“We need hours of endless wandering or …time sitting on park benches observing the mysterious world of ants and the canopy of treetops.” — Maya Angelou The April trees were dancing with new leaves in the Spring winds. They spoke of eternity, permanence, and of change. Trees and plants constitute
The government of these United States is headed for yet another fiscal crisis. Fiscal Year 2023 will end 30 June, and the Joe Biden administration’s proposed budget for FY 2024 is dependent upon raising the debt ceiling in order to pay the Nation’s bills. Naturally, the GOP is totally opposed
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Conservative actions concerning transsexuals and transexuality have to do with protecting these children, especially younger children and children up to and beyond puberty, from being groomed in ways that would lead them to becoming even more confused about their gender dysphoria. Impressionable and psychologically-confused children, with
Ingredients4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried dill weed1 teaspoon garlic powder3 tablespoons butter1/4 cup white wine1/2 cup whipping cream2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed Directions1. Season chicken breasts with salt, dill weed, and garlic powder. 2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place
To each and every woman who will read this piece,Be cognizant how women’s power has found release.The list is ever growing, in transcendent roles,Quite varied in ascension, numerous in goals.Most of you will but shrug, this not affecting you,But yes it does—innately—things you women do.The point I wish to make—the
No one likes to think about his or her death, but it is an inevitable part of life. That’s why it’s so important to have up-to-date documentation to make sure final wishes are protected. These documents give loved ones peace of mind knowing that everything is all ready taken care
The expulsion and reinstatement of Tennessee House of Representatives members, Justin Pearson and Justin Jones, becomes more troubling the more we learn. Sure, I understand the importance of following protocol in legislative sessions. Pearson, Jones, and Gloria Johnson, should not have approached the podium during a session without being recognized.
Aurora Ward 4 Alderman Bill Donnell is the speaker and volunteers prepare to open Aurora Kiwanis Club’s 2023 One Day community service project, a Fox River cleanup Saturday, April 15.
Shannon Cameron, executive director at Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry in Aurora, is a speaker at Citizens Police Academy of Aurora Alumni meeting at APD headquarters April 11.
Sikh youth gathered outside Aurora City Hall after a special proclamation presentation last week for Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month.
Working at the Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast on Palm Sunday at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church (OLGC) in Aurora to prepare pancakes are Jose Cervantes and Antionio Del Toros, left photo, and Cervantes and Roland Snyder, right photo.
Unwanted, but usable and clean household items, as well as functional furniture, toys, books, and clothing may be brought to Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ to be sold at the Church’s upcoming Spring rummage and bake sale. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted from
Through the centuries, Americans invested a tremendous amount of labor, materials, and money into making and maintaining their wardrobes. At 6:45 p.m. Thursday, April 27, the Little White School Museum will be host to a free program on “The Life Cycle of Clothing,” recounting how our 19th Century ancestors viewed
Aurora resident Zachary Yench, left, is inducted by Aurora University Spanish professor Denise Hatcher into AU’s Psi Mu chapter of Sigma Delta Pi National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society April 5.
The Rev. John Bell, right, pastor at Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church, greets community activist Helen Ratzlow at a “Housing 101” panel at the church April 12.
Occupants at Bardwell Residences, 99 units for seniors at Aurora’s restored Copley Hospital, began moving in Wednesday, April 12. Included were two Aurorans. In the morning, Jeane (last name withheld), moved in; in the afternoon, Bienvenido (last name withheld), a man, moved in. The move-ins culminated two years of restoration
By Bobby Narang The girls high school soccer season is reaching a key midpoint of the season. Defending Class 3A State champion Metea Valley is humming along, well on the path toward another State championship behind a group of numerous college-bound players looking to add another milestone to their careers.
By Woodrow Carroll Fast starts by teams are a part of Major League Baseball (MLB). After beating the Toronto Blue Jays, 8-1, on the road Sunday, April 16, the Tampa Bay Rays held a 14-2 record. That 14-2 figure was the best in MLB entering this week. In the National
Sports largely are ephemeral. Over quickly. That is unless there is a Major League Baseball team with woeful pitching and not many good things going. Then, it is a long season. Other old-timers, especially long-suffering fans of the old Chicago Cubs, may remember a pitcher for the Cubs and the
Caden Carnes of Lisle High School returns a ball in the Hinsdale South double duel Saturday, April 15 with Nazareth and the host in Darien.
