The Morton Arboretum Launches New Tree Initiative “So trees do so many different things. It’s hard to think of anything else that returns so many more benefits than planting trees. So why don’t we do more of that,” said Gerald Donnelly, CEO of The Morton Arboretum New Tree Initiative The Morton Arboretum kicked off Earth… Read more »
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Illinois Officials Recommend Removing Bird Feeders, Baths Due To Avian Flu
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is asking the public to stop the use of bird feeders and birdbaths in their yards to help prevent the spread of avian flu, according to a press release from the IDNR. Avian Flu Detected Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) was first detected in wild Canada geese in… Read more »
Scottie Pippen Book Signing | Arboretum Tree Planting Initiative | Two Brothers Celebrates 25 Years
Scottie Pippen Book Signing Chicago Bulls great Scottie Pippen will be coming to Naperville for a book signing and photo op event. On May 2 at 7 p.m., the two-time Olympic gold medalist and NBA Hall of Famer will be at Anderson’s Bookshop at 123 West Jefferson Avenue. Pippen is promoting his new memoir, Unguarded…. Read more »
Ukraine Fundraiser Results | Willowbrook Wildlife Center | Eaglets Spotted
Ukraine Fundraiser Results With all donations tallied, thirteen downtown Naperville restaurants and food shops raised nearly $15,000 last week in support of World Central Kitchen’s work in Ukraine. The businesses pledged 25% of profits on April 12 to the cause. World Central Kitchen is currently serving hot meals in makeshift kitchens in the cities of… Read more »
Eaglets Spotted At Will County Forest Preserve
Two eaglets have been spotted at a Will County Forest Preserve. Eagle-eyed photographer Bertrand Leclercq, a regular contributor on the Will County Wildlife Facebook Group, caught a glimpse of the two in their nest and snapped some photos. Two Nests In Preserves The Forest Preserve District of Will County says there are two known eagle… Read more »
Neuqua Valley Students Talk Mental Health With Surgeon General
“It’s important that we teach young people to have the coping skills and where to find resources in their communities during these low moments because the feelings of isolation and uncertainty and questioning their self-worth doesn’t go away,” said U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood. The congresswoman was joined by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy via… Read more »
Naper Settlement $1 Million Need | Chat With The Chief | Remembering Gary Smith
Naper Settlement $1 Million Need Last night Naperville City Council decided to delay the vote on whether to increase the city budget in order to give $1 million to Naper Settlement to offset a negative fund balance. During public comment, one resident wondered what the monies would be used for, whether there would be a… Read more »
Music Connects Us All
The Aaron Williams Band and Dante 5 perform live and Dana and her industry guests chat about how music is the greatest connector.
Naperville Central’s “Drumshow” Returns To The Stage
After two years without a full performance, Naperville Central High School’s (NCHS) annual Drumshow returned to the stage for public performance. The cast, made up of 12 high school students, prepped for months ahead of performances the weekend of April 8. Welcome Return Every morning at six a.m., starting at the beginning of 2022, cast… Read more »
Maplebrook COVID Cases | New IPSD 204 Contract | Bears Sign Naperville North Alum
COVID-19 Cases at Maplebrook At last night’s Naperville School District 203 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dan Bridges addressed an increase of COVID-19 cases at Maplebrook Elementary. He said since April 8, over 90 cases of COVID were confirmed at the school. In response, the district and school has encouraged continued mask wearing, maximized air circulation… Read more »
Country Star Brett Eldredge To Perform At Ribfest
Country music star Brett Eldredge will perform at the Exchange Club of Naperville’s Ribfest this summer. The chart-topping country artist is the first headliner to be announced for the festival. Known for songs like “Don’t Ya” and “Beat of the Music,” the Paris, Illinois native will take the stage at Ribfest on Sunday, June 19…. Read more »
Hindu Civilization Exhibition Held At Fox Valley Mall
On April 16, Fox Valley Mall in Aurora was the site of Darshana Day, hosted by Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS). “Here we have organized a Hindu civilization exhibition to showcase about Hindu culture to all of our American friends and neighbors in different cities in the suburbs of Chicagoland,” said Siddesh Shevade, National Executive Director… Read more »