As we approached the intersection of IL Rt.53 and Butterfield Roads, we noticed bright yellow police-tape and many police cars. There was a small crowd of people that had formed too. Out of curiosity we stopped to find out what was going on. We pulled into a parking lot adjacent to the grassy-field that had been taped-off.
Coyote sightings are up in Naperville, and residents want to know what to do about it. A number of residents showed up at a special community forum Monday on coyotes at the Naperville Municipal Center. The event was headlined by naturalist Jack MacRae of the DuPage County Forest Preserve District, who offered a presentation on…
I recently picked up a copy of the book, Fun with the Family Illinois: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids by Lori Meek Schuldt. The book was left on a coffee table at a friend’s house and I couldn’t put it down.
I’d like to share a story with you about two good families in DuPage County. The names are made up, but the story is a very true tale of kindness and charity.. Three weeks ago, Tom and his wife, Jenny, purchased a queen-sized mattress set for their bedroom. Their old mattress set was clean, and still…
What products should you always buy in bulk for big-time savings? The list below identifies 50 products you should always buy in bulk (if you use them of course). The vast majority of these items will last five years or more when properly stored. There are very few food-stuffs on this list because I even…
Come experience an evening celebrating different cultures at the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton. Area 4-H clubs will present an event filled with culture, food, and entertainment.
Hyatt Lisle bails out Kidz Kabaret show A change in local hotel ownership nearly caused organizers of the Kidz Kabaret Center Stage Players to pull out their hair. But their New Year’s Eve performance of “Hairspray,” and a dinner/room package, will go on thanks to the Hyatt Lisle. The group initially was to have its…
I heard rumors that the Keywester closed its doors for good… I was very sad to find out that the rumors are, in fact, true.
Movie buffs rejoice! The Naperville Independent Film Festival (NIFF), an 8-day event, begins Saturday, September 18 and runs through the following Saturday, September 15th.
In this weekly feature we will present random photos from in and around DuPage County – little glimpses into the lives and places that comprise DuPage…. Dupage County Government Image by Michael Kappel Du Page County Government Center DuPage County Veterans Memorial Wheaton Illinois Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Image by DiscoverDuPage Over 25,000 acres and…
