dedicated, and committed community members to submit an application to serve on one of the five committees. Members from all
Some things are priceless. One of those things is pride in community. It would be hard to put a price tag on feeling valued, welcome, and respected. Although I only attended a few flag-raisings held by the city in downtown Aurora, I always saw their worth for many reasons. The
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their June membership meeting Wednesday, June 11, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Chuck Nelson, vice president of programs, introduced guest speaker, Rita Pennington, Illinois State coordinator, for Quilts of Valor Foundation, stating, “Rita
The City of Aurora government is excited to announce that Grand Army of the Republic Museum director, Eric Pry, has been named the Museum Professional of the Year by the Illinois Association of Museums (IAM). The prestigious honor was part of the IAM’s fifth annual awards ceremony, which recognizes outstanding
Aurora mayor John Laesch, alongside City of Aurora officials, were host to the first listening session of the new Mayoral Administration Thursday, focusing on the future of downtown Aurora. “Let’s Talk Downtown: A Community Conversation” started mayor Laesch’s City-wide listening tour, in which Laesch will speak directly with residents, businesses,
An estimated 3,000 persons jammed Aurora’s M.L. King Park Saturday for the city’s 24th annual Juneteenth celebration. Sponsored by African American Men of Unity, an Aurora nonprofit, the free event celebrates family, community and culture through singing, dancing, storytelling and food.Other features were a Black history tribute, a drum and
Members from the Plano Methodist Church gather around the campfire in the church parking lot June 6.
At their yearly Tribute to Heroes event, Three Fires Council Scouting America recently honored five local women who exemplify service to others through their efforts to help senior citizens. Held annually at Ashley Farms in Newark, Ill., Tribute to Heroes identifies and honors individuals who are local heroes in their
Louisville, Kentucky, isn’t your typical missionary destination. But seven members of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora headed to the home of the Kentucky Derby on Sunday for a week-long mission trip. Volunteers were Gena Gerdin and Rob Creaney, chaperones; and high school students Clodagh Creaney, Andrew Friend, Daniel Miller,
Aurora mayor John Laesch (center) stands with five recipients of the City of Aurora’s Pride and Excellence Award June 6.
State representative Jed Davis (R-Yorkville) will host his third annual Fishing Derby 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 14 from at Silver Springs State Park – Loon Lake, 13608 Fox Road in Yorkville. “I am thrilled to offer my third annual Father’s Day weekend fishing derby this year!” said Rep.
The oldest farmers market in Illinois will set up shop once again in the heart of downtown Aurora. Established in 1912, the City of Aurora’s market will open Saturday, June 7 at Water Street Square and run through October 4. Each week, vendors from across the state will bring their
