Thursday, July 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sugar Grove police arrested 47-year-old Marc Wiskur—who turned himself in—on charges of leaving the scene of an accident that killed 69-year-old Elaine Zielke when she was walking her dog on Oct. 12; he is in Kane County jail and will have a preliminary hearing on July 30. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ Officials warn that text messages citing 'State Code 15c-16.003' are scams designed to steal personal and financial information—Illinois Secretary of State Giannoulias and local law enforcement urge residents to ignore these messages and report them to the Federal Trade Commission. NBC Chicago
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lauren Carlini, a West Aurora High School graduate who served as an offensive analyst last season, has been promoted to full-time assistant coach by Wisconsin volleyball head coach Kelly Sheffield—she brings a decorated career and 2024 Olympic silver medal experience to the role. Gary White is now the director of player personnel and analytics, and John Shondell has been added as an assistant coach. Daily Herald
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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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Taste the Maze at Abbey Farms
4-9 p.m. — Abbey Farms — $65 general admission, $45 designated driver — Experience craft beer tastings and a hearty farm-fresh dinner in a giant corn maze with live music.
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Saint Astro Concert
8:30 p.m. — Two Brothers Roundhouse — Ticket price TBD — Experience an electrifying night of rock and roll with SAINT ASTRO live on stage.
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