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Jericho Lake Park to thrive with a new look May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Not long ago — circa the mid-80s — the western boundaries of Aurora and Montgomery were vast swathes of open space, and not much else. "We needed to do more with the land," Fox Valley Park District trustee J.A. Lippold said at the time, "and make more people-use' of it." Jericho Lake Park will soon join the modern movement with a slate of spectacular improvements to be implemented this summer and fall.
Sugar Grove, Aurora, Kane parks agencies get state grants May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The Sugar Grove Park District is getting $400,000 from the state toward the development of a park near Harter Middle School, the governor's office announced Monday. The Fox Valley Park District is also getting money for redevelopment of Jericho Lake, and the Kane County Forest Preserve District is receiving a grant for the Brunner Family Forest Preserve.
neXt gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday Announces ArtistsMay 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The neXt gallery Celebrates Ēkwabet’s 25th Birthday announces the invited Native American Artists and the juried local artists whose work will be in the gallery, the latest in the series of Pop-Up Art Galleries being produced and sponsored by the St Charles Arts Council, its volunteers, and sponsors.
SUMMER, An Exhibit of Mixed Media Art, Arrives At Gallery 200 in JuneMay 15, 2013 12:00 AM
SUMMER, An Exhibit of Mixed Media Art, Arrives At Gallery 200 in June
Teen Talent Show auditions happening in June May 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The Aurora Public Library's Fifth Annual Teen Talent Show and Competition is looking for performers. Three audition dates have been set and the final competition is on Aug. 10.
NIU College of Law wins "Lawyers Feeding Illinois" CompetitionMay 15, 2013 12:00 AM
NIU College of Law won the Best Law School category in a food and fundraising drive and competition held by the Illisnois State Bar Association.
Guerin Prep Girls’ Soccer Wins First Regional Title in School History, Head to SemifinalsMay 15, 2013 12:00 AM
The girls’ soccer team at Guerin College Preparatory High School has earned their first regional title in the school’s 50-year history.
Images: Daily Herald prep photos of the week May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Prep Photos of the Week gallery includes the best high school sports pictures by Daily Herald photographers. This week's gallery features photos from water polo, track, baseball, softball, gymnastics, volleyball and soccer.
Students Light Up the Runway During Fashion ShowMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
A model shows off a wedding dress created by Anna Loosli (Carol Stream) during “Sketches,” the annual College of DuPage Fashion Show
Outstanding Divisional Faculty Members for 2012-2013May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Eighteen faculty members at College of DuPage have been recognized as the 2012-2013 Outstanding Divisional Faculty Members at College of DuPage. The faculty were selected for their excellence in teaching, service to the College, scholarly activities, community service and advising skills. Each will receive a monetary award from the College of DuPage Foundation.
The 508 Caboose of "The J" Has Come to StayMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The 508 Caboose of "The J" Has Come to Stay in West Chicago
Music Workshop for Early Childhood Educators and Camp CounselorsMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Miss Carole of Macaroni Soup has songs for Summer Camp and Summer School!
Tri-Cities police reports May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Robert G. Byland, 19, of Batavia, was charged at 6:15 a.m. Sunday with illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor, criminal damage to property, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and possession of drug paraphernalia in the 1000 block of Winnebago Trail, according to a police report.
Youthful St. Charles North searching for consistency May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Perhaps St. Charles North baseball coach Todd Genke should have figured this would be a challenging season when the team's annual trip to downstate Marion was shortened due to a late-March snowstorm. Whatever the case, it definitely has not been business as usual for the North Stars this season.
West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven ArtistsMay 13, 2013 12:00 AM
West Chicago's Community Art Banner Project Answers A Question of Balance From the Perspective of Eleven Artists
AID thanks donors at open house May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Association for Individual Development hosted an open house for current and potential business and recycling partners, as well as the general public. The AID workshop and recycling program allows individuals with disabilities the opportunity to perform meaningful work and develop job skills.
Top seeds feature a Tri-Cities flavor May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
One of the most successful regular seasons in area girls soccer came to a close Saturday when Rosary defeated St. Francis to win the Suburban Christian Conference title. Now all eyes move to the postseason. In the Class 3A tournament, St. Charles North, St. Charles East and Batavia grabbed the top three seeds in the Hoffman Estates sectional.
Naperville C.’s Swamy adds to comeback with DVC triumph May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Naperville Central's Sid Swamy endured a lot of pain and disappointment on his way to a DuPage Valley Conference singles championship, but when his time came Saturday it was quite satisfying.
Wheaton North steps up, cruises to DVC title May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Naperville Central offered outstanding individuals. Wheaton Warrenville South looked solid. Yet there was no containing Wheaton North at the DuPage Valley Conference boys track championships Friday at West Aurora.
Kaneland snares sectional title May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Kaneland girls track coach Doug Ecker says his team's goal going into a sectional meet is to qualify as many athletes as possible to the state meet. But earning a sectional championship is nice too. The Knights won the Class 2A Burlington Central sectional title Friday night with 83 points. Hampshire was second with 74. Burlington Central took third with 69 points.