High School basketball: East Aurora vs. West Aurora
West Aurora High School’s Amon Greene (21) dunks over East Aurora’s Jason Moore (14) January 9.
Aurora’s Waubonsie Valley honored for performance in Rome
By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch, and the City Council, honored an Aurora high school marching band that represented the City on the international stage, performing in Rome, Italy’s New Year’s Day Parade. The Waubonsie Valley High School Marching Warriors embarked on a Rome New Year’s Tour from
League of Women Voters registration event in St. Charles
The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County (lwvckcil.com) today announced that the organization is partnering with the St. Charles Public Library to host a Voter Registration event in the Huntley Community Room at the library Sunday, Jan. 25, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.. Certified Deputy Registrars from
Kane County coordinated paratransit program
The longtime Ride in Kane Program has transitioned to a new, countywide Coordinated Ride model, to make it easier for riders to register, schedule trips and access transportation. The enhanced program features one system, one set of rules and the same travel destinations for all eligible residents across Kane County.
Lead service water lines in Aurora
The City of Aurora’s Water Production Division has discovered elevated levels of lead in drinking water in some homes. Between July 2025 and December 2025, the City of Aurora’s Water Production Division collected 100 samples of water and analyzed them for lead. More than 10% of the samples collected exceeded
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s “Meet & Greet”, January 17, at Legacy Nutrition & Fitness, in Aurora; Diabetes Club members set dates for two annual fundraisers
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s January “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, Jan. 17, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Legacy Nutrition & Fitness, 77 S. River Street, in downtown Aurora. Legacy
Community Foundation scholarships
Fox Valley residents in search of support to attend college, graduate school, or trade school, can apply to the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley’s Scholarship Program for the 2026-2027 school year. The deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m.. Apply online at cffrv.org. The Community Foundation’s Scholarship
Aurora to celebrate second annual Restaurant Week
The City of Aurora is gearing up to celebrate its second annual Aurora Restaurant Week, from January 20 through February 3. The event, which will showcase Aurora’s rapidly growing and diverse culinary scene, offers both residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy exclusive discounts and prix-fixe menus at participating restaurants
Hollywood Casino Aurora job fair Jan. 17
Open positions for experienced and non-experienced dealers and shift managers Join Hollywood Casino Aurora will have a job fair from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17 for individuals (21+) at Hollywood Casino Aurora’s Training Room, 49 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Open positions are
State Rep. Kifowit condemns Minnesota ICE shooting
State representative Stephanie Kifowit issued the following statement condemning the fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen in Minnesota by ICE officers this week, calling the incident a profound failure of accountability and a moment that demands national action. “Whether you serve in the military or in law enforcement, the training
Foster on Trump’s ‘investigation’ of Fed
Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL), ranking member of the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Financial Institutions, issued the following statement: “Without a stable, responsible, and independent monetary policy, the United States risks losing the primacy of the U.S. dollar and becoming uninvestable. (Donald) Trump’s politically-driven ‘investigation’ of the Federal Reserve is
Fourth annual Early Childhood Resource Fair at APLD
Families want the best for their young children, and we’re fortunate to live in a community with so many resources that support early learning. But navigating and accessing those resources can be overwhelming, especially for new and expectant parents. Thankfully, the Aurora Public Library District brings it all together in
West Aurora High School Athletic Hall Of Fame inductees
The West Aurora High School Athletic Department and the Blackhawk Sports Boosters will host the West Aurora High School Athletic Hall of Fame Reception and Induction Saturday, Jan. 17. The event will begin at 3 p.m. in the Veterans Fieldhouse, followed by the induction ceremony in the Main Gym at
Polar-Paloozam nature-inspired games and winter fun
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County invites residents to embrace winter fun at Polar-Palooza, a nature-inspired, arcade-style event, Saturday, Jan. 17, from noon to 3 p.m. at Creek Bend Nature Center in St. Charles. Designed for all ages, Polar-Palooza features a mix of hands-on games, interactive learning stations, and
Recipe of the Week: Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1/4-inch thick strips1 tablespoon butter1/2 medium onion, sliced or diced8 ounces sliced mushrooms2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup white wine2 cups beef broth, divided3/4 cup sour cream1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives Directions1. Season beef generously with salt
Yorkville Library youth events
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in January. 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. 3D Printing, Saturday, Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m.. A 15-minute appointment is
Poem: Buchenwald
You may not be a Jew, and so the HolocaustMeans next to nothing in your mind—the human cost.In your mind, they had to have done something to bringThis all about, which would explain most everything.And, since you were not, are not, personally involvedYou won’t concern yourself in seeing it resolved.When
York boys basketball tough start into strong season
By Bobby Narang Back in late December, the York High School boys basketball team hit a snag. The York Dukes opened up the 51st Annual Jack Tosh Holiday Classic by losing on a buzzer beater to Batavia in the first round. By falling into the consolation bracket, the Dukes battled
Boys high school basketball schedule Jan. 15-19; results Jan. 6-12
Thursday, Jan. 15Southwest Prairie EastJoliet West at Joliet Central, 6:30Non-conferenceHarvest-Westminster at St. Edward, 7:30Willowbrook at St. Charles East, 6:30 Friday, Jan. 16Catholic League Blue*St. Francis at St. Ignatius, 7Catholic League White*Montini at Marmion, 7St. Francis de Sales at IC Catholic, 7:30St. Rita at Aurora Central, 7Chicagoland ChristianAurora Christian at Wheaton
