By John W. Whitehead Listen: We don’t have to agree about everything. We don’t even have to agree about most things. We don’t have to love each other. We don’t even have to like each other. And we certainly don’t need to think alike or dress alike or worship alike
Aurora Police Chief Kristen Ziman reflects in the Tuesday, Feb. 11 city of Aurora media briefing to reflect on the February 15 Anniversary of the Henry Pratt tragedy.
The Aurora Historical Society (AHS) is commemorating the anniversary of the shooting at the Henry Pratt Company in 2019 with an exhibit, “February 15: One Year Later” Saturday at the Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, Aurora. Featured in the exhibit are the five crosses created by
Water Street Studios, an award-winning nonprofit art center in Batavia, recently announced the future departure of executive director Danielle Hollis with an anticipated transition date in June. Danielle and Board president Jessica Breugelmans will be working hand-in-hand with the Board of Directors and staff members during this period to ensure
When our neighbors fall on hard times, they often must make the difficult decision to give up their pets. Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry is set to launch a Pet Pantry where pet owners can obtain dog and cat food for their beloved pets Wednesday, Feb. 12. The Pet Pantry will
When you meet someone it is easy to pass that person you assume has nothing in common with you. But when you take the time to communicate, you can meet individuals who teach you something new and enrich your life. Frank Bazos’ voice sometimes can be difficult to understand. Sometimes
The Caldecott Award, a prestigious award honoring the best picture book for children, is given every year by the American Library Association (ALA). A committee made up of 15 individuals within the library field spend all year looking through submissions to select the best of the best. This year, Aurora
The Little Free Pantry at the Sugar Grove Public Library is asking for donations as part of their “Have a Heart” Valentine’s Day food drive. “We have noticed a significant increase in usage as patrons may be experiencing financial challenges if they work seasonally, work slowdowns after holidays, extra bills,
Families and children are invited to the Vaughan Athletic Center, 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, for the Fox Valley Park District’s annual Family Fun Fair. The educational and interactive event is free to all who attend. Children will have opportunities to
Oswego resident Hannah Dziedzic, left, and Grace Roman, Brookfield, among nine Aurora University students and a professor Tuesday, Feb. 11, supports an early Valentine’s Day party to residents of Jennings Terrace nursing home in Aurora.
The Boys II Men’s 13th annual Phenomenal Man Awards Thursday, Jan. 30 at Piper’s Banquets offers fitting salutes to six accomplished young men from Aurora.
Nancy Anderson of St. Charles, left, and Diana Raimond of Naperville pose with their prizes as champion and runnerup in the Norwegian soup contest held Super Bowl Sunday by Sons of Norway Polar Star Lodge 5-472 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery.
Editor’s note: In recent decades, mass communication, through the advent of technology, has diminished use of newspapers, however, more than 200 years later, newspapers continue to be use useful. This article, and another at thevoice.us/benign-wealthy-owners-promote-quality-city-journalism, bring up to date how newspapers reflect communities, offer sociological relevance, and sustain one method
Are there alternatives to declining, disappearing newspapers? Two Chicago Tribune reporters recently sounded the alarm on a perceived threat to their paper based on the past actions of a hedge fund that now owns a large share of the Trib’s parent company. It’s part of a larger story of newspaper
The Naperville Park District announced the results of the “Your Concert, Your Park, Your Choice” online contest. January 15-26 more than 850 Naperville residents cast votes for preferred locations and styles of music for the 2020 Summer concert series, Concerts in Your Park. The winning parks include two from each
Have you ever wondered how many books were in the Aurora Public Library’s collection? Or, checked out a book and wondered how many times the item you had in your hand had circulated? Well folks, let me offer a snapshot of what happened at the Aurora Public Library (APL) in
NAMI KDK (National Alliance on Mental Illness Kane-south, DeKalb, nd Kendall Counties) will sponsor Mental Health Education Event at Kendall County Health Department from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. Kendall County Health Department is at 811 W. John Street, Room WIC, Yorkville. Addressing Substance Use as a
Elgin Wayside Center will Walk-a-Mile in the shoes of those less fortunate to raise money starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8. All money raised will help benefit Elgin Wayside Center’s efforts to transform lives! The walk will begin with a celebration downstairs at the Progressive Baptist Church, 305 Ann
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity volunteers and future homeowner, Connie Estrada, break ground for Estrada’s home at 423 Parker Avenue in Aurora January 18.
First Fridays will be back with art, music, and more items in interest to the public in Aurora Friday, Feb. 7. The popular event will celebrate its eighth year when it returns after one month off. Several venues will be open to the public for a night of art and
