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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora will bless students’ backpacks and adults’ work bags at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17 — a service that will be followed by a fellowship hour. The church is also collecting extra backpacks to help community members in need as the new school year approaches. Daily Herald
- ➤ Mike and Mary Schroeck have partnered with DuPage Foundation to start a permanent grant fund that will help local nonprofits fight food shortage and housing problems. They have given a lot to groups like Hesed House, Loaves & Fishes and Brightside Theatre—showing their deep commitment to the community. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Blackjack’s Gentlemen’s Club in St. Charles Township requested a review of its liquor license denial and threatened to sue Kane County for a First Amendment violation after a tie vote led to the decision; the commission will reconsider the request today at 11:30 a.m. at the Government Center—following heated comments and a disputed vote in June. Kane County Chronicle
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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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Alley Art Festival
12-5 p.m. — Water Street Mall — Free entry — Celebrate local art, music, and food at this vibrant festival for 15 years running.
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