Fourth of July inflatables
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.
Select Fourth of July festivities
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
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members to meet July; 9DCFV will participate in the Aurora Farmers Market, “Christmas in July”, Saturday, July 12
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 Methodists win Mission Links Award
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
East Aurora High alums return to Aurora for 65-year reunion
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
City of Aurora to launch Public Transition Committees
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
Greatness of Aurora: Aurora Downtown, SSA 1, in view
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
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley to participate in Aunt Martha’s, Family Health Fair, Saturday, June 21; Diabetes Club hosts Quilts of Valor presentation
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
Aurora’s GAR Museum director receives award
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 Laesch listening session, feedback on the future of downtown
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,
Aurora’s 24th annual Juneteenth
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
Gather around the campfire at Plano Methodist
Members from the Plano Methodist Church gather around the campfire in the church parking lot June 6.
Tribute to Heroes honors five who serve seniors
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
Aurora missionaries serve in Louisville
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,
City of Aurora’s Pride Award
Aurora mayor John Laesch (center) stands with five recipients of the City of Aurora’s Pride and Excellence Award June 6.
Rep. Davis Fishing Derby June 14
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.
114th Season for Aurora Farmers Market Opens June 7
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
Shotgun start for ‘Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes’ June 20
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their June membership meeting Wednesday, June 11, 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
Celebrating United Methodist Student Day in Aurora
Celebrating United Methodist Student Day, Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora honored four 2025 graduates. During Sunday morning worship, Lead Pastor, Reverend Tammy Scott recognized Faith Burnett and Jacqueline Chloe Jaramillo and Michelle Curiel of Aurora, and Delia Akyea of Oswego. Rev. Scott presented each grad with a gift bag.
Plano American Legion Post #395 Memorial Day ceremonies
The Plano American Legion Post #395 held Memorial Day ceremonies at Veterans Walkway and at Little Rock Cemetery to honor veterans who have given all to their country.