Isidora O. Ruiz (Ortega), age 92, longtime resident of West Chicago, passed away on May 11, 2024. She was born in Runge, Texas on April 4, 1932, to Cristino and Maria Luisa Ortega. Isidora was united in marriage in February 1956 to the late Francisco Ruiz. She loved watching wrestling, exploring garage sales, cutting hair and…
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 Walgreens, Jewel, Aldi, and Dollar General. Her lists and links for coupons will help you stretch your shopping dollars and keep your money local as…
The 18th Judicial Circuit Court is accepting applications for the position of: Local Council Coordinator (Part-time, hours vary per week based on project demands) Starting Salary: $35.00 per hour This is an Independent Contractor position which is funded by a grant from the Illinois Family Violence Coordinating Council. Position offers some flexible working hours and…
State Treasurer Michael Frerichs, UIC sponsored Illinois Personal Finance Challenge A team of students from Community High School in West Chicago is headed to the National Personal Finance Challenge in Cleveland on May 19-20 after winning a state competition sponsored by the University of Illinois Chicago’s Center for Economic Education and Illinois State Treasurer Michael…
Cantigny Spring Fest happens this weekend: Saturday , May 18, 10 am – 4 pm Admission: $12 (Free for ages 15 and under!) Admission plus Terrarium Bar: $40 Admission plus Backstage Pass: $50 Address: 1S115 Winfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189-3353, United States Parking $5 per car Celebrate the season with Spring Fest at Cantigny! Enjoy…
Defendant currently facing Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon charges out of Cook County. DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres announced today that Judge Brian Jacobs granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Cook County man who was allegedly found…
Blooming Fest is the official welcoming committee of spring, and is held outdoors in the downtown area of West Chicago. Gardening enthusiasts, craft lovers, and everyone else, are welcome to come explore the historic downtown area of WeGo while viewing a variety of plants, crafts, jewelry, and other goods from event vendors. Apart from the…
West Chicago Police Officers started off their morning with some little ducklings that fell into a storm drain today. Thankfully some concerned neighbors got together and saved 7 of them. One little stubborn duckling was rescued by Officer Frommert. They were then reunited with Mama Duck. This is truly what makes our community so special….
