Column: Veterans Day events in Aurora always moving, patriotic
My favorite city-sponsored event in Aurora has always been its Veterans Day activities and tributes. The celebration never fails to be a true patriotic experience for me.
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Column: East Aurora High School Marching Band ‘truly the Pride of the East Side’
As the new school year began recently, the band is well past the century mark, and is in its 109th year. It has progressed in terms of membership, musical skill...
Column: Great friend passes away, but memories remain strong
My friend John Fabrizius passed away in August at the age of 73.
Column: Gathering of Marmion Class of 1965 grads makes memories come alive
Many memories came alive again recently when nine members of the Marmion Class of 1965 attended their 60th class reunion.
Column: Fox Valley Festival Chorus the area’s musical ambassadors to the world
The Fox Valley Festival Chorus returned recently from a 10-day musical tour of Paris, Chartres and the Normandy region of France.
Column: Warren Smith left a shining legacy in Aurora
Aurora's Warren Smith, who died in 2023, is remembered for his devotion to Catholic schools in the city.
Column: Wyeth family a hit in its contributions to Aurora baseball and the community
The Wyeth family through its work in baseball in Aurora has provided positive and constructive life experiences for hundreds of area youngsters.
Column: East-West basketball rivalry in Aurora stands the test of time
The basketball rivalry is and always will be intense, but everyone has always seemed to have fun and to display friendship with former rivals during the annual alumni games.
Column: Former Aurora police officer remembered for his work at East Aurora High School
Retired Aurora Police Officer Joe Beyke passed away in February at age 81.
Column: Couple enjoy serving the public at Kane County Clerk’s Satellite Office in Aurora
Rene and Mary Romero have worked at the Aurora Satellite Office of the Kane County clerk since it opened almost seven years ago.