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…
An Invitation to Political Candidates: Share Your Campaigns with West Chicago Voice From the Editor’s Desk- By Heather Niziolek As we approach another important election season, the West Chicago Voice is committed to keeping our community informed and engaged. We invite all political candidates to share their press releases, campaign updates, and other relevant content…
In recent months, the call for increased transparency within our local government has resonated strongly throughout West Chicago. Prompted by dedicated residents and grassroots organizations like We Go For the People, this community has advocated tirelessly for measures to enhance public access to city proceedings. At the heart of this push was the reinstatement of…
The West Chicago Voice, a hyper-local news source dedicated to the community of West Chicago, occasionally extends its coverage to include news items and topics from neighboring towns, suburbs, and even statewide or national stories. This decision is driven by the presence of a connection or the potential for readers to find the information helpful,…
From The Editor’s Desk: Last Thursday, as we gathered together with friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving, it is vital to remember that the very first Thanksgiving was, at its core, a migration story. The Pilgrims, who sought religious freedom, embarked on a treacherous journey across the Atlantic Ocean to settle in a new land….
Coming Home for Homecoming: A Heartwarming Tradition at West Chicago High School As the fall season takes hold and the cool breeze graces the streets of West Chicago, a special tradition known as “coming home for homecoming” sweeps across the town. West Chicago High School, affectionately called “WeGo,” becomes the focal point of this heartwarming…
From the Editor’s Desk: a September 11th memoir Where were you on 9/11? It is a common question posed by people in my generation (Gen X) in the US, just as older people remember the attacks on Pearl Harbor on that fateful day of December 7, 1941. I want to share my story and experience…