As communities across the country continue to face unprecedented circumstances in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Farmers Insurance® is granting donations to nonprofits directly related to COVID-19 relief efforts, as nominated by Farmers® agents and district managers across the country. As millions of individuals do their part to slow
The DuPage County Board voted Tuesday, April 28 to authorize the County Treasurer to waive late fees on property tax payments for taxpayers who can demonstrate financial hardship due to the COVID-19 crisis. Interest penalties for late payments of the first installment of property taxes, which are due June 1,
The Aurora Downtown COVID-19 Response Fund will distribute 35 COVID-19 relief grants totaling $12,250. Aurora Downtown, a nonprofit group of business and property owners, launched the fund earlier this month. The fund accepted grant applications from businesses located in SSA #One to help provide financial relief from the pandemic. Aurora
By Peter Hancock Residents in Illinois who still owe money on private, nonfederal student loans can now qualify for temporary relief while the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Meanwhile, families with school-age children who receive food assistance will qualify for additional benefits. Governor JB Pritzker announced those new relief efforts Tuesday as
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
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
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
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
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.
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
John Gamble, Fox Valley Snowdrifter Ski Club president, left, presents a $500 check to Nancy Nehmer, volunteer appreciation coordinator for Northern Illinois Food Bank.
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
“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
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
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
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
Empty shelves at the toilet paper section at Prisco’s Family Market in Aurora Tuesday reflects the rush on some products in case of shipment shortages.
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
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
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
