According to the DuPage County Health Department, there has been a continued increase in mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus within our region. Although it is beginning to feel like fall, the City encourages residents to continue to stay safe outdoors by protecting themselves from mosquito bites and the risk of contracting the…
There will be no football game tonight, as this week’s game was an away game against Fenton and it was played yesterday on the field of Triton College due to construction on Fenton’s home field. The Fresh/Sophmore team lost with a final score 28 Fenton Bison , West Chicago Wildcats 20 The Varsity team WON…
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Glen Ellyn Chief of Police Philip Norton announced today that bond has been set for a West Chicago man accused of causing an accident while intoxicated that seriously injured a pregnant woman. Steven Gayden, 28 (d.o.b. 12/29/1994) of the 29W400 block of Hawthorn Lane, appeared at a bond…
As the autumn breeze carries a hint of excitement, the surrounding community is eagerly anticipating the arrival of Oktoberfest, a celebration that brings together friends, family, and neighbors. This year several nearby burbs are hosting a series of festivities that showcase the rich cultural heritage and vibrant spirit of Bavaria. With a delightful mix of…
The autumnal equinox, also known as the astronomical beginning of fall, will take place on September 23rd this year. According to a post from the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the autumnal equinox marks the official start of autumn or fall. Following this celestial occurrence, the days progressively become shorter than the nights, resulting in later sunrises…
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 Walgreens, Jewel, Aldi, and Dollar General. Her lists and links for coupons will help you stretch your shopping dollars and keep your money local as…
The National Anthem and WCCHS School Song was performed by members of the Benjamin Middle School band, Leman Middle School and Winfield Middle School band alongside the We-Go High School marching band on Friday, September 9th at the Football Game against the Glenbard East Rams. The West Chicago football cheerleaders and dance team performed during…
The West Chicago Community High School girls’ volleyball team hosted and provided the opportunity for the Leman Middle School girls’ volleyball team to play in the first-ever “Middle School Volleyball Night”. A good time was had by all and the middle schoolers appreciated the opportunity.
We are down to the last week of the Pride Gas Station’s Spirit Pump Campaigns for West Chicago Community High School Fill up at this WeGo Pride pump to help our own WCCHS students, Visit the The PRIDE store on the NW Corner of North Ave and Route 59 and a portion of all proceeds…
Sharlene S. Anderson, age 76 of West Chicago, passed away on September 12, 2023. Beloved wife of 42 years to Richard J. Anderson; loving mother of Donnie (Holly) Soper and Donna Lyn (Bruce) Bruzzini; cherished daughter of the late John Papilli and Evelyn Kauffman; fond grandmother of Alex and Lindsey; dear great-grandmother of one; sister…
We had an absolutely shell-tastic time watching the new 2023 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie at Classic Theaters Charlestowne 18 in St. Charles. Not only were we thrilled to catch this highly anticipated film, but we also got to experience it on their awesome bargain movie day, Tuesday where all tickets, regardless of the show…
