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Bomb threat at Aurora Public Library

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At approximately 2:41 p.m. September 12, officers were dispatched to Aurora Public Library District branches after a bomb threat was received through an online source. An evacuation was ordered at all three branches as a precautionary measure while officers investigated. A physical search of each location was conducted, and no...

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100th birthday for Aurora’s Lettie Baker

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It was a special celebration in Aurora for a budding centenarian! Lettie Baker turned 100 years old September 9! Born September 9, 1923, in Tennessee, Lettie moved to Aurora 70 years ago. Her children, niece, and approximately two dozen friends at The Pearl of Orchard Valley, gathered to celebrate her...

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Aurora firefighters 9/11 plaques

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From left, Aurora Fire Battalion Chief Will Torres, Aurora Fire Battalion Chief Randy Leek and Aurora Fire Division Chief Jason Demas on Monday receive special plaques for their service in New York City immediately following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

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City of Aurora Document Shredding Event September 16

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City of Aurora, Wards 8, 9, & 10 and all DuPage County Residents are invited to a shred event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 16 at Fire Station #8, 3770 McCoy Drive, Aurora. A maximum of five banker boxes will be allowed per vehicle. For questions, please contact...

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Reader’s Voice: Kane seeks election integrity

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September 5, 2023Dear editor; Many question whether election totals reported by Illinois election authorities are always accurate. Errors can occur, and sometimes election contests are decided by only a handful of votes. However, in Illinois, independent audits of computerized election reports prepared by county clerks and election boards are not...

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Brandon Tolliver appointed alderman for Ward 7 in Aurora

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By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, announced Brandon Tolliver as his nominee for Ward 7 alderman at a special City Council meeting, Tuesday, Sept. 5. Born and raised on Aurora’s West Side, Tolliver attended West Aurora School District 129 from kindergarten through 12th grade, where he was graduated...

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Aurora Birthdays: 1 and 100 Sept. 14

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Aurora’s unique cross-generation birthday celebration returns after a multi-year hiatus. The City of Aurora government is celebrating our golden elders and some the youngest residents simultaneously at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue, Aurora. The one and 100 birthday celebration will bring...

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State officials in Aurora area receive awards

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Six elected officials of the 103rd Illinois General Assembly were honored this week for stalwart work in passing legislation that directly impacted the city of Aurora. Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin presented the Mayor’s Award of Excellence to the six legislators representing Aurora in the Illinois House of Representatives and the...

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Late Aurora Alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns’ legacy through new foundation

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The legacy and impact of the late Aurora Alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns will continue through a new foundation established in her memory. Managed by the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley, the Scheketa Hart-Burns Memorial Foundation was set-up by her widower, William Burns, and children to honor Scheketa Hart-Burns’ legacy...

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Down to three in Aurora

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And then there were three. Fourteen aspirants applied to fill the Aurora Ward 7 aldermanic seat left vacant due to the unexpected death of longtime alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns. City ordinance calls for mayor Richard Irvin to appoint the person who will complete the remaining term until the next general election...

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Little Shop of Horrors in Aurora

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Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, the Nation’s largest musical theater subscription house, will present the beloved, doo-wop R&B sensation Little Shop of Horrors, August 30-October 15. Opening night will be Friday, Sept. 8 at 8 p.m.. For tickets and information, visit paramountaurora.com, or call (630) 896-6666. Little Shop of Horrors is written...

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‘Tina’ de Chaud new to Aurora Downtown

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Aurora Downtown is excited to announce the hiring of its new executive director, Christina “Tina” de Chaud. Tina brings more than 20 years of business experience with her most recent positions being associate director, Client Operations at Baker McKenzie and previously SVP, manager of Worldwide Marketing and Resource Services at...

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Jordan Lesniak new Aurora Public Library District Foundation manager

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The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jordan Lesniak as its new Foundation manager. Lesniak will be responsible for leading the Foundation’s fundraising efforts, as well as developing and implementing events and initiatives that support the Library’s mission. I asked Jordan about where he...

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VNA Health Care host to panel

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A dozen local to national experts shared views on lowering health care costs at VNA Health Care Monday. VNA was host to the session at its Aurora headquarters. Linnea Windel, VNA executive director, moderated the gathering designed to highlight how the Inflation Reduction Act is lowering health care costs. National...

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Aurora Welcomes Eight New Stores to Fox Valley Mall

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Shoppers at Fox Valley Mall in Aurora now have eight new stores to visit. Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin joined new business owners and store managers to celebrate their new ventures with a joint ribbon-cutting ceremony. Following the group ceremony, a crowd of well-wishers visited each store with the mayor...

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Aurora City government to apply for Garfield Park grant

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By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council unanimously approved a Resolution authorizing the City government to apply for a $600,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for improvements at Garfield Park at the City Council meeting, Tuesday, Aug. 22. City government of Aurora documents show the City is...

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Family Focus will present ‘Roots Aurora’ Friday, Sept. 1

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The vibrant city of Aurora is set to come alive Friday, Sept. 1 when Family Focus proudly presents “Roots Aurora,” a free community block party celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our diverse community. The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the...

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