This Week’s Adoptable Adorable Pet Of The Week- Meet Cucumber
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….
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Illinois : Top Pumpkin Producer In The US
If you’re making a pumpkin pie for the holidays, there’s an overwhelming chance that the pumpkins inside that can be grown and processed right here in Illinois, that’s because 85-90-%…
Trinity Lutheran Church Hosts Christmas Sale and Lunch
Get into the holiday spirit this Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church’s much anticipated holiday sale and luncheon. Mark your calendars for November 11, as this event promises to be a…
Edward “Eddie” Dane Bruce Obituary
Edward Dane “Eddie” Bruce, age 99 of West Chicago, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2023. Loving father of William (Karla) Bruce; proud grandfather of Logan (Taryn) Bruce and Lindsay…
Illinois Lottery and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs Launches Winter Riches Lottery Ticket
The Illinois Lottery and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) launched the 2023 Winter Riches Instant Ticket today, where 100 percent of its profits are directed to organizations supporting…
Saving At The Register: Dollar General and Walgreens November 5-11
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…
American Legion Post #300 Events and Happenings
Veteran’s Day Ceremony and Speaker: Residents are invited to attend a ceremony in honor of Veteran’s Day on November 11th at 10:30 Am. The ceremony will take place at the…
Police Department News
Police Department News Police Training Exercises: The West Chicago Police Department will continue training on High Street through November 9th between the hours of 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Residents should not…
Fermilab’s New Superconducting Quantum Materials and System Centers Garage
The lab will further advance Illinois’ standing as a global quantum leader Today, Governor Pritzker joined international dignitaries and ambassadors, leaders at the Department of Energy and local universities, and…
Residents Rally in Support of Local Couple’s Geodesic Dome Greenhouse Project
In a show of solidarity, residents of West Chicago came together to support Dan and Jody Bovey, a bilingual pastor and local public school teacher (Gary School) who have been…
Fox Valley Ballet To Present Nutcracker Ballet
The Fox Valley Nutcracker Presented by: Fox Valley Ballet Fox Valley Ballet is very proud to present The Fox Valley Nutcracker, a Fox Valley holiday tradition that showcases students and…
Wheaton Academy Warriors Football Advances To Quarter Finals
Wheaton Academy football has made history and advanced to the State Quarterfinals. They will have the opportunity to host a third-round playoff game this Friday night at 7 p.m. against…
Facelift Coming Soon To A Water Tower Near You
A water tower serves as a community’s calling card. It’s a beacon to people approaching that they are now entering a new municipality. It can be seen for miles around….
West Chicago Co-Op Girls Swim Team Wildcats Win Sectionals For The First Time In Thirty-One Years
What a Time To Be a Wildcat! It’s been said multiple times by the West Chicago Voice, but we’ll say it again, this year has been an incredible year athletically…
Maria Rosario Barrera Munoz Obituary
María Rosario Barrera Muñoz María Rosario Barrera Muñoz, age 76, passed away on November 4, 2023. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023 at St. Mary’s Church,…
Fall Baking Series: Apple Pie Cookie Bites
Welcome to the West Chicago Voice’s Fall Baking Series. In this edition, we bring you a delightful recipe for Apple Pie Bite Cookies. As the autumn leaves turn golden and…
Arturo Recendez Obituary
Arturo Recendez, age 65 of West Chicago, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Beloved husband of Maria; loving father of Jonathan (Rosalba), Alberto (Nancy), Arturo (Mariel) and Alejandro (Rocio);…
DuPage County Animal Shelter At Critical Capacity As Construction Begins on New Facility
An urgent call was put out by DuPage Country Animal Services last week stating that the shelter is at critical capacity just as construction of their new facility got underway…
West Chicago Parks Foundation Hosts 3rd Annual Fall Food Drive
The West Chicago Parks Foundation has been an integral part of the Wego community, consistently lending a helping hand to various organizations. With a strong commitment to the community’s well-being,…
Gary Elementary and Benjamin Middle Schools in Top 10% Statewide
The Illinois State Board of Education’s (ISBE) report card reporting system is the state’s official source for information about public schools across Illinois. The report card system provides families, educators,…
School Sports Corner Help Wanted
The West Chicago Voice is an independent, family-owned, digital newspaper with a focus on West Chicago. So far, we’re 100% volunteer and our time is stretched thin. We’d like to…
We Grow Dreams Prepares For Holiday Season
We Grow Dreams is getting ready for a festive holiday season, and they hope that you can stop by the greenhouse to see the unique gift items, crafts, and holiday…
WeGo Community Theater Presents “Legally Blonde: The Musical” as Year-End Production
WeGo Community Theater Presents “Legally Blonde: The Musical” as Year-End Production Community Theater is a treasure. In a grand finale to their successful 2023 season, WeGo Community Theater is thrilled…
Happy Day of The Dead West Chicago! – Feliz día de los Muertos West Chicago!
The Day of the Dead (Spanish: el Día de Muertos or el Día de los Muertos) is a holiday traditionally celebrated on November 1 and 2, though other days, such…