Joan Broz

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As the Daily Herald's Lisle columnist since 1996, Joan Broz brings to her position a master's degree in journalism and a liberal arts bachelor's degree in home economics and secondary education. In her Lisle column, Broz holds a mirror to the community's past and present. Her popular human interest columns reflect the people, events and activities in Lisle as she emphasizes its good news.

In the newspaper's Neighbor section, Broz utilized her positive people and research skills to write the 2-Minute Drill, the Five Minutes With and the Ask & Learn columns based on interviews with experts, entertainers and newsmakers. In the past, she also wrote restaurant reviews in the Daily Herald's Going Out Guide.

As a Lisle resident for 30 years, Broz volunteered in both school and scouting programs. She has a copyright and art-based website on the Picture Parent Program she established in local schools. For nine years, she filmed and directed live Lisle village board meetings on the government access cable station as a volunteer. She now serves on the Lisle Community Character Alliance. Broz is a lifelong learner, active volunteer and creative soul who loves meeting people of all ages and sharing their good news.

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Lisle leaders offer life advice for May graduates

May 06 2013 | 8:27 am - As graduates count down the days that remain to the end of school, former graduates respond to two imminent questions: What is the best advice you ever received as a graduate? What is the best advice you offer graduates?" Our Joan Broz pts the...

Daybreak helps homeless families get back on their feet

Apr 22 2013 | 9:22 am - Bringing hope and housing to homeless families has been the primary goal of Daybreak of Lisle since its inception. The nonprofit charity helps families with children become self-sufficient by mentoring their progress while giving them a place to...

Chorus of DuPage quartets deliver singing valentines

Feb 11 2013 | 5:31 pm - For an unforgettable gift that expresses "I love you," our Joan Broz suggests sending a singing valentine this year to give a gift more memorable than a heart-shaped box of candy "You see four guys coming in tuxes carrying a rose and people are...

Broda sings Lisle's praises as business destination

Jan 28 2013 | 2:21 pm - Mayor Joe Broda, the longest continuously serving public official in Lisle's history, reflected on the village's major accomplishments and outlined his goals for the coming year during his recent State of the Village address. Broda, who is running...

Lisle volunteers work to rescue, adopt out pets

Dec 09 2012 | 7:10 am - If compassion was all it took to place every cuddly kitten or playful pup into a permanent home, Waifs and Strays Animal Rescue would have it easy. The all-volunteer group has plenty of care and concern for homeless animals. Even so the organization...

Lisle's Pillar Awards honor residents who display good character

Dec 01 2012 | 12:28 pm - They didn't do their good deeds in the hopes of receiving accolades, but five Lisle residents and one business will be honored with Pillar Awards Monday by the village for acts of good character. Our Joan Broz introduces us to the recipients.

Flowers of Lisle celebrating 40 years on Main Street

Nov 03 2012 | 10:46 am - Bob Kendall began making deliveries for Flowers of Lisle as a teenager in 1972, hoping to earn some money for college. Instead, he went to floral school, became a designer and now owns the business that's celebrating tis 40th anniversary. "Our...

Lisle's John Huff enjoys collecting political memorabilia

Oct 24 2012 | 7:49 am - Lisle's John Huff has been collecting political memorabilia for more than 50 years and, as far as his collecting is concerned, he's far less interested in who wins a race than he is in who has the coolest stuff. If you're looking for presidential...

Benedictine University converts farmhouse into welcome center

Oct 13 2012 | 9:49 am - The Neff farmhouse on the campus of Benedictine University has begun a new chapter in its 160-year history via its transition into the $2.5 million Neff Welcome Center. It is appropriate that the rugged limestone structure with its clean, modern...

Lisle’s Depot Days invites visitors to get hands-on with history

Sep 13 2012 | 10:23 am - Visitors will connect with history in a variety of fun and hands-on opportunities at the 28th annual Lisle Depot Days. New this year is a three-course luncheon featuring favorite recipes of three Civil War generals such as bean soup, shepherd pie...

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