Friday, July 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Aurora’s Animal Care and Control Division is trying to have 50 dogs and cats adopted by the end of July. It has lowered fees to $50 for dogs and $30 for cats — the shelter at 600 S. River St. is open from noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Election staff from Madison visited Kane County Clerk John Cunningham’s office in Geneva to see a demonstration of vote-by-mail automation that saved over 10,000 staff hours processing more than 49,000 ballots in the 2024 election—Cunningham also highlighted improvements like expanded early voting and a new call center for election day issues. Kane County Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Friday Night Drive podcast hosts Josh Welge and Joel Boenitz discussed the upcoming IHSA football schedule for the western suburbs for the 2025 season, highlighting key matchups+anticipated games. Their conversation offered insight for fans+emphasizing future contests. Kane County Chronicle
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Frida Fest
10 AM – 8 PM — Fox Valley Mall — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant life and artwork of Frida Kahlo with art, music, and dance performances.
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All Pets Wellness Center Adoption Event
11 AM - 3 PM — All Pets Wellness Centers — Adoption fees may apply — Discover your new furry friend at this community-focused pet adoption celebration.
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Free Outdoor Show with Yankee Cowboy
7-10 p.m. — The Piazza, Aurora — Free admission — Enjoy a boot-stompin' night of high-energy country hits and Southern rock under the stars.
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Paint a Birdhouse Workshop
10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Growing Place Garden Center — $20 — Decorate a wooden birdhouse and add charm to your garden with paints and embellishments.
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WWE Trivia Night at The Piazza
7-10 p.m. — The Piazza — Free to play — Test your WWE knowledge in an epic trivia night featuring themed prizes and a full bar.
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Garden After Hours: Plant Bingo!
5-7 p.m. — The Growing Place Garden Center — No reservations needed — Enjoy bingo and drinks in the garden with fun prizes and food from a food truck.
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North Aurora Days Festival
August 1st-2nd — North Aurora Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with family-friendly activities along the Fox River.
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Laurel Canyon Collective Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sounds of the Laurel Canyon Collective and enjoy a night of music.
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Om Chamber: Group Mantra Chanting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — 1222 Private Events — Sliding scale donations — Experience the transformative power of group mantra chanting to elevate consciousness and promote wellness.
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Free Outdoor Show Featuring Soundstar
7-9 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Free admission — Enjoy a night of rock covers from top artists in an outdoor setting.
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