Finding Unclaimed Money: Help Locating Money You’re Owed
What if it really IS all about the Benjamins? (1997 song by Puff Daddy & The Family) Even if it’s not, after reading this news story you may just find…
Month: September 2023
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Wayne and Winfield Area Youth Services WAYS Fundraiser Details Announced
Save the Date for the “Eat Out to Help Out” upcoming fundraiser for Wayne and Winfield Area Youth Services. When you dine at The Village Tavern & Grill of Carol…
Operation Snowball Peer Leader Search Underway at WCCHS
West Chicago Community High School is seeking students interested in leadership positions for Operation Snowball. To apply to be a leader for this important program, fill out this form online….
Signs Of An Approaching Autumn
Scenes from around town in West Chicago that show glimpses of fall approaching. Due to the rain and warmer weather, we’ve had lately, experts are predicting the peak colors of…
Homecoming Parade Photo Gallery and Slideshow
It was a rousing parade filled with all kinds of clubs and organizations, staff, homecoming couple and their court, the marching band and even emergency vehicles from the City of…
Saving At The Register: This Week’s Deals September 27 – October 3 for Aldi and Jewel
Local resident, Kayla Niziolek of Killin’ It With Coupons has put together a list of great deals to save you money on groceries and personal care items for local retailers such as…
What Is Environmental Racism And Does It Apply To The West Chicago Community?
From the editor’s desk: An Op-Ed Article Understanding Environmental Structural Racism and its Impact on Communities The phrase, “Environmental Racism” has been tossed around in light of the battle between…
Coming Home For Homecoming : A Tradition For WeGo
Coming Home for Homecoming: A Heartwarming Tradition at West Chicago High School As the fall season takes hold and the cool breeze graces the streets of West Chicago, a special…
Leman Middle School To Host Book Fair
Lean Middle School will hold a book fair during their family literacy night. The fair will take place on Tuesday, October 3 between 6:00- 7:30. Students will have the opportunity…
Cat Adoption Fees Waived at DCAS
Now until the end of September, all of our teenaged kittens (aged 5-12 months) are FREE for our Coming Home promotion! It’s no fun growing up in a shelter –…
Road Closures Friday For Homecoming Parade
The following roads will be closed on Friday, September 29 from approximately 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. for the West Chicago Community High School Homecoming Parade. 🛑 Ann Street from…
Scarecrow Festival Weekend Is Coming To Nearby St. Charles
About The Event The 38th annual Scarecrow Weekend, presented by St. Charles Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, will be held October 6th-8th in downtown St. Charles, Illinois. 85+ handmade scarecrows…
This Week’s Adoptable Adorable Pet Of The Week- Meet Sweet Girl, Ivy!
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….
Illinois Community College Faculty Association Offering Scholarship Opportunity
The Illinois Community College Faculty Association (ICCFA) is pleased to announce the availability of up to seven (7) $1000 scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year. Applications must be postmarked by…
Concerns Rise as West Chicago Faces Potential Dumping Ground Status
Concerns Rise as West Chicago Faces Potential Dumping Ground Status There is growing concern in West Chicago as the city faces the possibility of becoming a dumping ground for neighboring…
Union Pacific Railroad Infrastructure Maintenance
On Sunday, September 24th, Union Pacific Railroad workers were engaged in routine maintenance at Wood and Washington Streets in West Chicago. According to railroad spokeswoman, Robynn Tysver, they are continuously…
Quinceañera Dress Event
Girls that are 14 years old and attend District 33 schools or District 94 (WCCHS) are invited to register for a private dress fitting on Saturday, September 30 between 10am-3pm…
Girl’s Volleyball Sweeps Elgin In Conference Win
ALL 5 levels of the West Chicago Community High School girl’s volleyball earned a conference win vs. Elgin on Tuesday, September 26. The evening ended with a stop at Chipotle…
DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy Presents Balanced Budget
DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy presented a balanced budget for the County Board’s consideration at its Sept. 26 meeting. “It is my pleasure to present a balanced, fiscally responsible…
Barbara A. Hughes Obituary
Barbara A. Hughes (nee Danda), age 79, passed away at her home on September 22, 2023. She was born on April 15, 1944, to Adolph and Luella Danda in Chicago….
Chicago Bears Host International Fan Of The Year Contest
The Chicago Bears, in partnership with the NFL, are proud to introduce for the first time the NFL International Fan of the Year contest for 2023. In collaboration with all…
Senior Night For Soccer Team + Tailgate
Senior Night will be celebrated by the Boy’s Soccer Team tomorrow. Come on out to support your WCCHS Seniors vs. Willowbrook. JV2 at 4:30 and Varsity at 6:30 p.m. There…
IHSA IL Golf Happening Today
Teams Teeing off in the @IHSA_IL –West Chicago Regional held at St. Andrews. Best of Luck to all the golfers
New Hope Church Born Out of Winfield Community UMC and First UMC of West Chicago
Join us for the celebration of New Hope United Methodist Church (UMC) on September 30, 2023 anytime between 12:00pm – 3:00pm. New Hope has been formed by combining the resources…