Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced that investment earnings on the state portfolio are up more than 11% as state government faces tough budgeting decisions this spring. Investment earnings stand at $803.8 billion for the first six months of Fiscal Year 2025, up from $723.2 billion the first six months of Fiscal Year 2024….
Come enjoy with your family a special time at the Kermes! Date: This Sat. Feb. 22. ( 12:00 to 6:00 pm) Details: There will be foods, games, raffles and Soccer Tournament for all ages at West Chicago Community High School. You can meet candidates in West Chicago’s primary election. Candidates In Attendance Will Be: Daniel…
Asmall fire broke out on Thursday in a large Victorian house at the corner of Grandlake, and Belleview, prompting a swift response from the West Chicago Fire Department. According to Deputy Chief, the fire was caused by plumbing work on the second floor of the historic residence. Fire crews quickly extinguished the flames and conducted…
The City of West Chicago, Illinois will accept sealed bid proposals for the WELL NO. 8 PUMP STATION REHABILITATION project at the City of West Chicago, Illinois, until 11:00 AM local time on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The sealed bids will be accepted and…
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced that investment earnings on the state portfolio are up more than 11% as state government faces tough budgeting decisions this spring. Investment earnings stand at $803.8 billion for the first six months of Fiscal Year 2025, up from $723.2 billion the first six months of Fiscal Year 2024….
Come enjoy with your family a special time at the Kermes! Date: This Sat. Feb. 22. ( 12:00 to 6:00 pm) Details: There will be foods, games, raffles and Soccer Tournament for all ages at West Chicago Community High School. You can meet candidates in West Chicago’s primary election. Candidates In Attendance Will Be: Daniel…
Asmall fire broke out on Thursday in a large Victorian house at the corner of Grandlake, and Belleview, prompting a swift response from the West Chicago Fire Department. According to Deputy Chief, the fire was caused by plumbing work on the second floor of the historic residence. Fire crews quickly extinguished the flames and conducted…
The City of West Chicago, Illinois will accept sealed bid proposals for the WELL NO. 8 PUMP STATION REHABILITATION project at the City of West Chicago, Illinois, until 11:00 AM local time on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The sealed bids will be accepted and…
The Board of Education of Community High School District 94, DuPage County, Illinois, hereby gives notice that we are requesting sealed Bids for Athletic Trainer Services for school years 2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2027-2028 for Community High School District 94. Revised for corrected bid submission and clarification on compensation and attendance on page 11. Sealed Bids…
Ma. De Los Angeles “Angelita” Guzman, 70 años, fallecido el 13 de Febrero de 2025. Velorio Sabado, 22 de Febrero de 2025 – 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Calle Fremont (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) West Chicago. Entierro en Araro, Michoacan, Mexico…
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced today that a West Chicago man charged with crashing into a vehicle head-on killing a man and seriously injuring his wife has been sentenced to ten years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Jaime Damian, 22 (d.o.b. 5/23/2002) appeared in Court this afternoon where he entered an agreed…
DuPage County, IL – The DuPage Foundation has awarded $100,000 in grants to 10 local nonprofits as part of the inaugural cycle of its Capacity Building Grant Program. This initiative, launched last fall, is designed to help nonprofit organizations strengthen their internal operations and promote long-term sustainability. The grants will support a variety of enhancements,…
The City of West Chicago has announced a call for bids for the Well No. 8 Pump Station Rehabilitation Project, an infrastructure improvement aimed at enhancing the city’s water distribution system. The project will involve significant upgrades to the existing pump station, including the installation of new booster pumps, a natural gas generator, and various…
West Chicago, IL – The American Red Cross, in partnership with local fire departments, volunteers, and sponsors like State Farm and FEMA, is hosting a free smoke alarm installation event for residents of West Chicago on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This initiative is part of the “Sound the Alarm”…
The City of West Chicago has opened the bidding process for its 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at improving streets, sidewalks, and sewer systems throughout the city. The project, funded through the Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) program, includes road resurfacing, manhole and sewer repairs, and concrete work across multiple subdivisions. The…
West Chicago, IL — Soccer enthusiasts in West Chicago are gearing up for an exciting event as West Chicago Community High School hosts a 3V3 Soccer Tournament on Saturday, February 22. This action-packed fundraiser will bring together athletes from middle school, high school, and adult divisions to compete for awards and cash prizes. The tournament…
All You Can Eat Fish Fry is making a splash at Prairie landing Golf Club every Friday from March 7 through April 18. Swim over to McChesney’s Pub & Grill anytime between 11:00 AM and 8:00 PM for a bottomless fish feast that’ll have you hooked! Don’t miss out— your taste buds will thank you!…
Linda O. Fisher born as Linda Ann Owczarzak, age 72, of West Chicago IL, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025 after bravely facing a long and challenging journey with Alzheimer’s. She was born on October 31, 1952 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Robert and Mary Jo Owczarzak. Linda was a proud graduate of…
At approximately 1230 hrs on February 18, 2025, West Chicago Fire Protection District personnel were dispatched to a reported structure fire in 100 block of East Blair Street. While responding, Ducomm advised that an occupant was on the home’s roof. Upon arrival, personnel encountered a small fire on the second floor with an occupant out…
West Chicago residents will have an opportunity to hear from local candidates at the upcoming Candidates Forum on Tuesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at West Chicago Community High School, 326 Joliet St., with attendees asked to enter through Door H. Hosted to inform voters ahead of the April municipal…
West Chicago, IL -St. Andrews Golf & Country Club, one of Chicagoland’s most historic and prestigious family-owned golf courses, is set to host a premier Cinco de Mayo celebration in 2025. The Cinco de Mayo Celebration Golf Outing, scheduled for May 5, 2025, will not only offer a day of top-tier golfing but also support…
2024-2025 Semester 1 Honor Roll (Semester Ending 12/20/2024) WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 326 JOLIET STREET, WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 High Honor Roll Criteria: Minimum GPA 5.000 or higher on a weighted scale. Must have attempted credits of 2.0 or more for the current semester and be scheduled for a minimum of 3 classes. No…
Polar Plunge plans are coming along nicely. Raffle prizes are coming in. Plungers are signing up. We just need you there to help make this the coolest plunge ever! The event , where police department personnel plunge into freezing cold water to raise money for Special Olympics of Illinois is slated for March 8 and…
Registration Closes Soon! Are you ready to roll for a great cause? Join us for the We Grow Dreams Bowl-A-Thon on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Parkside Lanes, 34W185 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL 60504 from 12 PM – 4 PM! This event promises a fantastic afternoon of bowling, prizes, and fun—all while supporting an incredible…
Josefina Serna (Solis), age 79, of West Chicago, passed away on February 10, 2025. She was born in Nueva Rosita, Coahuila, Mexico on March 18, 1945, to Martin and Soledad Solis. Josefina enjoyed a variety of music, dancing, shopping, eating out at restaurants and socializing. She especially loved spending time with her family and friends….
The West Chicago Voice has partnered with DuPage County Animal Services to connect readers looking to adopt a fur babe with a more than adorable, adoptable Pet of the Week. A dog, cat, or small animal available for adoption at the Dupage County-operated shelter will appear each Thursday. Meet Winona and Edward-This week’s Bonded Pet…
Family Fitness Nights are back! Join Healthy West Chicago Tonight, Thursday, February 13th at Casa Michoacán for a relaxing yoga class! This event is FREE and open to all West Chicago families, so don’t miss out on a fun and healthy evening together! 🧘♀️ ¡Las Noches de Bienestar Familiar están de regreso! Acompáñenos el jueves…
DuPage County on Tuesday celebrated 211 Day, recognizing the three-digit phone number that has helped assist residents for the last two years. The DuPage County Board voted Tuesday to proclaim Feb. 11, 2025, as 211 Day in DuPage County to endorse the value of the helpline to our community’s residents and to raise awareness about…
