Batavia
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Elburn veteran reflects on World War II service as 100th birthday approachesJun 14, 2024 11:05 am - As he nears his 100th birthday, World War II veteran Jack Richtman of Elburn looks back on his life and his service in the Army’s 71st Infantry Division.
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Why Glen Ellyn police chief says Jimmy Buffett saved his lifeJun 14, 2024 5:15 am - The late Jimmy Buffett is best remembered for tropical rock hits like “Margaritaville” and “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” but Glen Ellyn Police Chief Philip Norton fondly recalls the singer for more personal reasons. “Jimmy Buffett saved my life,” Norton told his village board last month.
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Help shape Waubonsee’s future by participating in a short surveyJun 13, 2024 9:32 pm - Waubonsee Community College is currently seeking input from district residents to help in the development of its long-term strategic plan.
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North Aurora motorcyclist critically injured in crash near BataviaJun 13, 2024 7:39 pm - A North Aurora motorcyclist was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon near Batavia. The crash happened just before 6 p.m. near Banbury Ro...
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Batavia considers policy on displaying flags at city hallJun 13, 2024 7:37 pm - Batavia may adopt a policy on what flags to fly outside city hall after a resident asked it to fly a Sacred Heart of Jesus flag.
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Nonprofits can apply for grants through Nicor GasJun 13, 2024 3:08 pm - Nicor Gas is currently accepting grant applications from designated 501(c)(3) community organizations that focus on diversity initiatives, community enrichment programs a...
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Interfaith flapjacks and worship: Aurora area clergy band together for Pride DayJun 12, 2024 1:25 pm - Seven clergy from Aurora, Oswego, Batavia and Geneva joined in celebrating Aurora’s Pride Day on Sunday, June 9, with a pancake breakfast and interfaith worship.
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‘This plan is completely unnecessary’: County OKs climate action plan over objections from some board membersJun 12, 2024 10:43 am - The Kane County Board has adopted a climate action implementation plan that recommends ways to reduce the emission of gasses that many experts believe are hurting the climate.
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Covenant Living at the Holmstad to host 46th annual bazaar Sept. 21Jun 11, 2024 1:46 pm - Karen Luebers is one of the many artisans getting ready for the Holmstad’s Annual Bazaar on Sept. 21. She spins her own yarn and has been doing this for more than 40 years.
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Festivals June 14-20: Scottish Festival & Highland Games, Libertyville Days, Grayslake Craft Beer Fest and moreJun 11, 2024 8:48 am - Mark your calendars for the 38th Annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games, Taste of Des Plaines, Libertyville Days, Grayslake Craft Beer Fest, Downers Grove Rotary GroveFest and more happening this week.