Winfield’s St John Cemetery Walk October 11
Save the Date! On Friday, October 11th, join the Winfield Historical Society and volunteer cemetery walk interpreters who will tell the story of people who lived during the historic early…
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Gallery 200 Celebrates Artober : Save on Classes
Artoberfest is here and that means all Gallery 200 Classes are 10% off this month!! Be sure to register today to save as we celebrate Arts DuPage month with this…
West Chicago Downtown TIF Joint Review Board Holds Annual Review Meeting
West Chicago Downtown TIF #2 Holds Annual Review Meeting By Heather Niziolek- West Chicago Voice WEST CHICAGO, IL — The City of West Chicago’s Joint Review Board (JRB) convened on…
Cultural Arts Commission Survey
The City of West Chicago’s Cultural Arts Commission wants to hear from you! 🎨 Please take a few minutes to complete a simple online survey and share the types of…
Ginormous Wayfair Outlet Store To Open Down Route 59 In Nearby Naperville
A new giant Wayfair Outlet store is set to open in suburban Naperville, with the official launch date confirmed for October 3. This opening follows the success of the brand’s…
Library Offers New Take On Terrariums For Halloween
Cemeterriums Saturday 10/05 | 10:30-11:15 am Have some spooky fun at the West Chicago Public Library as they make Halloween graveyard terrariums. For ages 8-11. This is a drop-in event,…
Early Voting and Vote By Mail Information for DuPage County Residents
Early voting and Vote By Mail options are now available to DuPage County residents through Monday, November 4. Early voting is offered at five temporary locations from September 26 to…
Raymond Lyle Steele Obituary
Raymond Lyle Steele, age 91 of West Chicago, IL, passed away on September 29, 2024. Raymond “Ray” Lyle Steele was born December 20th, 1932 to Lyle William Steele and Gladys…
IDFPR, Illinois Attorney General Warn of New Scam Targeting Student Loan Borrowers
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Division of Banking and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul today issued a warning for a new scam that seeks to take…
West Chicago Tobacco and Alcohol Commission Meeting Scheduled for October 7
West Chicago’s Tobacco and Alcohol Commission will hold a meeting on October 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at City Hall, located at 475 Main Street,…
Upcoming City Council Meeting to Address Key Issues for West Chicago Residents
The West Chicago City Council is set to meet on Monday, October 9, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, and the agenda promises to tackle a range of issues that…
Brian P. Smidesang Obituary
Brian P. Smidesang, age 54, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born October 17, 1969 in Moline, IL to Wayne & Nancy…
Cultural Arts Commission Brings Back Loteria
WeGo Loteria is back for Hispanic Heritage Month! Join the City of West Chicago’s Cultural Arts Commission for a colorful twist on bingo. You can grab your playing board at…
Kamilla Cakes Now Open For Business In Former Cocoa Notes Location
The grand opening of Kamila Cakes, now located in the former Cocoa Bakery space in West Chicago, drew an excited crowd, filling the room with energy and celebration. Kamila’s story…
Legal Notice: Notice of Public Hearing West Chicago Plan Commission Hearing
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing before the City of West Chicago Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will be held on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00…
Homeless Man Charged in Unprovoked Attack on Juvenile in Neighboring St. Charles
By Heather Niziolek- West Chicago Voice ST. CHARLES, IL — A homeless man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a juvenile at a local middle school football field in St….
West Chicago Development Committee Discusses Car Wash Extension, Property Expansions, and New Projects
By Heather Niziolek- West Chicago Voice WEST CHICAGO, IL — The West Chicago Development Committee convened for its September 9th meeting, where members discussed a variety of ongoing development projects,…
Help Daisy Mae and DuPage Animal Friends
DuPage County Animal Services wishes to make the community aware of an animal in need of help. Urgent: Help Save Daisy Mae’s Heart with Life-Saving Surgery DuPage Animal Friends is…
West Chicago Infrastructure Committee Reviews Key Contracts and Public Projects
By Heather Niziolek- West Chicago Voice WEST CHICAGO, IL — The West Chicago Infrastructure Committee held its latest meeting on October 3, 2024, reviewing a series of resolutions and contracts…
Community Health Fair at St. Andrew Lutheran Church a Success
The Community Health Fair, held on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, was a resounding success, providing a positive and engaging experience for both participants and attendees….
Tales Tombstones Tell Tomorrow
West Chicago City Museum Hosts 35th Annual “Tales Tombstones Tell” Event West Chicago, IL — The West Chicago City Museum invites the community to its 35th annual “Tales Tombstones Tell”…
Latino Culture Event Hosted by Despertar Latino
West Chicago Community Invited to Celebrate Ancestors on November 2 in Villa Park Villa Park, IL — Despertar Latino invites the West Chicago community to participate in a special event,…
Jel Sert Named One of the Best Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production
Jel Sert, West Chicago’s largest employer with over 1,000 employees, has been recognized as one of the *Best Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production* by *Fortune* and *Great Place to Work…
Wheaton Academy Students Collect Over 7,000 Items for Foster Care Youths During Homecoming Week
As part of their Homecoming week activities, students at Wheaton Academy came together for a special cause, collecting and packing more than 7,000 items for youths in foster care. This…