Category: Money

Government Money

Cash may become casualty of COVID-19 pandemic

On By admin

By John W. Whitehead In every age, we find ourselves wrestling with the question of how Jesus Christ, the itinerant preacher and revolutionary activist who died challenging the police state of his time, namely, the Roman Empire, would respond to the moral questions of our day. For instance, what would...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Government Money

Kane County Board vote lifts 30-day tax penalty

On By admin

In response to the unprecedented health crisis currently facing Illinois residents due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the Kane County Board, at the request of Treasurer Rickert, unanimously passed a resolution granting a 30 day waiver of interest penalty for the first installment of property taxes. This will help ease...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Money

CARES Act jolt of good news in unsettling time

On By admin

By Don Oblazney For Edward Jones financial advisors, passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act has been a jolt of good news in an otherwise deeply unsettling time. “Obviously, our biggest concern is for the well-being of everyone in our community,” said Don Oblazney, financial advisor...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Government Money

Payment delays: State comptroller

On By admin

By Peter Hancock The Illinois comptroller’s office borrowed $105 Million from various funds in March, in large part so it could make bigger-than-normal payments to hospitals as they brace for the peak of the COVID-19 outbreak later this month. But Illinois comptroller Susana Mendoza is advising all State vendors that...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Money

Two scholarships in Kendall County

On By admin

The Kendall County Association of Chiefs of Police is accepting applications for its annual college scholarships. The purpose of the scholarship fund is to provide financial assistance to outstanding students who meet eligibility guidelines set by the Association and are pursuing an undergraduate degree from an accredited University or College....

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Fundraiser Money

Fox Valley Grantmakers COVID-19 Response Fund

On By admin

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley recently announced the creation of the Fox Valley Grantmakers COVID-19 Response Fund. Fox Valley area funders have come together to establish the Fox Valley Grantmakers COVID-19 Response Fund at the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley to support nonprofits in the greater...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Carousel Fundraiser Money

Fox Valley Snowdrifter Ski Club donation to Northern Illinois Food Bank and Hesed House

On By admin

John Gamble, Fox Valley Snowdrifter Ski Club president, left, presents a $500 check to Nancy Nehmer, volunteer appreciation coordinator for Northern Illinois Food Bank.

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Government Money

Alphabetized schedule used for unemployment claims

On By admin

The Illinois department which oversees unemployment benefits is employing an alphabetized schedule to handle an unprecedented volume of claims. Claims now must be filed online and by phone on days and at times set by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) based on the first letter of the filer’s...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Feature Money Taxes

Just a thought on the basis of property taxes

On By admin

“Illinois’ convoluted and broken property tax system has been driving the high cost of living that’s pushing families and businesses out of our State. Despite the fact that homeowners have been crying desperately for relief, Democrats last year failed to produce any significant action,” said Republican State representative Deanne Mazzochi...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Money

Edward Jones seeks to protect health of clients: Don Oblazney

On By admin

In today’s challenging times, Edward Jones financial advisors are thinking about the health of their clients, their families and their colleagues, what’s happening in their communities and the effect of COVID-19 (coronavirus) on the markets. “Most importantly, we want everyone to know we’re taking steps to protect the health and...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Money National

Warren Buffett’s plan would end deficit spending with reforms

On By admin

Mitchell Nemeth writes for the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) and gives readers some facts regarding our national debt. Warren Buffett responds by telling CNBC he could end deficit-spending in five minutes. Nemeth writes: “If there is any takeaway from these unsuccessful attempts to reduce spending, it is that federal...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Government Health Money National

Society today: Pulled apart

On By admin

At a recent dinner party, it was wondered why our society appears to be pulling apart. I observed that sometimes unfortunate consequences flow from otherwise benign changes. I illustrated with a “tale of two families,” both known to me in my rural central Illinois setting. When I was a boy...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Community Events Money

West Aurora Concerned Citizens and Washington Neighbors meeting March 18

On By admin

West Aurora Concerned Citizens and Washington Neighbors, both will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 at the 5th Ward Community Room, 1921 W. Galena Boulevard, West Aurora Plaza. Guest speaker will be Shawn Cook from Advocate Wealth Management. He will discuss the Secure Act and the changes in numerous...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Education Money Opinion

Voting no on Oswego Community Unit School District 308’s tax hike explained

On By admin

By Leonard R Wass Please vote no on Oswego Community Unit School District 308’s proposal to increase its limiting tax rate. Here’s why you should vote no: Several years ago it raised $450 Million in construction bonds using “Save the Children” as a slogan. The money was sufficient for new...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Government Money

Batavia Park District’s bond referendum for indoor recreational center on March 17 ballot

On By admin

The Batavia Park District is placing a $27,140,000 bond referendum on the March 17 ballot to acquire the land, build, and equip an indoor recreational center. The Park Board and staff members want to provide residents with the facts and information needed to make an informed decision for their household...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Carousel Fundraiser Money Sports

West Aurora High School Stadium in boost

On By admin

At West Aurora’s Board of Education Meeting held March 2, the Blackhawk Sports Boosters announced their pledge of $250,000 towards the West Aurora Stadium Complex Modernization. The pledge comes as a response to an anonymous $250,000 challenge grant for the project and will require fundraising on behalf of the group....

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Government Money National

A financial nightmare in the U.S.

On By admin

By John W. Whitehead Let’s talk numbers, shall we? The national debt, the amount the federal government has borrowed over the years and must pay back, is $23 Trillion and growing. The amount this country owes is now greater than its gross national product, all the products and services produced...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Money

Leon McNair golf scholarship applications open

On By admin

The Oswegoland Park Foundation is accepting applications for the Leon McNair Memorial Scholarship for high school seniors. There will be three $1,500 scholarships available with a deadline of April 30. Application can be sent to www.greeneroswegoland.org. Skill in golf not a criterion. Leon McNair was a northern Illinois golf icon...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here
Education Government Money

Governor JB Pritzker seeks increase in higher education funds

On By admin

By Peter Hancock One day after delivering his budget proposal to the General Assembly in Springfield, Democratic governor JB Pritzker was in Chicago Thursday, Feb. 20 to round up support for his proposed increases in higher education funding. Speaking at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Pritzker highlighted his proposal...

This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only.
Register
Already a member? Log in here