Hand salute for veterans:
Veterans participate in the special luncheon at the Prisco Center in Aurora Friday. The annual event provides food and entertainment each year. Fox Valley Park District photo
Veterans’ homelessness decreases
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the veteran numbers from the 2018 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR), revealing a 5.4% decrease in veteran homelessness since 2017. On a given night in the United States, 37,878 veterans are experiencing homelessness compared to 40,020 in 2017. Of those
Rest in peace Don Thompson; honors for Herschel Luckinbill
There are many good reasons to celebrate Veterans Day. This year, Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, celebrates 100 years since the armistice to officially end World War I. Those involved signed the peace treaty at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, November 11, 1918. There
The 411 (information) about 211, available in Kane County November 1
Michael Meyer, CEO of Fox Valley United Way based in Aurora, presents information at the Rotary Club of Aurora meeting Monday at Two Brothers Roundhouse. He answered questions about 2-1-1, a free and confidential service that helps people across the U.S. and in many parts of Canada find the local
Andy Aurora patch for veterans
The Aurora Historical Society is offering a local-themed clothing patch for veterans and their supporters. The patch features Andy Aurora, the 1964 brand image for the city, decked out in camouflage instead of his signature red color, and proclaiming “I’m a vet from Aurora, Illinois and proud of it!” The
Tom Mlynek served in the Tin Can Navy, saw the world
By John Montesano – The Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club has named Tom Mlynek the October Veteran of the Month. He was born April 24, 1947 in Chicago. He grew up in McKinley Park, was graduated from Holy Trinity High School, and earned an associates degree at Wright Junior College.
Tony Berg, World War II Veteran, celebrates 100th birthday
Tony Berg, seated, receives honors for serving in World War II and celebrating his 100th birthday September 25 in a celebrations of senior DeKalb County veterans. Standing are Steve Berg, son of Tony Berg; Cliff Oleson, Open Roads ABATE; Rob Halvax, Open Roads ABATE; Larry Aska; and Ken Smith. The
Aurora Navy League meeting Tuesday
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its monthly dinner meeting Tuesday, Oct. 16. The meeting will be at Grandma’s Table Restaurant, 1700 Douglas Road, Montgomery, just north of U.S. Route 30. A reception will begin at 5:15 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m.. The after-dinner speaker will
Don Thompson, Hero:
World War II commander Donald Thompson, U.S. Navy, offers a salute between innings of the Chicago Cubs baseball game at Chicago White Sox Saturday, Sept. 22. The Montgomery resident was introduced at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago as the Hero of the Game for his military service. He is a
Veterans Day parade November 11 in Aurora
The Aurora Veterans Day parade and ceremony will be Sunday, Nov. 11. The parade will step-off at the corner of Benton and Broadway at 10:15 a.m., and end at the G.A.R. Memorial Hall, where the “Honoring All Who Served” ceremony will take place. The ceremony will include a military rifle
Saga of kids, trains, and collecting coal from engines
While reading the column by The Chas (Charles Coddington) in the September 27 issue of The Voice (click here for article) about his early fascination with trains, it got me thinking about some broccoli I ate last night. No. I did think about it, but that’s not what I’m referring
Stephanie Kifowit and Fran Caffee recipients of Tenth Annual Women’s Power Lunch awards
By Jason Crane – For a nearly a decade, the Women’s Power Lunch has honored women who do amazing things in the Fox Valley area. State representative Stephanie Kifowit received the 2018 Woman Of Power Award, Thursday, Sept. 20 at Piper’s Banquets in Aurora. Fran Caffee was honored with the
Restore and repair
Jim Jenkins restores and repairs the sculpture on the New York Street Memorial Bridge in Aurora named Memory. The sculpture was dedicated November 11, 1931 as a memorial to the U.S. military members who died in World War I. Jenkins designed and made the Deus ex Machina sculpture at the
Solemn remembrance:
A salute to the color guard. The Aurora Police Department and Aurora Fire Department host Aurora’s annual September 11 Memorial Ceremony at the Aurora Police Department, 1200 E. Indian Trail Tuesday. Marking the 17th anniversary of the tragedies in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania, the ceremony included a
Commander Dan Shanower Memorial in Naperville
The Naperville September 11, 2001 memorial ceremony Tuesday evening reflects the solemn occasion at the Commander Dan Shanower Memorial behind the Naperville Municipal Center. The memorial was inspired by Naperville native Naval Commander Dan Shanower, who died in the attack on the Pentagon. Dedicated on September 11, 2003, the memorial
The late mayor emeritus of Naperville, George Pradel, receives a final tribute
The late mayor emeritus of Naperville, George Pradel, receives a final tribute, Monday. Members of the community join Washington Junior High School students on Washington Street in Naperville in front of the bronze statue of George Pradel (A. K. A. Officer Friendly), for a funeral procession to various locations through
Naperville Responds For Veterans renders assistance
By John Montesano – Veteran of the Month is taking a break in September and will return in October. Instead, here is information on Naperville Responds For Veterans. Naperville Responds For Veterans (NRFV) assists veterans and their families in need, especially those with low- and moderate-income, by raising donations of
Help for Marine veteran and Mother Alyssa Michelle
Marine veteran Alyssa Michelle receives help with a vehicle for her family, including her four kids. Those who helped include, from left, Mike Lee, president of the Kane County Teacher’s Credit Union; Linda Chapa LaVia, State representative; Sherry Tatar, Alyssa’s aunt; Alyssa Michelle Tatar; Jason McKie, Jason McKie Foundation, former
Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club meetings
State representative Keith Wheeler offers remarks at a recent gathering of the Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club. The next meeting will be at 7 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 20. harveygoodwin.com photo
Navy League Council 247 speaker Captain Raymond C. Leung, commanding officer, Naval Station Great Lakes
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its monthly dinner meeting Tuesday, Sept. 18 at Grandma’s Table Restaurant, 1700 Douglas Road, Montgomery, just north of Route 30. A reception will begin at 5:15 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m.. The dinner includes a choice of three entrees, fish,