Naperville Men’s Amateur golf Champion
Brandon Burggraf from Geneva holds his Naperville Men’s Amateur Champion award July 18-19.
Plano Methodist Church members get a visit from missionaries in Thailand
Members from the Plano Methodist Church enjoy a visit from Mao Her and Nhia Whan Her, who are missionaries in Thailand.
Kiwanis Club of Aurora Charity Pickleball Tournament
Winners of the men’s division stand on the podiums at the Kiwanis Club of Aurora Charity Pickleball Tournament July 18, at Pickleball Kingdom – North Aurora.
Downers Grove North H.S. start of new football era
By Bobby Narang Downers Grove North High School is slated to start a new era this season. The last three seasons, all with quarterback Owen Lansu, included double-digit winning seasons highlighted by a second-place finish in 2023 in Class 7A. With Lansu at Minnesota, the Trojans are entering a new
CASA Golf for a Child Invitational Aug. 24
The 23rd Annual Golf for a Child Invitational in support of CASA Kane County Monday, Aug. 24 at the St. Charles Country Club, 1250 Country Club Road, St. Charles. The exciting event brings together community leaders, supporters, and golf enthusiasts for a memorable day on the greens and delicious food.
Pet of the Week: Cocoa: Old girl, still has plenty of pep
Cocoa is a female Labrador Retriever who is 12 years old. Despite her age, Cocoa still has a serious pep in her step — and plenty of strength to keep up on short adventures! Cocoa is currently learning leash manners since she’s a strong girl who sometimes struggles to contain
Hanson helps secure $682K funding for 12 local libraries
State representative, Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, helped secure more than $682,000 in the State budget for five public libraries and seven school libraries in the 83rd district. “Libraries remain a vital pillar of our community. They are not only hubs for reading and education, but also technology and innovation,” said Hanson.
Oil instability: Price increases, war, refining, cartels
From the vault, August 20, 2011 (revised): Got gas? Would you be willing to pay $5 (or more) per gallon for a tankful? The answer to both questions is “yes” (although the answer to question number two might be hard in coming out of your mouth, dear reader). A couple
Reader’s Commentary: Orwell wrote about totalitarianism/communism, not the U.S.
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Wayne Johnson announced to the readers of this publication he is doing a re-read of George Orwell’s classic Novel “1984.” Johnson does to this novel what subversives do to democratic societies, they turn them upside down. Johnson tells us the book has become a difficult read.
Under Trump, the buck stops nowhere, careless spending
By John & Nisha Whitehead Having burned through billions of dollars and depleted critical munitions stockpiles, the Pentagon is running out of money. Our money. According to the Washington Post, the Pentagon is facing an urgent budget shortfall caused largely by the Iran war, with some critical funding accounts expected
A Focus on History: July 30 through August 5
July 30 Two years after inserting “under God” into the pledge of allegiance, president Dwight D. Eisenhower signs a law officially declaring “In God We Trust” to be the Nation’s official motto, to replace E pluribus unum “Out of many, one,” used by the founding fathers – 1956. President Lyndon
Jessica Dixon Heitman appointed to ex-Rep. Benton’s seat
By Brenden MooreCapitol News Illinoisbmoore@capitolnewsillinois.com The Democratic Party chairs in Will and Kendall Counties chose Jessica Dixon Heitman Monday night to complete the term of former Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, and replace him on the November ballot. Benton resigned following an ethics investigation that found conduct described as unbecoming of
Summer sustenance solutions: Free summer meals for kids
Even in a community known for opportunity, hunger affects an estimated 64,000 Kane County residents at any given time. Throughout July, Kane County Connects is spotlighting the work of the Northern Illinois Food Bank and its partners as they fight hunger and expand access to nutritious food across Kane County.
Oswego pastor to retire from Good Shepherd Methodist
Rev. Steve Good, pastor at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Oswego, was honored at a retirement luncheon Wednesday, July 15. Good Shepherd United Methodist Men held the event at Taco Dale Cantina in Oswego. After 39 years as an ordained United Methodist minister, including 10 years as pastor of
Permanent Daylight Savings Time or Tulsa Time?
By Dr. Glenn Mollette We have been seeing and hearing news about the possibility of permanent Daylight Savings Time (DST). Will this work better for you? There is a song called “Tulsa Time”. In the song, Don Williams sings about living on Tulsa Time. When he arrived in California, nobody
Senior volunteers: Help others and themselves
By Bonnie HiltonNaperville Senior Task Force member Seniors are making a much-needed impact in the volunteer community. Many older adults are leaving the workplace with years of knowledge, experience, and an unmatched work ethic. Those who are willing to share their time and talents as they connect with others are
Illinois farmers market seniors program
With farmers market season underway across Illinois, low-income older adults may be able to get help buying fresh, local produce. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), administered jointly by the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), offers income-eligible older adults benefits in
Passing of Rev. Latimore, Aurora Advent
Reverend Kenny Latimore, 67, of Garner, N.C., former pastor of the Aurora Advent Christian Church, died Saturday, July 11, in Garner. Pastor Latimore served in Aurora for about 20 years. Survivors include his wife, Kim, and sons Kelly and Keith. He passed on due to a glioblastoma tumor. —Al Benson
American Legion Post 84 meeting Aug. 8
The next Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 monthly meeting will be Saturday, Aug. 8, at 8 a.m. 1677 Montgomery Road, Suite #106-108, Aurora. Participation helps keep our Post strong, and we welcome both familiar and new faces. Whether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, we look