Whether you’re craving a slice of pizza, a classic burger, or gearing up for a football brunch, West Chicago has some enticing dining deals this week! With National Pizza Month in full swing and football season heating up, our local spots are serving up mouthwatering specials that you won’t want to miss. The Slice Spot…
UPDATE: Babysitter Found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity in Lisle Stabbing Case By Heather Niziolek, West Chicago Voice In an update to a case previously covered by the West Chicago Voice, Jennifer Kouchoukos, a Naperville babysitter charged with stabbing two young girls in Lisle last year, has been found not guilty by reason of…
From the Editor’s Desk Editorial by Heather Gray Niziolek Back in 1988, when I graduated high school, civic engagement wasn’t exactly top of mind for most of us. We were busy teasing our hair to new heights with Aquanet, rocking out to hair bands, and marveling at the newly launched MTV. “Rock the Vote” hadn’t…
Join us for our Guitarsc, Cigars, & Whiskey Fundraising Event coming up on October 12th. This fundraiser will feature 3 hours of open bar, delicious food, and great raffles! We will even have featured tastings of Further Bourbon & Rye, Further Tequila, and Resilient Bourbon! You will not want to miss this event. The first…
By Heather Niziolek, West Chicago Voice West Chicago Community High School is gearing up for a fairy-tale week with its highly anticipated Homecoming 2024, themed “Once Upon a Time.” The week-long celebration promises to be filled with spirit, excitement, and magical memories for students, staff, and the community. The festivities kick off on Monday, October…
Loane “Loie” Dierking, a lifelong resident of West Chicago and devoted member of Trinity Lutheran Church, passed away rather suddenly on October 8th, 2024, at Delnor Hospital in Geneva, Illinois. Her passing came two months after a fall that resulted in a broken hip, leading to complications. She was preceded in death by her parents,…
The team at We Grow Greenhouse & Garden Center recently completed their fall planting in the historic downtown district, adding vibrant seasonal color to the area. While mums have been selling quickly, there’s still a splash of fall hues to be found at the greenhouse, with plenty of time left in the season for a…
Sonny Acres Farm invites thrill-seekers to their Night Time Festival, featuring the Wicked Hallows Haunted Hayride and the Curse of the Scarecrow Haunted Barn. Experience the spine-tingling fun every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening from September 27th to October 27th. Don’t miss out on the thrills—tickets are on sale now! For more details and to…
This Halloween, don’t let the fear of losing your rights as a motorcyclist haunt you! For only $25 a year, you can join DuKane A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois in preserving your freedom to ride. Your support helps protect the rights of motorcyclists across the state. Join DuKane A.B.A.T.E. Today! Head www..dukanabateil.org to become a member and…
The Wildcat Booster Club is looking for donations of desserts, snack foods and drinks to give out during the Homecoming dance. These treats are FREE to the students and your donations help them to have a great evening filled with fun. Items can be dropped off at either entrance B or H between 7:30am-3:30pm. Please…
REC Cheer registration is OPEN! Great program to continue cheer for tackle football cheerleaders or new to cheer athletes. https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/ildre/page/home ✨Program runs November – March ✨2 competitions (Schaumburg) ✨Saturday Practice
Here’s the revised blurb, incorporating the additional information about classes: The Village Tavern & Grill in Carol Stream is hosting a special “Eat Out 2 Help Out” fundraising event on Tuesday, October 15th, to support Wayne and Winfield Area Youth and Family Services (WAYS). Located at 291 South Schmale Road, this event encourages the community…
On October 8, 2024, West Chicago Community High School students from the American Government class, in partnership with the League of Women Voters (LWV), hosted a candidate forum for DuPage County Board and Forest Preserve candidates. Held at the high school, the event was entirely student-led, with students writing the questions and moderating the event….
Get ready to enjoy the crisp autumn air and vibrant fall colors as downtown West Chicago comes alive with two exciting trick-or-treating events on Saturday, October 26, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Families are invited to start their afternoon at the Downtown Trick-or-Treat event, where local businesses along Main Street will be handing out…
⚠️FOUND DOG⚠️ being held at DuPage County Animal Services. If this dog looks familiar to you, please contact the shelter. 🏢: 120 N County Farm Rd. Wheaton, IL 60187 📞: 630-407-2800 Animal ID: A57048570 Arrived on: 10/09/24 This boy was found near Irving Park Road and Prospect Street in Roselle. There is no deadline on…
