Celebrating Black History Month: Guest Post
Guest Post by Angela Gant Happy Black History Month: Flo-Jo: Florence Delorez Griffith Joyner (born Florence Delorez Griffith; December 21, 1959 – September 21, 1998), also known as Flo-Jo, was…
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Wayne and Winfield Area Youth Services Fundraiser Details Announced
Wayne and Winfield Area Youth and Family Services will host its annual Luncheon & Silent Auction Fundraiser Tuesday, March 12, 11:30am-1:00 pm with a delicious lunch catered by Augustino’s of…
Wheaton College Alum Emily Willson Wenger ’16 Named to 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30
The Road to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Recognition Emily Willson Wenger ’16 always had an affinity for math, but she didn’t realize how integral it was in her life until…
Save The Date: DuKane Toy and Food Run
DuKane ABATE, a locally based Motorcycle fellowship and rights advocacy group will gather to celebrate their 38th Annual Toy and Food Run, they’re in the organizing stages and they’re announcing…
Local Weather: National Weather Service Issues Red Flag WildFire Warning For West Chicago, Surrounding Areas
West Chicago, IL- February 26, 2024. Local Weather: The National Weather Service has issued a “Red Flag Warning” For West Chicago and surrounding areas. Here’s the local forecast/outlook and information…
Saint Charles Police Department Make Complimentary Narcan and Sharps Containers Available To Public
St. Charles Police Offer Free Narcan and Sharps Collection in their Station Lobby ST. CHARLES, Ill. (February 23, 2024) – In an effort to combat opioid overdoses, the St. Charles…
WCCHS Wrestler Places Fifth At State Competition
This past weekend West Chicago Community High School Wrestler, Jayden Huesca-Rodriguez traveled to the state competition for girls wrestlers and placed fifth overall. She’s had an amazing career at WeGo…
Raymond L. Wallensack Obituary
Raymond Lawrence Wallensack, 95, born September 5, 1928, he passed away peacefully into the hands of the Lord on February 22, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Mary C. (nee…
Update on The Save The GreenHouse Situation
Dan Bovey, the West Chicago bilingual Pastor and resident fighting the City of West Chicago over the building and completion of a Geodesic greenhouse in their property, announced Friday that…
Saving At The Register: Jewel-Osco and Aldi February 21 – 27
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,…
Naperville Man Sentenced to Thirteen Years for Drug Induced Homicide
February 23, 2024 DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced that a Naperville man accused of supplying a fatal dose of a fentanyl to a thirty-five-year-old Addison woman was sentenced…
City of Geneva Seeking Preservation Planner
Preservation Planner Geneva is a vibrant community dedicated to maintaining the historical character and beauty that makes our City unique. We are currently seeking a talented and progressive Preservation Planner…
Bonsai Silhouette Exhibit This Weekend At Cantigny
Bonsai Silhouette Show Visitors Center Saturday, February 24 10 am – 4 pm We welcome back the Prairie State Bonsai Society for its 4th annual Winter Silhouette Exhibit. This event…
Snow and Frigid Temps in Weekend Forecast
Prepare for a weather rollercoaster as winter makes a last stand before giving way spring. The National Weather Service is warning of a dramatic shift in conditions starting Friday afternoon,…
WCCHS Wrestler Is State Bound
West Chicago Community High School Girls Wrestler, Jayden Huesca Rodriguez is state bound this weekend! Wishing her all the good vibes for a safe trip to the best and a…
Cynthia “Cindy” Voda Obituary
The beloved Cindy Voda nee Kanak, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 16th surrounded by loved ones at Central DuPage Hospital following a heart attack in the early…
Anderson Animal Shelter Offers Free “Fear-Free” Animal Behavior Program for Pet Owners
Taking the “pet” out of petrified one foster at a time This program provides professionals and pet lovers with the knowledge and tools to look after both a pet’s physical…
DuPage Senior Citizen Council Seeking Volunteers
The DuPage Senior Citizen Council needs volunteers. The local organization helping our older residents rely on volunteers to deliver meals and provide other important services for seniors in need. If…
Celebrating Black History Month- Guest Contributor
Submitted by Angela Gant – Contributor Nascar: Wendell Oliver Scott (August 29, 1921 – December 23, 1990) was an American stock car racing driver. He was the first African-American driver…
IDPH Issues Updated Standing Order Allowing Schools to Administer Medications to Counter Opioid Overdoses
School nurses and other trained personnel will be able to administer naloxone, other opioid antagonists The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued an updated standing order allowing schools…
Five Venezuelan Migrants Charged with Burglary at Oak Brook Stores
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced today that charges have been filed against five Venezuelan migrants for allegedly stealing more than…
Ruth D. Lishamer Obituary
Ruth D. Lishamer, a spirited soul whose creativity and friendliness touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on Valentine’s Day…
Winter Baking Series : Homemade Monkey Bread Recipe
Winter Baking Series : Homemade Monkey Bread Recipe Homemade monkey bread combines several tiny balls of dough coated in butter, cinnamon, and sugar. It’s basically a giant Bundt pan of gooey…