If you’ve never had the opportunity to visit Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve in Darien, you should. The enormous preserve completely surrounds Argon National Laboratory and features a 10-mile loop trail that is perfect for runners, bicyclists, and nature-lovers alike. Read more about Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve. The photos below were taken in early summer at…
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will begin work this week on the Route 59 Expansion Project. The planned construction will affect a stretch of Route 59 from New York Street in Naperville, northward to Ferry Road in Warrenville. You can view a detailed area map of the approximately 3.5 mile length of the Route…
The DuPage County Forest Preserve District has announced this year’s “Hard-Water Classic” ice fishing tournament at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville. The tournament will take place Saturday, February 11th from noon to 3:30PM at Silver Lake. Awards will be given to those who catch the longest in bass, bluegill and crappie. An additional award will…
Be sure to check out the 6th annual Cantigny Car Show event this coming Sunday at Cantigny in Wheaton. The show starts at 9AM and is open to the public until 3PM. Enjoy great food, prizes, and entertainment as you drool over awesome vintage cars! There is a $5 parking fee, but admission to the car show is free.
Winfield Good Old Days festival begins tomorrow, Thursday, September 8th at 5PM. The family-friendly festival is one of my personal favorites of the DuPage County summer festival season, featuring a carnival, food, fun, and live entertainment.
County committee approves MECCA mosque request For the second time in 15 months, a committee of the DuPage County Board has come to a decision opposite the one reached by the Zoning Board of Appeals on a mosque request from an Islamic group. Read more on The Doings Weekly
Looking at your DuPage County property tax bill can be a bit confusing. You should know that your tax payment amount due is based on the equalized value your of your property (land and house if applicable).
Ahh, some photos from downtown Naperville in warmer times… Is it too early to be longing for summer?
Downtown Naperville (Images of America) Downtown Naperville (Images of America) Downtown Naperville is a place unlike many others because of its long, wonderful history and contemporary success. More than just a central business district, downtown Naperville is a beloved asset to many residents and gives Illinois’ fourth-largest city a small-town feel. What began in the…
Below is a list of standard sales and use tax rates for DuPage County. This list does not include all of the DuPage County taxes we pay (such as real estate taxes), but gives you an idea of how much you tax you pay when you make regular purchases in DuPage.