Annual Holiday Lights Go Up in Downtown Naperville

Thanksgiving week is here, the sky is dark early, so that means the holidays are here in downtown Naperville and the streets are dazzling with light. “Downtown Naperville is lit up. Behind me, as you can see, we are getting ready to get into the holiday season and we’re actually in the holiday season. Downtown… Read more »

Inflation Weighing On Naperville School District 203’s Tax Levy Proposal

With inflationary pressures and other factors in play, Naperville School District 203 officials are anticipating using the state’s 5% maximum public schools tax cap law for next spring’s 2023 tax levy, which will be certified next month. How this will impact residents in Naperville and surrounding communities within the district’s boundaries could depend on a… Read more »

Wicked Wax Vinyl Shoppe Opens In Naperville

“I just want to nerd out with some people and talk about music, instruments and vinyl records,” said Mel Flowers, owner of Wicked Wax Vinyl Shoppe. “Going to a big box store, there’s not always going to be that person there that you can talk to about music. You can’t go into a Walmart and… Read more »

Park District Property Taxes In Naperville Could Increase

Naperville homeowners may see a rise in the Naperville Park District’s portion of their property taxes. Possible tax levy increase The Naperville Park District’s property tax levy could increase 6 percent, based on a preliminary figure unveiled at a recent board of commissioners meeting. If adopted, it would result in approximately $17 more for the… Read more »

Illumination | IPSD 204 Catalytic Converter Theft | Santa Mailbox

Illumination Starts Tomorrow Tomorrow marks the start of Illumination: Tree Lights at the Morton Arboretum. This is the 10th year for the colorful light and sound show. In honor of the 10-year anniversary, and the arboretum’s centennial, six new features have been added to the display. Those include a color-filled tunnel to guide guests into… Read more »

Timed Ticket Sales Open Soon for COD Warhol Exhibit

Timed entry tickets for the Warhol Exhibition coming to College of DuPage (COD) go on sale Dec. 3. Andy Warhol Portfolios: A Life in Pop/Works from the Bank of America Collection will begin next summer, and run from June 3 to Sept. 10. Warhol Exhibit Details The exhibit will consist of 94 works from the… Read more »

Naperville Ale Fest – Winter Edition Tickets on Sale

Ticket sales have kicked off for Naperville Ale Fest 2023 – Winter Edition. The event will take place on Feb. 25 from noon to 4 p.m. at Frontier Park, located at 3380 Cedar Glade Drive. What’s on Tap? More than 150 beers will be on tap for the Naperville Ale Fest. Organizers say there will… Read more »

Washington St. Lane Reduction | D203 Budget Adjustments | Naperville Ale Fest

Washington St. Lane Reduction Washington St. will be cut down to one lane in each direction between Osler Drive and Martin Ave. from approximately 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the installation of antenna equipment. Large vehicles should utilize alternative routes. District 203’s Adjustments to FY 2023 Budget Naperville School District 203 is going through… Read more »

Naperville Middle Schooler Takes His Piano Skills To The Regional Stage

“Piano was my favorite. You can express everything you can play anything you want in any tone and it’s beautiful. You can express your feelings to the world and also boost my confidence,” said MTNA Junior Piano competition winner Jeremy Liu. 11-year-old Naperville resident Jeremy Liu used his confidence and considerable talent to win the… Read more »

DuPage Launches 211 | Will County Election Results | Win Wishlist Contest

DuPage County Launches 211 Yesterday DuPage County launched 211, a free service to connect residents to social services, either via a hotline or a website. The 24/7 phone line will be open 365 days a year. Residents can simply dial 211 to find help with services like addiction support and rehabilitation, shelter and affordable housing… Read more »