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The First Princess of the Little Miss Puerto Rican Pageant, Eliana Valdovinos, energizes the crowd with a speech about her family’s hometown in Puerto Rico, Friday, July 21. All members of the pageant court spoke at the Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony in Aurora.

Puerto Rican Community in Aurora starts Heritage Week with energetic, and moving, Flag Raising Ceremony

On July 23, 2023July 23, 2023 By admin

The music was booming. The dancing was electrifying. The cheers were resounding. The pride was palpable. The flag is flying high. It was indeed a party with a purpose in Aurora as Puerto Rican community members, and supporters gathered downtown for the annual Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony. The ceremony...

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Aurora Studio 54 on Stolp

On July 18, 2023July 19, 2023 By admin

Two-year old Majesty, wearing bell-bottom pants, shows her dance moves as one of many winners of the 70s outfit contest in downtown Aurora Thursday, July 13 at the monthly Studio 54 celebration.

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CommunityCommunity Foundation of the Fox River Valley

International Youth Day August 12 with YEP

On July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 By admin

By Julie Christman, President & CEO, Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley August 12, our world will celebrate International Youth Day. Did you know half of the people on our planet are 30 or younger, and this is expected to reach 57% by the end of 2030? In this...

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Yorkville River Fest 2023

On July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 By admin

Cardboard river raft, center, on the Fox River in Yorkville last weekend is part of the participation in the Yorkville River Fest.

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CommunityDiabetes Club of Fox Valley Russ George

Diabetes Club of Fox Valley grows to 47

On July 18, 2023July 17, 2023 By admin

By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) held its July monthly meeting Thursday, July 13, exactly nine months to the day, from the first official meeting, October 13, 2022. The club has grown from 15 founding members to 47 dedicated individuals, who want to create an awareness...

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Community EducationAurora Class Reunion Madonna High School

Madonna High School All-Class Reunion

On July 18, 2023July 17, 2023 By admin

Madonna High School will have an all-class reunion from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10 at Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn, Aurora. There will be a Mass for those who wish to attend at 12:30 p.m.. Come see the memories, photos, year books and so...

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Community EventsOswego

Oswego downtown tour July 22

On July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 By admin

All communities evolve and change with time and Oswego has experienced more change during the past three decades than almost any community in the Nation. At 6 p.m. Saturday, July 22, the Oswegoland Heritage Association, in partnership with the Oswegoland Park District, will hold a 45-minute stroll through Oswego’s Main...

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Arts Community EventsAurora Cornucopia Shop Events

Sip’n Paint Tea Party in Aurora

On July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 By admin

Sip’n Paint Tea Party, a watercolor class, will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. July 22 and 23 at the Cornicopia Tea & Gift Shop, 63 S. Broadway, Aurora. Cost is $29. There will be a maximum group size of 12. Tickets can be purchased at thecornucopiashopllc.com/signup-for-sip-n-paint-tea-party, or...

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Cycle Across Illinois makes 14 suburban stops

On July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 By admin

Cycle Across Illinois, a four-day, 300-mile bicycle ride by 73 police officers statewide, came to 14 suburban locations July 13-16. The ride was a fundraiser by Illinois Concerns of Police Survivors, a Montgomery-based nonprofit. Aurora’s Police Department (APD) was host to the series Saturday, July 15. (See photo on page...

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Community Government JobsAurora

Aurora City Council Ward 7 alderman applications for appointment accepted

On July 13, 2023July 13, 2023 By admin

Mayor Richard Irvin will appoint a current Ward 7 resident to fill the vacancy on the Aurora City Council due to the passing of alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns. By ordinance, the mayor appoints the alderman who fills the vacancy and serves the remainder of the four-year term until the next general...

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Community OpinionBavaro Antonio Homelessness Readers Voice

Reader’s Voice: Homeless need to be understood

On July 11, 2023July 11, 2023 By admin

July 11, 2023Dear editor; Because I was homeless once with my wife, due to my past wrongs, I would like everyone to understand all the homeless on the streets are not drunks and drug addicts. In my time on the streets, I’ve met amazing people from different backgrounds, different nationalities....

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Diabetes Club of Fox Valley celebrates Independence Day

On July 11, 2023July 10, 2023 By admin

By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley celebrated the Fourth of July and participated in Aurora’s Independence Day parade in the morning, Tuesday July 4, and then participated in the Aurora Historical Society’s annual “Ringing of the Bells” ceremony in Aurora at the Tanner House Museum,...

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Faith Lutheran Church in Aurora, June mission trip to Uganda, East Africa

On July 11, 2023July 11, 2023 By admin

With stories, video and African refreshments, members of Faith Lutheran Church in Aurora reported on a June mission trip to Uganda, East Africa, Sunday, July 9. The reports took place during 8 and 9:30 a.m. worship services. Faith’s seven-member team left June 1 and returned June 13 after serving at...

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Carousel Community EventsFourth of July Tanner House Museum

Fun on the Fourth at Aurora Historical Society Tanner House

On July 11, 2023July 12, 2023 By admin

Face-painting and animal balloons provide fun for kids at the Aurora Historical Society Tanner House Independence Day celebration Tuesday, July 4.

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Karen Novy approved to fill vacant Oswego Village Board Trustee position

On July 7, 2023July 7, 2023 By admin

The Oswego Village Board approved president Ryan Kauffman’s nomination of Karen Novy to fill the vacant trustee seat at Wednesday’s special Village Board meeting. After the vote, Novy was sworn in by Judge John McAdams and participated in the meeting. “Karen is a wonderful member of this community. She brings...

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Aurora Fourth of July Parade 2023

On July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 By admin

Paul Konrad of Aurora, WGN-TV morning show host, waves to the crowd during the Independence Day parade in Aurora during the morning July 4.

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Aurora Fourth of July Fireworks 2023

On July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 By admin

Independence Day fireworks Monday, July 3 at RiverEdge Park in Aurora explode in the night in celebration.

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Carousel Community Kids/YouthAurora Historical Society Fourth of July Tanner House Museum

Aurora Historical Society Tanner House Independence Day Celebration

On July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 By admin

A visit with the animals is a treat for kids at the Aurora Historical Society Tanner House independence Day celebration Tuesday, July 4.

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Final goodbyes to late Aurora Ward 7 alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns

On July 4, 2023July 5, 2023 By admin

Seven doves were released in front of Aurora City Hall Friday, June 30 in memory of the late Ward 7 alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns as part of a horse drawn carriage Final Consent Procession.

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CommunityFox Valley Crisis Line

Crisis line support needed

On July 4, 2023July 3, 2023 By admin

Are you willing to answer the call for help? Friends, family, and neighbors, in your community are experiencing alarming rates of anxiety, loneliness, suicidal ideation, depression, and substance use. The need for crisis line support never has been greater. Individuals can make a difference for themselves and their community by...

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