New Feature: Ask Alice Advice Column- Ask Her About Anything
Welcome to Ask Alice, the trusted advice column where you can find answers to life’s dilemmas, big or small. Named after the remarkable Alice Tatge, (my Grandmother) who served as…
Month: January 2024
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Obituaries and The West Chicago Voice
Dear West Chicago Voice community, We wanted to take a moment to address an important aspect of our publication that sets us apart. At the West Chicago Voice newspaper, we…
Update: Pre-Trial Release Denied for Naperville Woman Accused of Stabbing Two Young Girls While Babysitting
DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and Lisle Chief of Police Kevin Licko announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s Motion to deny pre-trial release for a Naperville…
Snow Shoveling Safety Tips
Dupage County Board Member (West Chicago’s district 6 representative ) Greg Schwarze recently shared this information to his constituents: Shoveling snow kills over 100 people every year. Heavy, wet snow…
Boys Co-Op Swimming Update
A very delayed congratulations to the boys on finishing fourth in a tough College Events Invite this past weekend at Hinsdale South. The only teams that beat us were Hinsdale…
Angela M. Tworek Obituary
Angela M. Tworek, age 73, of West Chicago, Illinois passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 8, 1950. She was married to…
Florida Man Charged With Killing His Half-Brother on Christmas Day
DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick announced recently that a Florida man is charged with murdering his half-brother on Christmas day. Kendall Yarborough, 28…
2024 Event Dates For DuKane ABATE Announced
DuKane Abate, A motocycle fellowship and advocacy group meets each week in West Chicago at the American Legion on Main Street. They have recently announced their schedule of events slated…
Saving At The Register: Dollar General and Walgreens January 7-13
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…
Two new firefighters/ paramedics Join West Chicago Fire Department
West Chicago Fire Protection District has welcomed two new members to their staff. Firefighters / Paramedics Jacob Rainey and William Watkins both join the department. We all welcome them to…
High School Softball Team Fundraiser at Wheaton Chipotle Tonight
West Chicago Community High School’s softball team will hold a fundraiser from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Chipotle- the branch is located at 2119 W. Roosevelt…
Angel David Davis Obituary
March 6, 1999 — January 4, 2024 Angel David Davis, age 23, passed away on January 4, 2024. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024 from 4 to…
Illinois State Senator Karina Villa Celebrates A Year in Office : Her Year In Review
Illinois State Senator, Karina Villa celebrates a year in office serving the citizens of the 25th district. The following information was shared by Villa’s office as she looks back on…
Park District To Host Job Fair
The West Chicago Park district is hiring! Join the team at the park district. They’re looking for… ✔️Lifeguards ✔️Deck Attendants ✔️Admissions Staff ✔️Swim Instructors ✔️Summer Camp Counselors ✔️Before and After…
Fire Department Program Enables First Responders to Immediately Access Senior Residences in Emergency Situations
Fire Department Program Enables First Responders to Immediately Access Senior Residences in Emergency Situations The West Chicago Fire Protection District offers a Key Box Program for seniors using the Knox…
Alma Roberts Obituary
Alma Roberts, a beacon of friendliness, creativity, and wisdom, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2023, in Geneva, IL. Born on May 20, 1934, in the quaint German village of…
Snow Means Sledding (and Tubing!)
Snow has finally covered the landscape in a blanket of white. With more in the forecast, the DuPage County Forest Preserve might get enough snow to operate the Blackwell Tubing…
Veterans Open House To Be Held At VFW Post 6791 in West Chicago
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – State Reps. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, and Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, are partnering to host an open house to showcase resources available to veterans in their communities….
It’s Going To Be a Blustery Week in West Chicago- Local Weather and Snow Forecast
West Chicago, IL- It’s Going To Be a Blustery Week in West Chicago- Here’s what the weather people are saying for our local weather forecast. The National Weather Service said…
Illinois DCFS Offers Post-Secondary Scholarships to Current and Former Youth in Care
DCFS Scholarship Program applications accepted until March 31 The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is currently accepting applications for the 2024 DCFS Scholarship Program. Through the program, a…
William Gatz Obituary
William “Bill” Gatz, 67, passed away on January 5, 2024. Loving father of Richard (Cynthia) Gatz and Andrew (Kerri) Gatz. Beloved grandfather of Caleb, Nolan and Drew Gatz. Dear…
Prairie Landing Hosts Frozen Craft Night
Prairie Landing Golf will host a Frozen Craft Night For the Kids. The event will take place on Saturday, January 27. Arrive at 3:00 pm, the movie will begin at…
Forest Preserve Programming: Events For January
The DuPage County Forest Preserve has robust programming for the month of January. Visit their website to learn more (by clicking here) Here are some calendar items you may be…
DuPage Senior Citizen Council Seeking Help
The Dupage Senior Citizen Council is seeking help. One of their main objectives is to deliver meals and provide other important services for seniors in need across DuPage County. Sometimes,…