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Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Aurora's St. Patrick’s Parade and Irish flag-raising ceremony, set to be its largest yet, will celebrate the city's heritage and honor the late Daniel D. Dolan, with nearly 30 participants expected. The Beacon-News
- ➤ Hollywood Casino-Aurora, in partnership with Aurora's Office of Economic Development, is hosting a job fair on March 15 to fill more than 50 positions, offering on-the-spot interviews and potential job offers. The Beacon-News
- ➤ The Aurora City Council is considering a proposal by Lennar Homes for Abbey Meadows, a 220-unit townhouse development near Marmion Academy, aiming for final approval to begin construction this year. The Beacon-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Aurora's A-Town House Music Fest is scheduled for June 14 at Wilder Park, featuring acclaimed DJs, food trucks, and the Percolator Dance Contest. The Beacon-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Aurora art teacher Laura Lynne creatively adapts to teaching both online and in person, emphasizing nature in her curriculum to connect with students. The Beacon-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kane County Health Department introduces a virtual training program to enable healthcare providers to effectively prescribe and manage buprenorphine, enhancing treatment accessibility for opioid use disorder. Kane County Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aurora Christian's boys basketball team, led by juniors Jacob Baumann and Asa Johnson, narrowly lost the Class 1A NIU Supersectional game 51-43 to Lanark Eastland, despite a valiant defensive effort and growth from their sophomore starters. The Beacon-News
- ➤ Marshawn Cocroft's impactful debut season with Kaneland's boys basketball team helped them achieve a historic 32-win season and their first sectional title since 1982, despite a loss to DePaul Prep in the Class 3A Hoffman Estates Supersectional. The Beacon-News
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Women of Aurora Networking Luncheon
The Women of Aurora Networking event offers a platform for purpose-driven women in business to connect, collaborate, and grow through monthly luncheons featuring speakers and networking opportunities.
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Danielle Nicole Live at The Venue
Danielle Nicole, an accomplished singer and songwriter known for her blues music, will perform live at The Venue in Aurora, Illinois.
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The Fabulous Thunderbirds Live Performance
The Fabulous Thunderbirds, an iconic American band known for their energetic blend of musical styles, will perform at The Venue in Aurora, Illinois, featuring their classic hits and newer material.
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Live Music with Sean McConnell and Dave Hause
The Venue in Aurora, Illinois is hosting an evening of live music featuring singer-songwriters Sean McConnell and Dave Hause, showcasing their unique styles and lyrical depth.
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