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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paramount School of the Arts will stage The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical on June 27 and June 28 at the historic Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora with more than 50 students bringing Greek mythology to life. Tickets are $15 and the show lasts 75 minutes with no intermission — professional staff have led intensive rehearsals to prepare the cast. Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indian Prairie Unit District 204 has started a $143 million renovation at Waubonsie Valley High School to improve building circulation and bring in more natural light. The plan features a new open atrium, a shifted main office, a temporary cafeteria for the 2026-27 school year, and stadium upgrades set to start in spring 2026 — most work will occur during summer breaks to lessen impact on the school year. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 10, Kane County’s board approved a $353,071 purchase of a Boston Dynamics Spot mobile robot from FlyMotion LLC—replacing its 27-year-old bomb squad robot—to help disable bombs and perform other tasks while keeping deputies safe. Kane County Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Aurora's baseball captain Zach Toma pitched a no-hitter in a 9-0 win over Joliet Central two weeks into the season by striking out 20 of 22 batters and also got two hits to help his team reach a 27-8 record. The two-way player — with a 7-2 record and a 1.39 ERA so far — was named Daily Herald All Area Fox Valley baseball captain and will play on a summer travel squad in Alabama this weekend. Daily Herald
- ➤ Owen Roberts helped lead Waubonsie Valley to its first sectional title since 2005 by posting a 0.48 ERA and a .367 batting average during his standout senior season—he was named captain of the DuPage County All-Area baseball team and will join Indiana State this summer to continue both pitching and hitting. Daily Herald
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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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MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the thrill of Michael Jackson's greatest hits performed live with stunning visuals and talented artists.
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Live & Uncorked – Brady Lee
7-9 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — $10/$12 day-of — Enjoy a BYOB evening filled with great music in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Heartless - A Tribute to Heart
8-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Heartless revives the classic hits of Heart for an unforgettable night of rock nostalgia.
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