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Monday, May 18th, 2026

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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Illinois Department of Public Health advises residents to secure screens and remove standing water to lower West Nile virus risk, which can be severe for people aged 60 and older (and those with weakened immune systems). It also recommends protective clothing and approved repellents when outdoors.  Kane County Chronicle

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts Concert

    8-10 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience a night of rock and soul with Miles Nielsen and The Rusted Hearts in downtown Aurora.

    Sat, 5/23/26

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  • Album Covers: The Who - Live At Leeds

    7-9 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience The Who's iconic live album performed by a talented lineup in a community-focused venue.

    Sun, 5/31/26

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  • Fox Valley World Cup Festival

    11 AM – 1 PM — Fox Valley Mall — Free entry — Celebrate soccer history with games and activities at this exciting World Cup Festival.

    Sat, 6/6/26

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  • The Arcadian Wild Concert

    7-10 p.m. — The Venue — $25-$30 — Experience indie folk/pop melodies from The Arcadian Wild in an intimate setting.

    Wed, 6/10/26

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  • Intro to Lighting & Portraiture - 2 Day Boot Camp

    9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — PROCAM Photo & Video Gear | Chicago - Aurora — Fee applies — Enhance your photography skills with hands-on learning in lighting techniques.

    Sat, 6/13/26

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  • The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Screening

    7-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre, Aurora — Tickets $1 cash only — Join the adventure in Narnia as Lucy, her siblings, and Aslan face off against the White Witch.

    Mon, 6/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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