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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At a June 4 event at its local facility in Aurora, Factor donated five refrigerated vans and ready-to-eat meals to local hunger relief organizations — including Northern Illinois Food Bank, Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry, Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry, Loaves & Fishes Community Services, and Kendall County Food Pantry — to help fight food insecurity. Daily Herald
- ➤ Community events this weekend in Kane County include a Queer Icons of Horror show at Sidecar Supper Club (Friday 7-11 p.m.), a free screening of Dog Man at Pottawatomie Park Amphitheatre (Friday 8:25 p.m.), a Flag Day celebration at Batavia City Hall (Saturday 1-6 p.m.), and Swedish heritage programming at Geneva Public Library (Saturday 2-3 p.m.). In Aurora, A-Town House Music Fest starts at Wilder Park on Saturday at 4 p.m. featuring local and national DJs. Kane County Chronicle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Prime Healthcare, which acquired eight Ascension hospitals in March, began cutting around 100 non-union jobs at its Chicago area hospitals and clinics last week and will finish by next month. A spokesperson said the cuts target duplicated roles and workers can apply for over 900 open positions—Illinois senators have raised concerns about patient care access. NBC Chicago
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Suburbs are planning Juneteenth celebrations starting Saturday, June 14, with events in Aurora, Naperville, Skokie and more that will include crafts, live music and community exhibits to honor the end of slavery in the United States. Aurora will have a flag-raising ceremony on Thursday, June 19 at One Aurora Plaza as part of the ongoing festivities. Daily Herald
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Outdoor Show: Led Zeppelin vs Pink Floyd Live!
7 p.m. — The Piazza — Tickets vary — Rock the night away under the stars with top tribute acts for Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.
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A-Town House Music Fest 2025
3-11 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Details coming soon — Get ready for an unforgettable night with amazing beats from local and national DJs.
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Still Not Friday 10th Anniversary: Featuring Kyle Kinane!
7-11 p.m. — 205 N Broadway, Aurora, IL — $39.50 + fees — Celebrate a decade of comedy with Kyle Kinane bringing the laughs alongside Kristen Toomey and Adam Burke.
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El Hitta Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of live music with El Hitta and Ace The Don.
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Moonshine Bros Live Concert
7 p.m.–12 a.m. — The Piazza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant outdoor show featuring live music from the Moonshine Bros.
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Liquid Soul Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Venue — General Admission — Experience an outdoor musical performance regardless of the weather.
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Bingo Night
11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. — 307 Banbury Rd, North Aurora, IL — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with bingo, popcorn, and prizes in a lighthearted atmosphere.
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Aurora 4th of July Fireworks & Parade 2025
6-9:45 p.m. — McCullough Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant parade and spectacular fireworks display.
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Always Loretta - The Ultimate Loretta Lynn Tribute Show
5-6:30 p.m. — Arcada Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legacy of Loretta Lynn with an intimate evening of songs and stories from the legend herself.
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Chris Knight Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience Chris Knight's return with heartwarming storytelling and his latest album Almost Daylight.
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