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Sunday, November 24th, 2024
Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The fourth annual Tom-A-Hawk Turkey Trot 5K in downtown Aurora attracted a record turnout, raising over $50,000 for educational foundations, with the race reaching its capacity and prompting organizers to consider expansion options. The Beacon-News
- ➤ Thousands attended the Winter Light Fest in downtown Aurora, marking the start of the holiday season with a parade, a new drone show, and the lighting of the city's Christmas tree. The Beacon-News
- ➤ Hank Winkler, curator at the Air Classics Museum of Aviation, is featured for his dedication to preserving aviation history through educating visitors on various aircraft, including replicas of WWII planes. Kane County Chronicle
- ➤ The Aurora Holiday Food Drive, now in its 17th year and supporting 1,300 families weekly, is in its final days and currently lagging behind last year's donations, calling for increased community participation. The Beacon-News
- ➤ The 18th Annual Aurora Festival of Lights, a free outdoor holiday light display, starts on Nov. 29 and features a mile of lighted displays and merry music at Philips Park. Shaw Local
- ➤ Jaylen Lockhart, a USPS letter carrier who saved a man's life in Aurora, was honored by lighting the official Christmas tree and celebrated with a Thanksgiving dinner invitation from the grateful Miller family. ABC7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Despite fluctuations in interest rates, Kane County's housing market remains a seller's market, dominated by low inventory and high demand, with local real estate professionals skeptical of significant change without a drastic increase in new construction. Kane County Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rosary High School in Aurora is considering its future strategies, ensuring it remains open despite Marmion Academy's transition to a co-ed model. The Beacon-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aurora, Illinois, is set to conduct a special census in March 2025 to correct a perceived undercount that may be impacting the city's revenue, with preparations beginning in February 2024. The Beacon-News
- ➤ The Aurora City Council is considering a $45,000 contract extension with Zencity Technologies to conduct four additional short-term surveys on resident attitudes towards city matters. The Beacon-News
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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.
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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.
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Brooklyn Charmers: A Tribute to Steely Dan
Brooklyn Charmers, a Chicago-based tribute band, will perform the beloved catalog of Steely Dan, renowned for their unique blend of rock and jazz.
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Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols with Strings
Experience the magic of live Christmas carols performed with beautiful string instruments in a serene candlelit setting at the New England Congregational Church.
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~ Salvador Dali
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