Kiwanis Club of Aurora readies winter wear for Coats for Kids
Kiwanis Club of Aurora president Lucas Albright (left) and immediate past president, Dan Ahern, are “coat ready” at the Coats for Kids packing event October 16.
Volunteers make holiday cards for Veterans Day luncheon
From left, Muriel Covington, Elgin; Nancy Haire, Elgin; Verna Corbin, Aurora; and Mari Curless, Aurora, make holiday greeting cards for veterans October 15.
Ice protestors outside Aurora City Hall
Protestors assemble outside of Aurora City Hall to show their disapproval of the actions of ICE and the treatment of immigrants and people of color October 9.
Program to help build friendships for seniors, isolated
Connectivity serves longevity, as the world turns, friendships sustained help us grow. Throughout my career, meeting and assisting people of all ages, learning what makes them thrive and fade, and telling their stories, I have seen this play out time and again. Senior Services Associates, Inc. offers a great program
Reader’s Voice: Berman: A life measured in moderation
October 10, 2025Dear editor; The residents of the Village of North Aurora, and Kane County have recently lost a real gentleman and a genuine leader: Dale Berman. Berman passed away October 2 at the age of 91. Every time I would speak with Dale, our conversations and his sage advice
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s gala dinner ‘A Night To End Diabetes’, Nov. 14, at Lincoln Inn; Diabetes Club members hear from two AU students
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their October membership meeting Wednesday, Oct. 8, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Club member, Donna Bohr, introduced guest speakers, Hlawn Tlang and Blend Dalipi, undergraduate students from Aurora University, majoring in Health Science
BatFest returns October 25
Batavia’s BatFest, the annual Halloween-themed family celebration in downtown Batavia Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. This year’s event will feature a community costume parade, downtown trick-or-treating, live entertainment, and dozens of festive activities including: •Reptile Show at Congregational Church of Batavia•Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party at Zen Loft Collective•Incredible
Montgomery Halloween Display Contest
The Montgomery Beautification Committee will host its annual Halloween Display Contest to recognize homes and businesses for outstanding Halloween decorations. “It is one of our favorite contests to judge, as the residents raise the bar every year,” said Ben Brzoska, Village trustee and chair of the Beautification Committee. Residents can
Yorkville Church fall rummage donations
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will hold its fall rummage and bake sale Friday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 25. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at the church Sunday, Oct. 19 from noon to 5 p.m., and Monday,
Reader’s Commentary: Dangerous times: Falsehoods and dehumanizing language
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda I’m writing this as a post script to “Wayne’s World” Johnson’s fraudulent claims in the October 2, 2025 issue of The Voice. It was titled: “The world we live in feels like make-believe.” I wonder if Johnson authored this title for his delusional article, or was
Batavia seeks nominations for Citizen of the Year
Is there a Batavia citizen who you believe exemplifies giving back to the community through outstanding service and dedication? If so, nominate them for the annual Batavia Citizen of the Year Award. The award honors extraordinary contributions to the community over the course of the recipient’s lifetime. This person (or
You are an influencer, help others
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Your life may not make a national impact but who knows how far your life might reach? The people, friends, and family you influence today may have a tremendous impact on many others. You never know what an acquaintance or child might grow up to do
Accepting donations for 2025 Toys for Tots campaign
The Naperville Park District’s Park Police invite the community to contribute new, unwrapped toys for the 2025 DuPage County Toys for Tots program, hosted by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Toys will be collected at six different Naperville Park District locations and the WONC radio station on North Central College’s
Aurora church holds Immigration 101 workshop
With personal stories and a panel of experts, Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora hosted “Immigration 101: Welcoming the Stranger” Sunday, Oct. 13. The free, public, citizens’ workshop was a joint program of the people of faith and the UMC Northern Illinois Conference Advocacy Partners immigration team. Reverend Tammy Scott,
Faith and Blue at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery
Spike, right, Aurora Police Department’s mascot, walks with an APD cadet at Faith and Blue at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery October 3.
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley ‘Meet & Greet’ Oct. 11; November will be “National Diabetes Awareness Month” plan on attending an event!
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s October “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, Oct. 11, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Panera Bread, 1330 N. Orchard Road, in Aurora. Plan on stopping by
Montgomery Halloween Display Contest
The Montgomery Beautification Committee will host its annual Halloween Display Contest to recognize homes and businesses for outstanding Halloween decorations. “It is one of our favorite contests to judge, as the residents raise the bar every year,” said Ben Brzoska, Village trustee and chair of the Beautification Committee. Residents can
Aurora police pair up with social workers
Calling Aurora police for help? Officers may show up with a social worker. The department’s co-response initiative was outlined by APD officials during the Aurora Lions Club membership meeting at Eola Taphouse in Aurora. Bridget Damschen, APD social work coordinator and Sgt. Scott Carter, Crisis Intervention Unit coordinator, spoke on
Aeronautical transit to Aurora Kiwanis
Alpine Kiwanis Club (Rockford, Ill.) members, John Spitzer, left, and Bob Slack flew to the Aurora Municipal Airport to attend the Kiwanis Club of Aurora meeting September 24.
New Kiwanis Club of Aurora president Lucas Albright
Newly-installed Kiwanis Club of Aurora president Lucas Albright (2025-2026) delivers his inaugural address September 30 at the Aurora Country Club.