Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse October 14
A “ring of fire” solar eclipse across the Americas on October 14 is this month’s top highlight . Plus the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus strike some lovely poses for…
Month: October 2023
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David L. Holderman Obituary
David L. Holderman, age 65, of Hinckley, IL, passed away on October 7, 2023. Visitation Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Norris-Segert Funeral Home and…
WeGo Wildcats Softball Meeting
West Chicago Community High School Softball is hosting a meeting to meet up and talk off season preparation and get to know some new coaches. Date: Tuesday, October 10 Time:7:15…
Saving At The Register: This Week’s Deals October 4-10 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…
Emergency Training At Airport This Weekend
Reminder: It’s going to be a busy weekend at the DuPage Airport. There will be a multi-jurisdiction training event to include the West Chicago Fire Protection District, West Chicago Police…
Annual Cantigny Fall Festival Expands
Cantigny is hosting a fall festival weekend Dates and Times: Friday, October 13: 4 – 11 pm Saturday, October 14: 10 am – 11 pm (market and kids’ activities end…
Anderson Humane October Happenings
Anderson Humane is partnering with Brilliance Subaru Elgin to find loving families for homeless cats and dogs. Come see the 75+ animals available for adoption. Save the date for: The…
2023 Sidewalk & Curb Maintenance Program Begins Oct. 9
The City of West Chicago’s 2023 Sidewalk and Curb Maintenance Program is anticipated to begin on Monday, October 9, and is anticipated to be completed by November 2023, weather dependent….
This Week’s Adoptable Adorable Pet Of The Week- Meet Stromboli
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….
Lions and Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast Information
West Chicago Lion’s and Rotary Clubs are bringing back the Pancake Breakfast Sunday, October 15th, 2023. Hours are 8am to Noon Location: the West Chicago Community High School, Enter Door…
Leman Middle School Sixth Graders Visit West Chicago Public Library
Leman Middle School sixth graders took a walking adventure to the West Chicago Public Library District last week. The students used compasses to navigate the correct route to the library…
Slice Spot has New Owners But Same Recipes: Allan Gilbert is Invested in the West Chicago Community As He Takes On Another WeGo Business Venture
Local West Chicago resident, Allan Gilbert owner of the Bunker Bar and Grill has expanded his business presence even further into West Chicago by buying a second business, the Slice…
Redefining Success :Apprenticeships and Job Training: A Bright Future for High School Students
In recent years, a notable trend has emerged in high schools across the country, as they increasingly emphasize apprenticeships and job training as viable alternatives to the traditional college pathway….
ComEd Tree Trimming to Continue through October
ComEd will continue regular vegetation management in West Chicago’s transmission corridor areas through the month of October. These corridors are specific geographic zones where one or more high-voltage electric transmission…
New Ordinance Requires Pet Leashes; Substantial Fines for Owners of Aggressive Animals
On September 18, in response to a rising number of occurrences of dogs roaming without a leash and an increase in dog-related biting incidents, the West Chicago City Council adopted…
It’s Apple Picking Time: Enjoy A New Fall Family Tradition
Exploring the Bountiful Harvest at Windy Acres Farm: A Perfect Day of Apple Picking Nestled in the charming, nearby town of Geneva, lies Windy Acres Farm – a picturesque orchard…
New Playground At DuPage Family Center
Dupage County judge Kenneth Popejoy, Dupage County Chair Deborah Conroy and DuPage County Board Members Cut a Ribbon For the newly installed playground at The DuPage County Family Center in…
Emergency Training Exercises Slated For October 7
Don’t be alarmed if you hear sirens and see many emergency personnel and vehicles at the DuPage County airport on Saturday, October 7. Partnering with West Chicago Fire Protection District,…
New Stop Sign : Church and Wood Streets
The intersection of Church and Wood Street has an updated traffic pattern. A stop sign has been added on Wood Street for northbound traffic and newly marked crosswalks have been…
The Three Fires Council and Scouting: Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders
For over a century, Scouting programs have nurtured the values encapsulated in the Scout Oath and Scout Law among young minds. Today, these principles remain as pertinent as they were…
Illinois Pollution Control Board Hearing Re-Cap Regarding 2nd LRS Waste Transfer Site
“I’m shaking, you guys!” she exclaimed after she walked away from the podium with papers in hand. If I had to guess, I’d not think she was shaking or nervous…
Virginia E. Tobin Obituary
Virginia Eileen Tobin, 77, of Winfield Illinois, passed away on September 29, 2023 after a sudden illness. She was surrounded by her three loving daughters while she passed peacefully to…
High School Inducts National Honor Society Members
On September 24, West Chicago Community High School (WCCHS) inducted several exceptional individuals into the National Honor Society. These students, including Xa D. Correa, Jose Cruz, Simran Dave, Kevin Dorl,…
Gallery 200 Artoberfest Details Announced
ARTOBERFEST at Gallery 200 is a celebration of the creativity Autumn Colors inspire. The public is invited to join the artists at the opening reception. Refreshments will be served. The…