Representatives from two Orthodox churches in Aurora along with city officials and more met at the pedestrian bridge near RiverEdge Park Saturday morning for the city’s second annual Blessing of the River ceremony.
Kane County hospitals see a rise in emergency room visits for flu and other respiratory illnesses, following a nationwide trend.
The whole idea is to let those taking part in Dry January know “you can still come out and have a good time. We have options for you,” said Clayton Muhammad, chief communications and equity officer for the city of Aurora.
Reece Dumpit scores 11 points for St. Charles East, including four free throws that keep Batavia at bay in 54-53 win.
High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County.
Terrence Smith comes through with pair of dunks to open game and scores 17 of game-high 19 points in first half.
Two coaches at Legacy Elite Gymnastics in Aurora, both former Olympians, have been suspended from any official events after a years-long investigation into allegations of physical and verbal abuse.
Voting is open in the the new state flag design contest.
Vocalist Gavin Coyle, flutist Carlyn Lloyd and pianist Jon Warfel will perform the music of James Taylor, Seals and Crofts, Chicago, Elton John and many others at the free concert, library officials said.
Evelyn Rackmyer was the guest of honor at a celebration at Jennings Terrace, where her contribution to this city’s story was acknowledged by Aurora Historical Society Executive Director John Jaros.