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DuPage County Food Pantry Directory
Food pantries in DuPage County serve thousands of area families every year; there are nearly fifty pantries serving the county. If you are looking for food assistance or wanting to make a donation to a local pantry, the list below is a great starting-point. Whenever possible, we have linked the food pantry named to their […]
2011 Trick-or-Treating Hours for DuPage County
Here are the official 2011 trick-or-treating hours as set by the villages of DuPage County. Please note that some villages do not have mandated trick-or-treating hours, a link to more information has been provided when available.
Illinois Ban on Electronics Disposal Begins in 2012
Did you know that beginning January 1, 2012, you will no longer be allowed to dispose of electronic equipment in the trash? Illinois has passed the Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, which mandates that most consumer electronics be recycled. Trash collection agencies will no longer accept these items and will incur fines from the Illinois EPA if they do.
A Look at DuPage County Home Values
Throughout the nation, homeowners have felt the sting of declining home values for some time now. A stagnant economy and lack of available jobs have only compounded the issue. Where are home values at in DuPage County? Let’s take a look at the average single-family home values throughout DuPage County…
Glen Ellyn Restaurants Donating to Food Pantry
Glen Ellyn restaurants are donating 10% of there Wednesday, August 17th earnings to the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry. If you live in the Glen Ellyn area, why not get dinner out tomorrow? Fill your belly and the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry’s shelves while you do it!
Live Jazz Music in DuPage County
There are a number of venues throughout DuPage County that regularly host live jazz artists and bands. If you are a jazz enthusiast trying to find nearby, suburban venues to see and hear jazz, the following list of bars and restaurants should point you in the right direction. Check out each venues’ website for more […]
DuPage County Fair 2011 – Fun for Everyone
The DuPage County Fair 2011 begins tomorrow, Wednesday, July 27th and continues through Sunday, July 31st. Located in Wheaton, at County Farm Rd. and Manchester, the DuPage County Fairgrounds will play host to thousands of fun-seekers from in and around DuPage County.
Tornado Warning in DuPage County – Storm Safety Revisited
With the potential for severe thunderstorms and tornado producing systems to form throughout the summer, it’s a good idea to review storm safety and preparedness.
2011 Fourth of July Fireworks List
The 4th of July is coming up quickly. Be sure to check the event dates as many villages in DuPage are having their firework shows on the weekend prior to July 4th. Here is a list of firework displays throughout DuPage County. More locations and details will be added as information becomes available.
DuPage PADS Opens New Client Service Center
DuPage PADS had a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday to celebrate the grand opening of their Client Service Center located at 703 W. Liberty Drive in Wheaton. DuPage PADS is charitable organization that started just over 25 years ago. Initially, the PADS mission was to provide emergency shelter for the homeless in DuPage County. Over the two […]
