Main Park Apartments Gets New Playground
Last December, over ten families were displaced after a structure fire tore through a multi-level building at the Main Park Apartments in West Chicago. Ten days before the Christmas holidays,…
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Leman Middle School: School Starts August 31
Deans at Leman Middle School prepare to welcome students on August 31st as school officially begins . Go Chargers! We’re all wishing you a great year ahead. Los decanos de…
West Chicago Food Fest A Huge Success
Today’s Food Fest in downtown West Chicago was a huge success. Over 20 vendors assembled to serve up such gastronomic delights such as Coconut Shrimp, Steak Tacos, Burgers, Pizza, Empanadas,…
Porcayo and Associates Celebrates Customer Appreciation Day
A cornerstone of the real estate community in West Chicago , Porcayo and Associates – located at 520 E. Main Street came out in force to show appreciation for their…
Timber Lake Apartments To Host DuPage County WIC Van
The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) CareVan will be at the Timber Lake Apartments at 1200 Kings Circle, West Chicago from 9:30am – 6pm on October 17th! Mark your calendar….
High Temps and Fur Babies
In honor of National Dog Day (Today, Saturday, August 26th), we wanted to make readers aware of how the heat can affect our pets. Naturally, we think of rising temps…
WCCHS Volleyball Team Gives Back
The West Chicago High School girls volleyball team started the season off BEFORE the first day of school giving back to those in need at Feed My Starving Children, packing…
Did you Celebrate National Waffle Day? It’s Not Too Late
Pass the Syrup! Today was National Waffle Day – who doesn’t love a yummy waffle to get the day started off right? Waffles are always a good idea, and if…
Tanker Truck Rolls Over in Nearby Winfield
Traffic in all directions was affected Thursday, August 24th when a tanker truck apparently rolled over in next door Winfield, Illinois. The intersection at Roosevelt Road (Route 38) and Winfield…
The West Chicago Voice : Bilingual Diversity
The West Chicago Voice is committed to being a publication for and by locals, although we, personally do not speak Spanish, we are committed to bringing the news to the…
Concours d’Elegance This Sunday in Geneva
Nearby event in Geneva this Sunday, August 27. After you fill up your belly at the West Chicago food fest on Saturday, take a leisurely stroll on over to next…
Street Closure For Food Fest This Saturday
If you are attending this weekend’s Food Festival, please be aware of the following street closures that will be in effect on Saturday, August 26 from 10 a.m. to 11:59…
Mary Alice Stark Obituary
Mary Alice Stark, age 63, passed away on Sunday August 20th. She was born May 13th, 1960 to the late Warren and Elaine (Dieter) Stark. She was one of 9…
Freezer Pops From Cops Event Cancelled Due To Heat : Freezer Pops del evento Cops cancelado debido al calor
A freezer pop tastes good on a hot day, but today is going to be TOO hot. West Chicago is under an Excessive Heat Warning until 9pm tomorrow where we…
Northern Illinois Mobile Markets Announced – Se anuncian los mercados móviles del norte de Illinois
The Northern Illinois Food Bank will be hosting a mobile market for DuPage County this Saturday, August 26th. It will be held at Churchville Middle School in Elmhurst-155 Victory Pkwy,…
Local History: Tales Tombstones Tell Date Set
Save the Date! On Friday, October 6th, the City Museum will present the 34th annual Tales Tombstones Tell at Oakwood Cemetery, located at York Street and Oakwood Avenue. Tours begin…
Food Fest Vendors Announced
The West Chicago Food fest is shaping up to be quite the event! Nearly two dozen vendors will be presenting tasty treats for an eclectic mix. The following vendors will…
National Cinema Day, This Sunday August 27, $4 movie tickets
Yes, the West Chicago Voice is laser-focused upon West Chicago but to think that life here exists in a bubble and none of us ever go outside of our hometown’s…
Letters to the Editor
The West Chicago Voice newspaper is pleased to announce its invitation for readers to submit letters to the editor, providing them with a platform to express their views on various…
Friday Night Lights Season: Football In West Chicago
The football season for West Chicago Community High School is about to officially kick off, literally! Who doesn’t love a good Friday night lights experience in our local hometown? The…
Healthy West Chicago Is Sending Residents On A Wild Goose Chase
Healthy West Chicago is a collaboration of community leaders in local government, education, healthcare, social services, faith-based congregations, businesses, and non-profit organizations who have organized to increase nutrition and physical…
Healthy West Chicago’s 5K New Date
Healthy West Chicago will host its annual 5K on Saturday, September 23, and has announced a discounted registration fee for the month of August. Visit the City’s website for more…
Combatting Local Food Insecurity
Community Partners Hosting Food Drive through September Community organizations are hosting a food drive inspired by the “Warhol” art exhibit through Sunday, September 10 to support residents facing food insecurity….
Stay Cool, Wildcats! Outdoor Sports and Excessive Heat
In light of the recent heat advisories, the Athletic Department at West Chicago Community High School has shared helpful information from the Illinois High School Association. Across the state, athletic…