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Aurora Scouts honor Flag Day in eighth annual community fundraiserJun 17, 2026 2:22 pm - Blackhawk Scout Troop 11 celebrates Flag Day by posting U.S. flags on Aurora and North Aurora lawns as part of their eighth annual fundraiser that runs on Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day.
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Forest Preserves marks America’s 250th anniversary through history, nature and communityJun 17, 2026 1:23 pm - The Lake County Forest Preserves is commemorating America’s 250th anniversary with a yearlong series of a yearlong series of museum exhibitions, education programs, guided walks, outdoor experiences and online resources that connect national history to Lake County.
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Local churches join in Aurora’s annual Pride ParadeJun 17, 2026 1:00 pm - Wesley United Methodist Church and other faith communities participated in Aurora's annual Pride Parade on June 14, which featured over 80 entries and hundreds of marchers. The morning began with an ecumenical service and pancake breakfast at New England Congregational Church, emphasizing unity and God's love for all people.
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The Big Bill Mitt: A son’s tribute to his fatherJun 17, 2026 12:37 pm - The Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos still has the Big Bill baseball glove that his father gave him 65 years ago. The treasured possession holds countless childhood memories of playing catch with his dad and brother in the backyard.
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Mobile Museum of Tolerance launches ‘We the People of Illinois’ exhibit in BensenvilleJun 17, 2026 12:11 pm - The Mobile Museum of Tolerance will launch its new exhibit "We the People of Illinois" on June 23 at Bensenville Community Public Library, exploring stories of community, prejudice, and equality throughout Illinois history.
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Dominican University fashion students dazzle at 2026 Driehaus Fashion AwardsJun 17, 2026 11:51 am - A pair of recent Dominican University graduates are already stitching their mark into the fabric of Chicago's fashion scene.
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Grow Wellness Foundation hosting Petals, Ponds & Pathways Garden WalkJun 17, 2026 10:20 am - The Grow Wellness Foundation's second annual Petals, Ponds & Pathways Garden Walk takes place June 26-27 in Naperville, featuring six private gardens with landscapes and water features.
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Summer pet safety: How to prevent heatstroke and other seasonal dangersJun 16, 2026 10:58 pm - Most of us look forward to the warm summer months, but dog owners must be acutely aware of health dangers unique to the season. Hot summer temperatures can cause heatstroke in dogs.
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Olympic speed skater to kick off Glen Ellyn’s Fourth of July Freedom FourJun 16, 2026 10:14 pm - The Glen Ellyn Freedom Four is a 4-mile run/walk for ages 5 and up on July 4 at Lake Ellyn Park, featuring a scenic route and welcoming both competitive runners and casual walkers.
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Kane County Fair awards $15,000 in 4-H scholarships to three local studentsJun 16, 2026 9:40 pm - The Kane County Fair board awarded $5,000 scholarships to three 4-H members: Katelyn Dorn of St. Charles, Willa Getzelman of Hampshire, and Cecilia Ochs of Algonquin, providing $1,250 annually for four years of higher education.