Social Media and Youth Mental Health
Social Media and Youth Mental Health Impact and Advice for Parents Source: Information Provided By Northwestern Medicine In May 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General released a warning on the impact…
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West Chicago VFW Post #6791 To Host Steak Fry Saturday
West Chicago VFW Post #6791 is hosting a steak fry on THIS Saturday October 14 between 4-7pm. The VFW is located at 431 N. Neltnor Blvd (Rt. 59) There will…
It’s Time To Schedule WCCHS Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences are held twice a year at West Chicago Community High School. Conferences take place once in the fall and once in the spring. Fall Conferences will be held…
Leash Law Information Clarified
The West Chicago Voice’s social media was flooded with comments, concerns, and questions about the recent story we posted about the new fines for those who disobey the new local…
Court Documents Show Winfield Father Could Get Probation for Shaking Baby
Last November, in nearby Winfield a father was charged with shaking and injuring his four-month-old daughter. Jeffrey Sienkiewicz, 40, subsequently signed a plea deal on October 10, 2023- he signed…
Community Dining Program Offered Through DuPage Senior Citizen Council
October is Eat Better, Eat Together Month. This month, take the time to focus on eating better and in the company of others. Seniors can celebrate this month with the…
City Approves Community Park Master Plan for Kerr-McGee Site
During its meeting on Monday, September 5, the City Council approved the Community Park Master Plan developed by Upland Design Ltd. after extensive work with City staff and community members….
Saving At The Register : Dollar General and Walgreens October 8-14
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…
Benjamin School District 1st Annual Trunk-Or-Treat Event
Residents are Invited To The Fist Annual Trunk-Or-Treat Event through Benjamin School District. It’s an opportunity for local businesses and organizations to promote themselves while participating in a fun, free…
Leman Middle School Addresses Bullying Issues
October is National Bullying Awareness Month and today is National Stop Bullying Day. Today, Leman Middle School students attended grade level assemblies focusing on responsible social media use, cyber bullying,…
Aluminum Tab Collection To Benefit Ronald McDonald House By The Slice Spot and Bunker Bar and Grill
Aluminum Tab Collection To Benefit Ronald McDonald House By The Slice Spot and Bunker Bar and Grill Who would have thought that little things like aluminum can tabs, something most…
Police Explorers Learn About Drone Use In Law Enforcement
Last night the West Chicago Police Explorers grabbed their coats and headed outside to learn about drones. They had a chance to learn how law enforcement can use these flying…
Fire Hydrant Flushing through Month of October
City crews will be performing fire hydrant flushing beginning the week of October 9 through the end of the month, weather permitting. Signs will be posted prior to flushing in…
State Representative Maura Hirschauer Teaming With LovePurse to Help Survivors of Domestic Abuse
The office of Illinois State Representative, Maura Hirschauer is participating in the LovePurse Drive. LovePurse collects new purses that are filled with personal care items, and notes of encouragement for…
West Chicago Community High School Football Recap and Looking Forward To This Week’s Game
“Its always tough when you play a really good team and then you lose 3 really good players. Robert [Lee] did a tremendous job in the game and ran the…
Playhouse 38 in Geneva To Perform The Shadow Over Dunwich, Youth Theater To Perform The Legend of Sleepy Hallow
Celebrating local theater is easy when you see the selections being offered this October by Playhouse 38, located in nearby Geneva. Located at 312 E. Stevens, in Geneva, The playhouse…
Arts DuPage Month Promotes County As A Destination For The Arts
DuPage County has dedicated the month of October to promoting the wealth of artistic offerings residents can enjoy without leaving the county. October’s Arts DuPage Month is a community-wide celebration…
Butterfly Wings Become Local Instagram Hot Spot
Since it was painted on the window of Republic Bank on Main Street it has become a popular Instagram taking hot spot for some residents. Stop by and snap…
Fawns Released by KARE
Kane Area Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education in nearby St. Charles is one of only a few organizations with a permit to treat and rehabilitate young deer. They’ve been helping and…
County Breaks Ground on Animal Shelter Expansion
DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy, Board members Sheila Rutledge and Greg Schwarze, and other officials broke ground on July 18 on the first expansion of the DuPage County Animal…
Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse October 14
A “ring of fire” solar eclipse across the Americas on October 14 is this month’s top highlight . Plus the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and Venus strike some lovely poses for…
Saving At The Register: This Week’s Deals October 4-10 for Aldi and Jewel
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…
Emergency Training At Airport This Weekend
Reminder: It’s going to be a busy weekend at the DuPage Airport. There will be a multi-jurisdiction training event to include the West Chicago Fire Protection District, West Chicago Police…
2023 Sidewalk & Curb Maintenance Program Begins Oct. 9
The City of West Chicago’s 2023 Sidewalk and Curb Maintenance Program is anticipated to begin on Monday, October 9, and is anticipated to be completed by November 2023, weather dependent….