Philip B. Elfstrom Scholarships, which are administered by the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley, are available to graduating high school seniors who live within the city of Batavia or Batavia School District 101. Eligibility is restricte...

It's after Jan. 1. Have you filed your FAFSA yet? For parents of high school seniors, if you're hoping for federal aid for college, this date should be circled in red on your calendar. After Jan. 1, you can file your Free Application for Federal Stu...

Movers and Shakers Schaumburg resident David Lyke was appointed chief operating officer of the Albany Park Community Center, Chicago. Lyke, who joined the agency in early 2007 as senior director of youth development programs, will be responsible for...

Westminster Christian senior Tyler Beachler has a vivid memory of Winnebago. As a sophomore, Beachler traveled to Winnebago to participate in the 3-point shootout. Although he did not advance past the Winnebago supersectional, Beachler remembered h...

Orchard Valley Golf Course, 2411 W. Illinois Ave. in Aurora, will conduct its first "Chili Bowl" golf event at noon Jan. 27. The nine-hole event is $30 per person and includes greens fee, chili, beer and door prizes. Reservations will be taken begin...

The Fox Valley Philharmonic Orchestra recently announced its concerts for 2008. The second season will include full orchestra concerts as well as chamber music, appearances by the chorus and some special soloists. The season will open Feb. 24 with "...

It may seem that the story of the year in Christmas-giving was lead in toys. Numerous scares prompted recalls, political volleys and consumer bewilderment. It's the latest twist in a health problem that has perplexed society since the Roman civiliza...

'Travel' to Africa Naturalist Jack Pomatto of the Kane County Forest Preserve will show slides and share stories of his travels in Africa at 10 a.m. Jan. 3, at Tekakwitha Woods Nature Center off Route 25, one mile north of Army Trail Road in St. Cha...

Parents, teachers, administrators and social workers can learn more about resources available for children with disabilities at a workshop being sponsored by University of Illinois Extension in Kane County. The Children with Disabilities Workshop wi...