Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council new officers
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council #14929 installs new officers recently.
Aurora Ballet Folklorico Yunuen dancers perform at back-to-school fair
Aurora Ballet Folklorico Yunuen dancers perform Aztec dances as families look on during a free back-to-school wellness fair August 8 at Community Health Partnership of Illinois’ health center in Aurora.
Aurora Lions Club donates to East Aurora DECA
Mark Lyons, right, DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) adviser at East Aurora High School, accepts a $500 donation from Aurora Lions Club Aug. 7.
National Night Out in Aurora
A girls gets her face painted at Aurora’s Washington Park National Night Out celebration August 5.
Cookout at second annual Back to School Bash by Southwind Community in Aurora
Hot dogs and hamburgers are grilled Saturday, Aug. 2 by Moline Matter of Seconds motorcycle club members, at a second annual Back to School Bash by Southwind Community in Aurora.
Diabetes Club will participate in Aunt Martha’s, “Back-to-School Health Fair” August 9; members to meet August 13
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their August membership meeting Wednesday, Aug. 13, 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
Nigerian taste fest benefits underprivileged Africans
Nigerian food, music and culture was in the spotlight at Aurora St. Joseph Catholic Church Sunday afternoon. After a Nigerian-style morning mass, the church held an international taste fest to raise funds for ImaBridge Africa. The faith-based nonprofit in Sycamore is a 501c3 charity that supports education, clean water, healthcare
Select Fox Valley area National Night events Aug. 5
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie that will take place Tuesday, Aug. 5. Some neighborhoods will host block parties, festivals, parades, cookouts and various other community events with safety demonstrations, seminars, youth events, visits from emergency personnel, and exhibits. Aurora •Aurora
Reader’s Voice: Chief Judge Villa addresses ICE in Kane
July 25, 2025Dear editor; From the Chambers of Chief Judge Robert K. Villa: Dear Kane County citizens, legal professionals, and law enforcement agencies, I am writing to address recent concerns and questions stemming from ICE activities at the Kane County Judicial Center. Federal law enforcement agencies including, but not limited
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will participate in First Fridays annual “Stolp Block Party”, Aug. 1; Diabetes Club in National Night Out August 5
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley are participating in Aurora’s First Fridays annual “Stolp Block Party”, Friday, Aug. 1. Stolp Avenue will be closed between Downer Place and Galena Boulevard, in downtown Aurora. It’s a celebration of community, and everyone is welcome, from 5 p.m.
North Aurora Days 2025 Aug. 1-2
North Aurora Days 2025 will be August 1-2 with main events at North Aurora Riverfront Park, 25 East State Street, North Aurora, and many community events spread throughout town. All events are free. Friday, Aug. 1 •8 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Community Garage Sale (throughout community); •9 a.m. to 1
40th Montgomery Fest August 15-17
Montgomery is gearing up to celebrate the 40th Montgomery Fest August 15-17 at Montgomery Park, 301 N. River Street. For the last 40 years, Montgomery Fest has been a cherished tradition, bringing together neighbors, friends, and families to enjoy a weekend of old-fashioned summer festivities. Visitors can enjoy performances by
Urban rodeo helps Aurora mentoring program for girls 5-17
Midday storms didn’t deter an outdoor benefit recently for an Aurora nonprofit mentoring young area girls. With a “Welcome to our Rodeo” theme, a 2 p.m. Summer Concert in the Park went on as scheduled by 100 Girls Like Us, Inc., at Greene Field Park in Aurora. Weekly mentoring sessions
97th Annual Lantz-Stoner Family Reunion set for Sunday, Aug. 10
The related Lantz, Eichelberger, Patterson, and Stoner families of Kendall, Kane, Will, and DuPage Counties will hold their 96th annual reunion Sunday, Aug. 10, at Hudson Crossing Park on Harrison Street at the east end of the Oswego U.S. Route 34 bridge in Oswego. Attendees should note that North Adams
Wrangle invasive crayfish at the 7th annual Rusty Rodeo
What’s rusty and invasive to our waters? The Rusty Crayfish! Join the Forest Preserve District of Kane County for the 7th Annual Rusty Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. It’s time to grab your dip nets and help reduce the numbers of these pesky invaders! The
Aurora Lions elect new officers
The Aurora Lions Club recently chose new officers and directors for the 2025-2026 club year. The leadership team was inducted at the club’s July 18 meeting at Paulie’s Pub in Aurora. Arvid Meyer, past president, conducted the ceremony. The officers are: Randall “Randy” Brown, president; Jay Short, first vice president
Diabetes Club participating in First Fridays annual “Stolp Block Party”, Aug. 1; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members provide awareness
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members will participate in Aurora’s First Fridays annual “Stolp Block Party”, Friday, Aug. 1. Stolp Avenue will be closed for the block party between Downer Place and Galena Boulevard, in downtown Aurora. Stop by our tent, pick up information on prediabetes,
Marlis Hutchinson celebrates 100th birthday
With a tiara and “100 and FABULOUS” sash, Marlis Hutchinson celebrated her 100th birthday Sunday, July 13. With live music, food, and lots of friends and relatives, the party took place at her current residence, Millstone Monarch Landing in Naperville. Hutchinson is a former longtime Auroran. She was active in
Celebrating 10 years with The Voice Newspaper
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 in Aurora, parade grand marshal Hugo Saltijeral
Fourth of July parade grand marshal, Hugo Saltijeral, center, waves to the crowd in downtown Aurora, July 4.