Nathan Cristanujaya discusses Eagle Scout project at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora
Oswego Boy Scout Nathan Cristanujaya, right, gives details about his Eagle Scout project during Sunday worship at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.
Grand opening of Meals on Wheels at Plano Methodist Church
The grand opening of Meals on Wheels at Plano Methodist Church was Thursday, Oct. 10.
High School Football: West Aurora vs. Larkin
West Aurora High School’s Terence Smith (1) escapes from Larkin’s Jacen Martin (18) for a first quarter touchdown Friday, Oct. 11.
City of Aurora honors three Aurora entrepreneurs
As the City of Aurora government honors Hispanic Heritage Month, mayor Richard Irvin recognized three entrepreneurs with the Mayor’s Award of Excellence.
BE WELL Illinois, State program for workplace wellbeing
A few months ago, as an elected official in my hometown, I had the opportunity to attend an expo that featured goods, services and agencies that help people of all ages, and I picked up a fun looking hat. The color is a vibrant blue, and the logo was positive.
Rosary High School to present Mamma Mia! Nov. 1-3
Attendees can take a musical adventure to the isles of Greece with the songs of Abba in Mamma Mia! The Musical November 1-3 at Rosary High School, 901 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. Show dates are Friday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. and 7
Final Geneva Viking ship viewing Oct. 19-20
Geneva’s Viking ship will hold final seasonal tours October 19-20. The replica Norwegian longship is on display at Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive in Geneva. Guided and self-guided tours will be held every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20. Daily guided
Pet of the Week: Dolly: Neglected, alone, needs family
Dolly is a female Treeing Walker Coonhound who is three years old. Dolly was under-socialized and spent all her days alone in a kennel, rarely going outside. Now that she is in a foster home, she is more gregarious and loves to meet new humans and dogs. She is registered
SCARCE Repair Fair Oct. 26
SCARCE’s fourth repair fair will take place Saturday, Oct. 26 at 9 a.m. to noon, Education Center of SCARCE’s facility, 800 S. Rohlwing Road (Route 53), Addison. Experts will be on-site to perform simple repairs on household items for a small fee. Repair experts can help with: Kitchen knife sharpening;
A Focus on History: October 17 through October 23
October 17 Gangster Al Capone is sentenced to 11 years in prison for tax evasion and fined $80,000 to signal the downfall of one of the most notorious criminals of the 1920s and 1930s. – 1931. Olympic Gold Medal winner Tommie Smith and Bronze Medal winner John Carlos are forced
Disinformation not the problem; government censorship is
By John & Nisha Whitehead In a perfect example of the nanny state mindset at work, Hillary Clinton insists that the powers-that-be need “total control” in order to make the internet a safer place for users and protect us harm. Clinton is not alone in her distaste for unregulated, free
Books Between Bites to feature more Batavia history in literature by mayor
Batavia’s popular monthly noontime book program, Books Between Bites, will continue Thursday, Oct. 17, when we welcome mayor Jeff Schielke for his annual presentation. The series will be from noon to 1 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Avenue. The public is invited to attend these free
Haunted Happenings at Aurora Public Library District
By Andrea Tiberi October is here, and with it comes the season so many people love—crisp autumn days, cozy fall vibes, and a dash of scary excitement! The Aurora Public Library District is embracing the October spirit with two upcoming programs that blend eerie tales with local history, highlighting some
Illinois reaches record-high tax revenue of more than $2 billion from gambling
By HANNAH MEISELCapitol News Illinoishmeisel@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois surpassed $2 billion in tax revenue last year from all types of gambling and the state lottery – a record bolstered by continued growth in video gambling, sports betting and the opening of several new casinos. But that growth comes at the expense of
JB Pritzker’s Japan trade mission (updated)
By Hannah Meisel and Andrew Adams Illinois governor JB Pritzker is set to join state legislative and business leaders on a trade mission to Japan next week to explore clean energy, manufacturing, life sciences, quantum, and other “key growth industries,” according to the governor’s office. Members of the delegation will
Fall foliage in Aurora
Peak Fall colors are emerging in Aurora. According to the Illinois Office of Tourism, Northern Illinois’ most vibrant foliage emerges during the second week of October.
Battle of Gettysburg in depth at Garfield Farm Museum
Garry Adelman, chief historian of the American Battlefield Trust will present “The Battle of Gettysburg In-Depth”, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday Oct. 20 at Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. This event will be an immersive, educational experience featuring the 8th Illinois Cavalry Reenactors, 1860s music
Reader’s Voice: School gun violence, solutions?
October 2, 2024Dear editor; Hi Len, Judy here. I just read your Reader’s Voice article in The Voice October 3, responding to my Reader’s Voice September 19. My submission was written with words straight from my grandson’s heart wanting solutions to end gun violence in school. I’m proud of him
Reader’s Voice: Good Versus Evil Revisited
October 7, 2024Dear editor; This is a response to Reader’s Voice, October 3, “…Good Versus Evil.” Mr. Len Wass’ opinion begins with a well-deserved accolade for an eighth-grade student’s September 19 Reader’s Voice describing the fear of gun violence he and his classmates endure each day at school. The young
Reader’s Voice: Nov. 5 referendum, Kane County nature
October 1, 2024Dear editor; November 5, we will have an opportunity to positively shape the future of our communities by supporting the Kane County Forest Preserve District’s Land Preservation and Preserve Improvement Referendum. Studies continue to show that natural areas such as forest preserves have a positive impact on property