Seeking Spooky Halloween Homes for Suburban Screams Feature Story in West Chicago Voice Are you a Halloween enthusiast who loves to go all out with your yard displays or host an unforgettable home haunt? The West Chicago Voice is excited to announce that we’re looking for standout Halloween decorations and home haunts to feature in…
The West Chicago Wildcats girls swimming team is ready to make a splash this season with a strong roster and an exciting schedule of meets. With both varsity and junior varsity teams geared up for competition, the Wildcats are set to showcase their talent, determination, and team spirit in the pool. Meet the Team The…
Savor the flavor of summer! Sonny Acres invites you to indulge in a vibrant variety of hand-picked produce, including sweet onions, tangy pickles, crisp zucchinis, aromatic garlic cloves, hearty potatoes, earthy beets, vibrant peppers, succulent fresh corn, and juicy peaches—all harvested with care and dedication. Your farm-to-table adventure is just a visit away. Visit Sonny…
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in West Chicago is gearing up to host its annual Vacation Bible School, promising an enriching and enjoyable experience for children of all ages. The event will take place from July 22 to July 26, with sessions running in the afternoons from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the church’s location…
UPDATE 2: as of the publication of our update 4 days ago, the West Chicago City Administrator emailed us (unsolicited ), and said this: “I’m sorry Heather, while what Tom wrote you is accurate, as I previously communicated, we are still not the official owner of the three parcels and won’t be until all outstanding…
WEST CHICAGO, IL — Once a bustling cornerstone of the community, the former Bob’s Salt And Feed property at 126 Wood St in West Chicago has fallen into disrepair, prompting concerns and action from local authorities. For years, Bob’s Salt And Feed served residents by offering a variety of goods including animal feed, pet supplies,…
We at the West Chicago Voice are dedicated to bringing you news and information that impacts your lives and your community. With this commitment in mind, we are excited to announce a new initiative aimed at enhancing transparency and civic engagement in our beloved city. Starting this month, we will be publishing the agendas of…
As Respiratory Virus Season Ebbs, Virus Levels Continue Downward Trend Across Illinois With the respiratory virus season continuing to wind down, Illinois’ overall respiratory virus level is now Minimal and all counties in the state are at Low level for COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to CDC data for the week ending April 20. The total number…
It’s not often a West Chicagoan appears on a statewide ballot, so when that happens we felt we needed to shine a light on this candidate. Hannah Billingsley is a resident of WeGo and she’s running for the Illinois House of Representative in the 49th District, she’s not only running against the incumbent Maura Hirschauer…
Healthy West Chicago, a collaboration of community leaders in local government, education, healthcare, social services, faith-based congregations, businesses, and non-profit organizations who have organized to increase nutrition and physical activity in the City of West Chicago. The non-profit organization was formalized in 2014 through funding from a grant from Northwestern Medicine (formerly Cadence Health) and…
In a heartwarming display of compassion and community support, FXI, a local manufacturing company specializing in sleep and comfort solutions, has made a significant donation to aid the families impacted by a devastating fire that ravaged the Main Park Apartment complex on November 30th. Recognizing the urgent need for assistance, FXI stepped forward to provide…
Allegations in one case include the use of an occupied baby stroller to conceal stolen merchandise DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced today law enforcement in DuPage County continues to be on high alert this holiday shopping season and has arrested five individuals accused of stealing merchandise from DuPage County retail establishments in three…
Prairie Landing Golf Club will host a holiday brunch event on Sunday, December 17th featuring an array of breakfast and lunch favorites and a visit from Santa Claus. Reservations at 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, or 1:00 PM are required before December 13th by calling 630.208.7641. Adults: $38 | Children (4-12): $22 | Children (under…
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, Aldi, and Dollar General. Her lists and links for coupons will help you stretch your shopping dollars and keep your money local as…
It’s a “SUPER” Christmas party and YOU’RE Invited! West Chicago, IL – The Slice Spot, a beloved local eatery located at 960 Roosevelt Road, is set to ignite the holiday spirit with an extraordinary event that promises to be the talk of the town. On Saturday, December 9 between 2-6 pm, the Slice Spot…
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, Aldi, and Dollar General. Her lists and links for coupons will help you stretch your shopping dollars and keep your money local as well. The…
A water tower serves as a community’s calling card. It’s a beacon to people approaching that they are now entering a new municipality. It can be seen for miles around. The Fremont Street water tower in West Chicago is a behemoth of a structure, it holds a quarter of a million gallons of water and…
The West Chicago Voice presents “Suburban Screams” Your Local Guide to West Chicago haunts and homes with Halloween Decorations that go over the top and should be on your fall bucket list for sure. Get on out, and support these local residents’ efforts to add to the spooky element of the season in WeGo. Residents…
Don’t miss the frightful excitement as Sonny Acres becomes Scary Acres by night! Sonny Acres Farm Fall Festival is home to one of Chicagoland’s Best Haunted Experiences Dates: September 29-October 29 Friday – Saturday 7:00 to 10:00PM Sunday 7:00 to 9:00PM The Haunted Barn at Sonny Acres Farm, marks the “Return of the Scarecrow! CLICK…
Anderson Humane is partnering with Brilliance Subaru Elgin to find loving families for homeless cats and dogs. Come see the 75+ animals available for adoption. Save the date for: The Road Home Adoption Event October 14th & 15th – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Brilliance Subaru in Elgin located at 1500 N. Randall Road If…
Josefina Moreno, age 85, longtime resident of West Chicago, passed away September 25, 2023. She was born in Sabinal, Texas on March 19, 1938. She is preceded in death by her husband, Evaristo and sons Rene and David. She leaves behind 4 children, Mary Ann, Sylvia, Armondo and Alicia, 16 grandchildren and over 37 great-grandchildren…
34th Annual Tales Tombstones Tell The West Chicago City Museum is celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Incorporation of our community as the Town of Turner on Friday, October 6th. In 1873 formal incorporation papers were filed that created our Village of Turner, which in 1896 would become the Village of West Chicago. Join the…
All community preschoolers are invited to attend the Awana Cubbies program at GlenArbor Church this fall. Open to all three and four year olds. The program takes place Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:15 pm Awana is an international children’s program, hosted by local churches. Cubbies enjoy games, puppets, dress-up, crafts, snacks, songs, Bible story time, and…
Educare . an early learning center located in West Chicago recently met with Buck Services during their Staff Enrichment Day. Buck Services is a company also located in WeGo that has been cleaning and maintaining facilities throughout the Chicago-land area since 1988, Buck Services is a Christian-based, family-owned and operated company dedicated to providing their…
