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Kaneland United Soccer Club joins fight against cancer Nov 21, 2013 12:00 AM
The Kaneland United Soccer Club held a Think Pink fundraiser during October to raise money and awareness for cancer. Two local residents of the Kaneland community, Matt Olson and Bridget Sweeney, both battling a cancer diagnosis, were the recipients of the club’s proceeds.
CastleBank donations support Illinois SBDC at Waubonsee Nov 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Entrepreneurs and owners of small businesses in the region will receive some extra benefits from the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Waubonsee Community College, thanks to continued support from Castle Bank.
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."
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.
Illinois Brass Band presents "Holiday Classics" Dec. 21Nov 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Thanksgiving Traffic Safety CampaignNov 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Campaign November 19 - December 1, 2013
Dream takes flight for Sugar Grove pilot Nov 18, 2013 12:00 AM
David Spano was born in Tampa, Fla., and loved watching the planes at a nearby small airport. By the time he was 17, he had his first flying lesson in exchange for mowing the grass on the runway and doing chores around the airport. It took him more than a year to get his license. It was like a dream come true.More than 30 years later, he’s piloted planes to countless places, including through the Grand Canyon.
Now-agreeable Sugar Grove Library board to try tax hike 13th time Nov 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The Sugar Grove Library will ask taxpayers for more money to operate, and a familiar face has joined the board. Both matters were decided unanimously last week which, given the library’s history, is also news. “We’re all working extremely well together,” library board President Daniel Herkes said Friday. “We moved past all of the difficulties.”
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.
Friday KnightLife, new program for kids, begins in JanuaryNov 18, 2013 12:00 AM
New program in Kaneland Community for kids, parents and businesses
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.
Kindness Campaign comes to Sugar Grove Parks' CARE programNov 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Renee Dee, founder of Peak for Kids, is bringing the Kindness Campaign to the Sugar Grove Park District before-and-after-school CARE program.
Nanny Magazine to Celebrate Debut with Launch PartyNov 14, 2013 12:00 AM
CHICAGO, IL, Nov. 12 2013—On December 7, Nanny Magazine will host a party at Little Beans Café to celebrate the launch of the only magazine for American nannies. The night will provide a fun setting with mingling, music, wine and desserts for nannies and childcare workers to meet with industry leaders and Nanny Magazine staf to celebrate the beneﬁts this publication will ofer. Nannies, reporters, bloggers, photographers, babysitters and parents are invited to attend.
Celebrity lineup to lead 2014 Chicago Travel and Adventure ShowNov 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago's Largest Travel Extravaganza Returns with Travel Celebrities, SeaWorld Animal Exhibit and Wild Family Activities
Kaneland's Interim Athletics and Activities Directors AnnouncedNov 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Kaneland School District 302 is pleased to announce a finalized plan for filling the position of Interim Athletics and Activities Director for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year.
Start the Season on a High Note: Save the Date for Frosty FestNov 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Schedule of activities for West Chicago's Frosty Fest now available.
Housing crash pushed bigger tax load onto seniorsNov 13, 2013 12:00 AM
A property tax relief program intended to save Illinois senior citizens hundreds of dollars on their annual tax bills has had the opposite effect since property values began their steep nosedive since 2009. Because of the way the "senior freeze" is set up, the declining value of properties is actually making seniors pay more than ever before. “It's the law of unintended consequences,” said Craig Dovel, DuPage County's supervisor of assessments.
Generous donation to fund 975 days of cancer research for area nonprofitNov 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Gateway for Cancer Research to use $25,106 donation from Oklahoma-based nonprofit Cancer Sucks for clinical trials that bring new opportunities to patients with various cancers.