Starting January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in Illinois will increase from $13 to $14 per hour. Additionally, tipped employees will witness a 60-cent increase, bringing their minimum wage up to $8.40. Furthermore, workers under the age of 18, who work less than 650 hours during the calendar year, will experience a raise from $10.50…
As the holiday season approaches, Americans are preparing to embark on long-awaited journeys to be reunited with loved ones, marking a significant milestone in our nation’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. With airports witnessing unprecedented activity and roads experiencing congestion reminiscent of pre-lockdown times, this year’s holiday travel is poised to break records. According to…
The holiday season is typically seen as a time of joy and merriment; of family and friends gathering and celebrating together. However, many have begun to have honest conversations about the darker side of “the most wonderful time of year.” For many with mental illness, or those who have family and loved ones who face…
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of their half-gallon Holiday Nog due to a potential undeclared egg allergen. The specific product number to watch out for is 7631005049/21-65, with a code date of 12/19/2023. This recall applies to Holiday Nog that was sold between December 4th and December 6th of this year….
In a heartwarming display of compassion and community support, FXI, a local manufacturing company specializing in sleep and comfort solutions, has made a significant donation to aid the families impacted by a devastating fire that ravaged the Main Park Apartment complex on November 30th. Recognizing the urgent need for assistance, FXI stepped forward to provide…
At their regularly scheduled meeting last night, the board of education of District 94 (West Chicago Community High School) publicly recognized and commended West Chicago football player, Vincent Muci. Muci was named to the all-state football team. In addition to the All-State team, Muci was also named to the Upstate Eight Conference Team, The Shrine…
Another sweep by the Lady Wildcats! The junior varsity girl’s basketball team of West Chicago Community High School beat Elgin High School’s junior varsity team with a score of 41-25. Notable scorers were Ari Evans with 19 points and Q Williams with 10 points. Following the Junior Varsity win, the Wildcat’s Varsity team won 41-32…
Mary Lou Bonnema, age 81 of Carol Stream and formerly Merrionette Park, IL, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023. Beloved wife of the late William; loving mother of Stephen (Margaret) Bonnema, Sharon Zolner (Mark Schneider), Susan Coats, William (Jennifer) Bonnema and David Bonnema; cherished daughter of Frank and Louise Casto; proud grandmother of Eric…
