Rep. Bill Foster tours Aurora defense manufacturer

Congressman Bill Foster recently visited Aurora Defense Group (ADG), a small manufacturer of mil-spec lighting, wire harnesses, and electro-mechanical systems for the U.S. military, for a shop floor tour and a discussion on how federal policy decisions can help small businesses grow. The visit was a stop on the Goldman

Ellen Huxtable named Donna Dallesasse Award winner

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 2026 Donna Dallesasse Award winner is Ellen Huxtable, former owner of Advantage Business Concepts, current facilitator for the Batavia Chamber of Commerce and representative for the Congregational Church of Batavia. Every year, the Batavia Chamber holds a celebration to

Illinois to close the eight visitor information centers

By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois’ eight State-run visitor information centers, located within rest areas at interstates around the State, will be closing by the end of the month. “The role of the State’s visitor information centers has evolved significantly over the past couple of decades as the ways visitors

Colors, culture, and community: Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the traditions, stories, and connections that bring families and communities together. This year, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) invites you to a vibrant lineup of programs at the Santori Library filled with music, creativity, culture, and fun for all ages. The

Montgomery Historic Cemetery Walk to return October 7

The Montgomery Historic Preservation Commission’s Cemetery Walk will return this year Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. at Riverside Cemetery, 414 N. River Street in Montgomery. Guests will be led in small groups through the cemetery on a tour back in time, visiting gravesites with volunteer actors portraying Montgomery settlers

Harvest Fall Festival Sept. 27

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will host the annual Harvest Fall Festival Sunday, Sept. 27, from noon to 3 p.m. at Oakhurst Forest Preserve, 1680 Fifth Ave., Aurora. Festival-goers can paint pumpkins, play games, create nature-inspired crafts, visit education stations, and enjoy live folk music and refreshments. Admission

Recipe of the Week: Indonesian Satay

Ingredients3 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons tomato sauce1 tablespoon peanut oil2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1 pinch ground black pepper1 pinch ground cumin6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cubed1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup minced onion1 clove garlic, peeled and minced1 cup water1/2 cup chunky peanut butter2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons

High school boys soccer: Riverside-Brookdale, Glenbard South

By Bobby Narang Riverside-Brookfield High School senior defender Max Kaplan is making the most of his final season playing soccer. Kaplan, a three-year varsity tennis player, said he’s enjoying leading the team this season after starting his career with an injury as a freshman, working hard to earn a spot

Select high school football schedule Sept. 25, results Sept. 18-19

Friday, Sept. 25CCL GreenNazareth at St. Francis, 7:30St. Rita at Montini, 7:30CCL PurpleBenet at Marmion, 7:30CCL WhiteIC Catholic at St. Laurence, 7:30Joliet Catholic at DePaul, 7Chicagoland ChristianAurora Christian at Christ the King, 7Chicago Christian at St. Edward, 7:30Wheaton Academy at Hope Academy, 7DuKaneGeneva at Batavia, 7Glenbard North at Lake Park,