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West Aurora runs by Kaneland Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
West Aurora junior point guard Alexis Wiggins lit up Kaneland for 13 first-half points Thursday in Maple Park, sparking the Blackhawks to a 60-43 victory in the season-opener for both teams.
Long makes quick transition into coaching Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
The adage is the best players don’t make the best coaches. Lyndsie Long is putting that to the test.
Scouting Tri-Cities girls basketball Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
A preview of the girls basketball seaon for Tri-Cities area teams.
Scouting Tri-Cities boys basketball Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
A preview of the season ahead for Tri-Cities area boys basketball teams.
Interfaith Thanksgiving service this Sunday at temple Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Bahai, Christian, Hindu, Muslim and Jewish faith groups will co-host a sixth annual InterFAITH Thanksgiving service at 4 p.m. Sunday Nov. 24, at Temple B’nai Israel in Aurora. The public is invited. A freewill offering will be taken to benefit the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry.
Help out tornado victims by donating much-needed supplies Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Collection points have been set up in North Aurora to donate to the people affected by the Nov. 17 tornadoes in Illinois. Items can be dropped off at the North Aurora Police Department, 200 S. Lincolnway, Route 31, between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. or at Fox Valley Physician Services, 23 N. Lincolnway, between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. They will be collecting items until 5 p.m. Friday and then preparing them for delivery over the weekend.
How you can help Illinois tornado victims Nov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Moved by the widespread damage in central Illinois caused by a series of tornadoes on Sunday, suburban groups, local governments, businesses and individuals are mobilizing to help victims by collecting donations of cleaning supplies, clothing and other needed items.
Waubonsee readies GED students for new exam Nov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
January 2014 will mark the implementation of a new edition of the General Educational Development exam designed to ensure that this first step toward a higher education is truly a step up. When it debuts, the 2014 GED test will have a new structure and delivery method, along with new content.
Celebrating 10 years of ‘Nutcracker’ shows Nov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
After 10 years of "Nutcracker" performances, Linda Cunningham, founder and artistic director of Geneva's State Street Dance Studio, knows what audiences want. “I always stay true to the story, true to the score but splash it up with new elements, new sets, tricks,” Cunningham said. “Our show is quick and colorful, exciting and fresh."
Deer crashes through Sugar Grove home, owner retaliates with golf club Nov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Keith Mohr was in the shower last Friday morning when he heard a loud crash and his wife screaming that a deer was running through their townhouse near Sugar Grove. “I just chased him around for probably 10 minutes." Mohr said he eventually grabbed his a golf club and struck the deer, knocking off an antler and breaking the club in the process. “I do have a trophy, for whatever that’s worth,” he said.
Defense leads Aurora Central to 3rd straight win Nov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Aurora Central Catholic turned to its defense for its third straight win at the Tim Hume Breakout Tournament in Somonauk on Wednesday, holding Plano to 28 points in a 35-28 victory.
Former Bull Dickey Simpkins speaks out on a local, upcoming talentNov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
A 6-foot-6-inch junior at Saint Viator on the varsity basketball team is being scouted by Division 1 recruiters. Salvatore Cannella has played for Dickey Simpkins, former Chicago Bulls player, on the Next Level Play, Inc. team for the Amateur Athletic Union. Cannella is about to start the basketball season and will be one to look out for.
College of DuPage Offers New Radio Frequency Technician CertificateNov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
College of DuPage is offering a new Radio Frequency Technician certificate program that trains students in the installation, maintenance and testing of radio frequency communication systems.
Thanksgiving Traffic Safety CampaignNov 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Campaign November 19 - December 1, 2013
Albright Theatre to present ‘Just in the Nick of Time!’ Nov 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Tired of the same old holiday shows? Check out the Albright Theatre’s production of “Just in the Nick of Time!” by Linda Daugherty. The play is a holiday whodunit with plenty of laughs, and the show is appropriate for all ages. It will run Dec. 6-15 in Batavia.
Veterans Share Stories at Wheaton Warrenville South High SchoolNov 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Nine residents of Windsor Park, a Covenant Retirement Community, joined 26 veterans and active service military personnel onstage during Veterans Day 2013 activities.
Marmion Academy starts band program Nov 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Marmion Academy in Aurora has introduced a new enrichment program in music, the West Suburban Junior Catholic Band. This opportunity is open to surrounding middle schools in an effort to provide early music students the chance to rehearse and perform in a group setting. All students with one year of band experience are eligible.
Images: The Week in Pictures Nov 17, 2013 12:00 AM
This edition of The Week in Pictures features photos of the first real snow of the season in the suburbs, a human chain of high school students, and the closing ceremony of the Moving Wall memorial.
Chicago's own Nancy Baird portrays "Aunt Sook" in Truman Capote's A CHRISTMAS MEMORY coming to Provision Theater November 20.Nov 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Based on the best-selling books by critically acclaimed author Truman Capote, A CHRISTMAS MEMORY and THE THANKSGIVING VISITOR center on the author's early years growing up in Monroeville, Alabama and will run Friday, November 22 through Sunday, December 29 with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. at Provision Theater, 1001 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL, 60608. Previews begin Wednesday, November 20.
Annual Turkey/Meat Spin Fundraiser To Benefit Local CharitiesNov 17, 2013 12:00 AM
The South Elgin Lions Club’s Annual Turkey Spin will be held on Friday, November 22nd. The doors open at 6 pm and the first spin is at 7 pm. Among the items to be raffled are turkeys, spiral ham, roasts, pork loins, and steaks. All net proceeds raised by this fundraiser benefits our Club and helps spread Holiday Cheer to local organizations assisting residents in this area.