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Friday, December 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Aurora Cosmopolitan Club, despite its small membership, significantly contributes to the community by battling diabetes, donating to local causes, and funding service dogs for children with Type 1 diabetes.  The Beacon-News
  • CASA Kane County's Holiday Giving Program seeks community participation to provide gifts and support for over 640 children in foster care, emphasizing the impact of collective generosity.  Daily Herald

CULTURE NEWS

  • A live event from Christkindlmarket Aurora will showcase food, gifts, and experiences available at the market.  City of Aurora
  • The Fox Valley Festival Chorus celebrates 75 years with a holiday concert featuring classical and festive music in Aurora on Dec. 8.  Kane County Chronicle

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Aurora City Council is scheduled to vote on a $256,291 addendum to the HR Green, Inc. contract for roadwork associated with the Hollywood Casino-Aurora resort project, part of a broader plan through 2050.  The Beacon-News

HEALTH NEWS

  • SunFed Produce recalls cucumbers across 26 states, including Illinois, due to a salmonella outbreak affecting 68 people.  NBC Chicago

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Batavia is set to introduce a new indoor pickleball facility named Pickled!, featuring 12 courts, sports simulators, and a lounge area, aiming to open by mid-December.  Kane County Chronicle

SPORTS NEWS

  • Matt Kickel, once a walk-on at Arizona State, has improved his prospects of playing professional football by excelling at Aurora University both in sports and academics.  The Beacon-News
  • Evan Matkovich of West Aurora wins 12-0 against East Aurora’s Joaquin Ramirez, signaling a driven off-season development and a focused ambition towards higher achievements in wrestling.  The Beacon-News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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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.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Beverly Sills

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