Thursday, November 7th, 2024

Clicking on sponsored links in our newsletter—and supporting our sponsors—is one of the best ways to support Daily Aurora.
Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, together with LV Cares, will provide an early Thanksgiving dinner and winter clothes for those in need on Nov. 9. Daily Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire rendered a townhouse on Aurora's East Side uninhabitable, with no injuries as the home was empty, and the cause is under investigation. The Beacon-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Aurora's Mexican community gathered downtown to honor Dia de Los Muertos with traditional performances and a fashion show, celebrating the cultural tradition annually. Daily Herald
- ➤ The City of Lights Film Festival in downtown Aurora announces all three screening locations are within walking distance, inviting attendees to arrive on foot, bike, or car and to purchase tickets online. City of Aurora
- ➤ The Association for Individual Development invites the public to a free event on Nov. 13 to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with presentations and discussions led by Sonia Richardson. Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters in DuPage and Will counties overwhelmingly approved a $420 million bond proposal for Indian Prairie School District 204 to fund safety, maintenance, and operational efficiency improvements across all schools. The Beacon-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A recent lottery determined the order of candidates on the ballot for the upcoming 2025 city election, with Ald. John Laesch securing the top spot for the mayor's race. The Beacon-News
- ➤ The Aurora City Council plans to vote on a $19.5 million roadwork contract and a $1.9 million engineering contract, aimed at supporting the Hollywood Casino-Aurora resort and other developments, with discussions on funding options to minimize taxpayer impact. The Beacon-News
- ➤ Kane County Forest Preserve District receives a boost from voters approving a tax increase, enabling future growth and preservation efforts. The Beacon-News
- ➤ Kane County election results indicate incumbents may retain positions for county board chair and state's attorney, but the coroner role could see a change with Democratic challenger Monica Silva leading against Republican incumbent Rob Russell. The Beacon-News
WELLNESS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Tired of sugary, artificial electrolyte mixes? NativePath Hydrate delivers clean, all-natural hydration with essential electrolytes, vitamins, minerals, and muscle-supporting BCAAs. Deliciously sweetened—naturally—and made with premium ingredients, NativePath Hydrate is available risk-free: try it today, protected by their 12-month guarantee. NativePath
Clicking on sponsored links in our newsletter—and supporting our sponsors—is one of the best ways to support Daily Aurora.
-
City of Lights Film Festival - Opening Night
Experience a glamorous night at the City of Lights Film Festival where you can walk the red carpet and connect with fellow film enthusiasts.
-
Jason Benefield Concert at Brother Chimp Brewing
Experience a live performance by Jason Benefield at Brother Chimp Brewing in North Aurora.
-
First Annual Flannel Formal Fundraiser for Housing Support
Experience an evening of fun and community spirit with great brews, live music, and raffles while supporting safe housing initiatives for Veterans, seniors, and children.
-
Frozen - The Musical at Paramount Theatre
Experience the enchanting regional premiere of Disney's Frozen, a magical musical journey through Arendelle highlighting sisterhood and self-discovery with timeless songs and breathtaking visuals.
-
Grateful Dead Tribute Night at The Venue
Experience a night dedicated to the music of the Grateful Dead, featuring talented musicians from the Chicago jam scene who will bring the iconic sound to life.
-
The Merriest Holiday Season Begins with Winter Lights Parade
Experience a festive parade featuring Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a delightful array of holiday-themed characters as they usher in the holiday season with lights and joy.
-
Too Hype Crew: A Celebration of Hip-Hop Classics
Experience an electrifying night filled with live music and dance as Too Hype Crew brings the best of old-school hip-hop, featuring hits from iconic artists of the 90s.
-
Buffalo Nichols Concert in Aurora
Experience an evening of live music with Buffalo Nichols at The Venue, featuring his latest album, 'The Fatalist'.
-
The Great Gingerbread Bake-Off at Eola Community Center
Experience a festive evening of family bonding and creativity as you compete to build and decorate a gingerbread house for the chance to win fun prizes.
-
Breakfast with Santa at White Eagle Golf Club
Celebrate the holiday season with breakfast, Christmas cheer, and a special appearance by Santa hosted by TWG Wealth Planning.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

All-Natural Electrolyte Hydration, Zero Sugar Added
Did you know that dehydration isn't just about needing water—it's about losing essential electrolytes and amino acids? There’s more to it than just your activity level—like climate and medical conditions. You don’t have to be a marathon runner to reap the benefits of Native Hydrate.
Native Hydrate combines 14 vitamins and minerals, all 9 essential amino acids, and crucial electrolytes your body needs daily, without all that sugar.
Sweating drains your body's key electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium. Replenishing them doesn't just quench thirst—it boosts your energy, muscle recovery, heart function, and digestion, all while reducing brain fog and fatigue.
Native Hydrate goes even further, packing 2,000mg of muscle-loving BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids)—L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine—to enhance muscle growth and speed recovery after workouts.
Sweetened naturally, Native Hydrate offers deliciously refreshing flavors with zero sugar, calories, or artificial ingredients. Plus, we source only the highest quality, bioavailable nutrients—including Himalayan salt, avoiding microplastic contamination common in other electrolyte drinks.
Start your day hydrated, elevate your workouts, bounce back from a long night out, or eliminate travel fatigue.
Try Native Hydrate risk-free today with their 12-month money-back guarantee—if you don’t love it, they'll refund your purchase.
Clicking on sponsored links in our newsletter—and supporting our sponsors—is one of the best ways to support Daily Aurora.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
About Daily Aurora
Daily Aurora is a community newsletter sharing current events in Aurora, Illinois. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Aurora community, and support local organizations. If you like Daily Aurora, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Aurora.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Aurora and across Illinois. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Aurora community.
We help people in Aurora save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Aurora, about Aurora, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Aurora
A free Aurora community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Daily Aurora. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyaurora.com/sitemap