December 2, 2025Dear editor; With the Thanksgiving holiday behind us, I am certain I speak for Americans everywhere who, like me, are gratified by the current beautification and renovation of the White House. With millions of people facing sky-rocketing costs for necessities at the end of this month, troubling issues
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members work together, year round, to bring about an awareness of diabetes, prediabetes and the dangers of uncontrolled blood sugar (glucose). In last week’s issue of The Voice, I shared with readers what the American Diabetes Association says about prediabetes. This
With the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) new $45 penalty set to catch travelers off guard starting February 1, 2026 Illinois secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is taking action to reduce the Time Tax by making it easier than ever for Illinois residents to get their REAL ID. “With costs rising
The 29th annual Cookie Walk will be held in the downstairs small dining room at the Plano Methodist Church, on the corners of Clark and Hale Streets, Saturday, Dec. 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.. Please enter the doors off the main parking lot in the education building and
Santa and Mrs. Claus will appear Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum, 53 N. Broadway. They will pose for photos and listen to the wish lists of children, adults, and families alike!The public is invited. Admission and
By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, This week we’re focusing on Galena Boulevard, the street formerly known as Main Street in Aurora, stretched across what is now part of the downtown area, until the 1960s. East Main Street started east of Stolp Avenue (Island Avenue), heading east, until it turned into
Representative Bill Foster (D-IL) fulfilled his pledge and donated the salary he received during the government shutdown to the Northern Illinois Food Bank, December 5. During the Republican shutdowns in 2013 and 2019, Rep. Foster also donated his pay to the food bank. “Even before the government shutdown, increasing grocery
Every year the World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. (W.A.T.C.H.) compiles a list of the most dangerous kiddy toys available for the upcoming Christmas season. The intention is to give diligent, concerned parents a purchasing guideline so they’ll be able to instruct Santa on which toys to bring that will
Aurora residents are invited to snap a photo of their festively decorated homes and submit it at https://www.aurora.il.us/Recreation-and-Amenities/Deck-The-Halls-Contest. Contest submissions ends Friday, Dec. 19. All submitted photos will be showcased on the city’s website and social media channels starting December 22, so the whole community can celebrate the magic of
Ingredients1 (16 ounce) package dry ziti pasta1 pound lean ground beef1 onion, chopped2 (28 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1/4 cup red wine4 cloves of garlic, minced6 ounces sliced provolone cheese6 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese1 1/2 cups sour cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water
At Christmastime, we talk of children being good,Behaving in a way we like to think they should.Convincing children to be good is like a bribe—By using Santa as a force, to then subscribe.Our satisfaction with this method is well known,It’s now traditional in that respect alone.But, strangely, nothing’s ever said
It was the celebration of the season December 6, when the Aurora Public Library Foundation held its annual Winter Gala. This event culminates the year’s philanthropy efforts, bringing community members together to celebrate meaningful connections, recognize exceptional individuals, and further support the Library’s mission through a charitable auction. This year
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in December. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. Tots and Toddlers, Monday, Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m.. Join us for
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Our young people, and even people in their 50s and older, don’t remember what the Cold War was about. It was between the USSR (Russia) and the United States. Americans. Those below the age of 40 don’t have a good understanding of who was involved in
By Bobby Narang Oswego High School had to wait a few extra days for a chance to win a Class 8A State championship. The Oswego Panthers and Mount Carmel had their state title game delayed five days after a snowstorm pushed the game to a new location and different date.
Thursday, Dec. 11Little TenSerena at IMSA, 7Upstate Eight EastElmwood Park at West Chicago, 7Glenbard East at Fenton, 7Upstate Eight WestBartlett at Elgin, 7Larkin at West Aurora, 7Streamwood at South Elgin, 7Non-conferenceEast Aurora at Ridgewood, 7 Friday, Dec. 12Catholic League Blue*DePaul at St. Francis, 7Catholic League WhiteIC Catholic at St. Rita,
Class 8A2025: Lincoln-Way East 12, Warren 02024: Loyola Academy 26, Lincoln-Way East 152023: Loyola Academy 13, Lincoln-Way East 32022: Lockport 24, Maine South 62021: Canceled due to COVID2020: Lincoln-Way East 12, Warren 0Class 7A2025: Chicago Mt. Carmel 55, Batavia 342024: Chicago Mt. Carmel 35, Downers Grove N. 102023: Chicago Mt.
Saturday, Dec. 6NCAA Division III playoffsNorth Central College 35, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 27NCAA Division I FCS playoffsIllinois State 29, North Dakota State 28NCAA Division III playoffsWheaton College 49, DePauw University 24 Saturday, Dec. 13NCAA Division III quarterfinal, noonBethel University vs. North Central CollegeNCAA Division III quarterfinal, 4 p.m.Illinois State
Saturday, Dec. 13Nebraska at Illinois, 3 p.m., PeacockJackson State at Northwestern, 1 p.m., BTNNorthern Illinois at Elon, noon, FloCollegeEvansville at Notre Dame, 1 p.m., ACC NetDePaul at Wichita State, 11 a.m., ESPNUIllinois State at Utah State, 4 p.m., Varsity NetNorth Central College at North Park University, 4:15 p.m.St. Francis Joliet
