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Junior Deputy Program assists in Kane County

On July 12, 2018July 12, 2018 By admin

A group of west suburban high school students have a better understanding of law enforcement, thanks to their participation in a Junior Deputy Program led by the Kane County Sheriff’s Office. Eighty-five students were honored June 16 at a Kane County Cougars baseball game for completing the course. They came...

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International Science Fair at Illinois Math and Science Academy

On July 12, 2018July 12, 2018 By admin

Chris Kornsey, Illinois Math and Science Academy executive director of facilities and capital planning in Aurora, judges posters at the recent international science fair at the school, including students from China....

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Dana Russell’s return to Aurora Public Library full circle

On July 12, 2018July 12, 2018 By admin

By Anthony Stanford – Full-circle career paths can be interesting, challenging, and very fulfilling. That is certainly the case for the Aurora Public Library (APL) senior manager of children’s services, Dana Russell, whose career has come full circle. She started her career working at APL in the early 1990s in...

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Canning instructions by University of Illinois in August

On July 12, 2018July 11, 2018 By admin

Wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy your garden vegetables or farmers market produce all year long? Whether just starting out or updating knowledge, join University of Illinois extension educator Laura Barr for one of three upcoming seasonal programs on home food preservation. “Canning is a simple, smart way to make...

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Montgomery Foundation scholarships open

On July 5, 2018July 5, 2018 By admin

The Montgomery Foundation has college scholarships available to students who live in Montgomery. Applications for the scholarships can be found online at www.TheMontgomeryFoundation.org and will be accepted until August 1 for the upcoming academic year. High School juniors who seek to get a jump on planning for college can submit...

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Eleven 14th District students set to attend service academies

On June 21, 2018June 23, 2018 By admin

Back row, left to right: Eubin Kim, Hawthorne Woods, (U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Ma.); Joseph Moore, McHenry, (U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colo.); James Stefo III, Antioch, (U.S. Air Force Academy); Sean Adams, Batavia, (U.S. Air Force Academy); congressman Randy Hultgren; Brennan Hare, Sugar Grove, (U.S. Merchant...

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Annual “Warm Fuzzies” community-service project

On June 14, 2018June 14, 2018 By admin

Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) members peruse the more than 111 fleece blankets and quilts which were hand-crafted in an annual “Warm Fuzzies” community-service project. From left are Dick Schindel, Aurora, AARTA president; Linda Weiss, Batavia; Eva Balek, Aurora, project coordinator; and Marilyn Ruby, Geneva. Blankets were collected at...

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Aurora Regional Fire Museum expands hours

On June 14, 2018June 14, 2018 By admin

For the first time in more than two years, the Aurora Regional Fire Museum will expand its operational hours. Summer hours at the Fire Museum will run through Labor Day. During this time, the Museum will expand its hours to include Wednesdays. The Museum will be open for visitors to...

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Color Fun Run at Silver Springs State Park

On June 7, 2018June 7, 2018 By admin

Yorkville: The Color Fun Run at Silver Springs State Park Saturday helps Grace Holistic Center For Education. A video of the event can be seen at facebook.com/thevoice.us. Mark Krueger/The Voice...

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Parkland five teens formed #NeverAgain movement

On June 7, 2018June 7, 2018 By admin

First of two parts J.J. McCorvey, of FastCompany contributed the following article which brings up to date the fatal shooting at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. February 14. “Cameron Kasky recalls the eerie realization that descended upon the kids huddled in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSP) High School...

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The Heroin Highway

On June 7, 2018June 7, 2018 By admin

Kane County Sheriff, Don Kramer, discusses the Heroin Highway at the Kiwanis Club of Aurora Tuesday at the Prisco Center in Aurora. Highways heading west from the West Side of Chicago, a central hub, are known as the Heroin Highway. Kramer answered questions and explained how law enforcement is working...

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Free courses on English as Second Language at APL

On June 7, 2018June 7, 2018 By admin

By Anthony Stanford – What’s going on with English as a Second Language (ESL) and U.S. citizenship classes at Aurora Public Library (APL)? Well, the correct answer is there is plenty. That’s right, the free courses sponsored by APL and taught by instructors from the College of DuPage to help...

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East Aurora School District 131 introduces superintendent

On May 31, 2018May 31, 2018 By admin

The East Aurora School District 131 Board of Education Tuesday introduced Dr. Jennifer Norrell as superintendent of schools at East Aurora High School. Norrell, assistant superintendent for curriculum, instruction, assessments, and grants for Bloom Township High School District 206 in Chicago Heights, will start in her new role July 1....

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Chapa LaVia speaker at Grace Center graduation

On May 31, 2018May 31, 2018 By admin

Grace Holistic Center for Education in Yorkville is excited to announce its first graduating classes. The 2018 commencement includes the first high school and eighth grade graduations for Grace School. Founder and director, Tairi Grace, said, “Our School focuses not only on excellent academics, but also mindfulness, mental well being,...

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Reader’s Commentary: Recalling the storied existence of St. Peter school in Aurora

On May 31, 2018May 31, 2018 By admin

By Don Jungels – I read with interest in the May 10 issue of The Voice that Our Lady of Good Counsel, St. Therese, St. Joseph, and St. Peter were consolidating to become one school in the next school year. How sad! The new name for all four will be...

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Sugar Grove Chamber has scholarships

On May 24, 2018May 24, 2018 By admin

Sugar Grove Chamber has scholarships The Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce & Industry is offering and accepting applications for 2018 scholarships for graduating high school seniors. The scholarships are awarded, by committee selection, from received applications by individuals residing in the Sugar Grove community. The scholarship applications, with requirements, are...

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West Aurora School Board vacancy for one year

On May 24, 2018May 24, 2018 By admin

The West Aurora School District 129 is accepting submittals of those interested to fill the vacancy resulting from the resignation of the Board seat of Amie Thompson. The individual selected will serve on the School Board from the dates of June 18 through April 15, 2019. The candidate questionnaire can...

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Estate planning information at Rotary Club of Aurora

On May 24, 2018May 24, 2018 By admin

Rotary Club of Aurora past presidents Abby Chiesa and Ron Hem share estate planning information at the Rotary Club of Aurora Monday at Two Brothers Roundhouse. Both Chiesa and Hem are attorneys who practice law in areas including estate planning, estate administration, and commercial and residential real estate. Jason Crane/The...

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Fizz, Boom, Read Summer at Yorkville program

On May 24, 2018May 24, 2018 By admin

The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in June. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. • Yorkville Public Library Summer reading program: FIZZ, BOOM, READ will...

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Sydney Berenyi of Oswego High School, art competition winner

On May 24, 2018May 24, 2018 By admin

U.S. congressman Randy Hultgren (IL-14) announced recently the 14th District winner of the 2018 congressional art competition is Sydney Berenyi of Oswego High School. Her piece, “Lily,” won out of the 57 submitted from the District. The winning artwork piece will hang on display in the U.S. Capitol for one...

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