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H.E.L.P. (Homes for Endangered and Lost Pets Cat Adoption Day

Saturday, June 18, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Healthy Pet, 2620 N. Farnsworth Ave. Aurora, IL ... Full story

Swedish Midsommar Festival Celebrates 100 Years

Sunday, June 19, All Day Good Templar Park, 526 East Side Drive, Geneva, IL ... Full story

Swedish Days

Tuesday, June 21, All Day Downtown Geneva, 3rd & State streets ... Full story

Geneva declares future intent to purchase library building

Geneva officials are moving closer to a deal that may allow City Hall to gain needed space while preserving the character of a historic city building. ... Full story

DuPage United takes aim at forest district spending

Having taken partial credit for the recent restructuring of the DuPage Water Commission, a local nonprofit taxpayer and social services advocacy group has set its sights on another government agency. ... Full story

Cantigny’s Art in Bloom festival goes interactive

On Father’s Day weekend, more than 75 artists will display their work among the blooming gardens of Cantigny Park in Wheaton. ... Full story

Chicago casting call for next Superman movie

The makers of the next Superman movie are hiring people in and around Chicago to share the screen with Krypton’s favorite son. ... Full story

Stolen laptops could put West student, staff information at risk

Aurora resident Joy Smith was shocked when she opened her mail a few days ago. ... Full story

Aurora trees felled as ash borer spreads

Every morning Mike Fitzpatrick walks through his tree-filled neighborhood, relishing the shade. Lush, green trees line Charleston Drive, just off of Indian Trail, where he has lived for decades. ... Full story

Sunscreen makers face new test for cancer-protection claims

Sunscreens will have to pass a test from U.S. regulators before they can claim protection against skin cancer under a new rule. Starting next year, only sunscreens proven to protect against both ultraviolet A and B rays with SPF values of 15 or higher may be marketed as reducing the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging, the Food and Drug Administration said today. ... Full story

Autism Fundraising Carnival set at Pottawatomie Park

A fundraiser for a nonprofit organization, Autism Movement, is set from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles. ... Full story

This weekend’s Blues on the Fox draws acts from ‘Made in Aurora’

This weekend’s Blues on the Fox Festival will feature plenty of local music acts in addition to headliners Buddy Guy and The Robert Cray Band. ... Full story

Federal sewer regulations will mean higher water bills for Aurorans

Aurora residents will soon see a new line item on their water bills and few more dollars in the total. ... Full story

St. Charles plans open house on Route 64 reconstruction

The City of St. Charles will host an open house to present plans for the reconstruction of Route 64. The open house will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 27 in City Council Chambers at City Hall, 2 E. Main St. in St. Charles. ... Full story

McConnaughay to seek state Senate?

Thanks to a partisan redistricting process that carved up Kane County in a new way, the county’s chief executive might soon opt to pursue a different office. ... Full story

DuPage Symphony Announces 2011 Summer Concerts

The DSO performs two summer celebration concerts this summer in the lovely outdoor settings of Naperville’s Community Concert Center in Central Park and Wheaton’s Cantigny Park. Bring your friends and neighbors to these fun-filled, family friendly programs that include festive and lively orchestra favorites. ... Full story

MidSommar Festival

June 21-26 ... Full story

Geneva declares future intent to purchase library building

Geneva officials are moving closer to a deal that may allow City Hall to gain needed space while preserving the character of a historic city building. ... Full story

McCaskey to sign book in Geneva

McCaskey to sign book in Geneva Patrick McCaskey, senior director of the Chicago Bears Organization, will be signing his book, “Sports and Faith,” from 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 23 at Pax Vobiscum, in Berry House Shops at Franklin & Third streets. ... Full story

HondaJet eyes 2012 for planned groundbreaking at Aurora airport

Tighter restrictions and security requirements in commercial air traffic are just some of the reasons officials at HondaJet say their planned facility is already being called a success. ... Full story

ECC board approves budget for FY2012

If you put Elgin Community College’s budget for current fiscal year 2011 side-by-side with the budget for upcoming fiscal year 2012, they’d be about identical, said Sharon Konny, the college’s vice president of business and finance. ... Full story

Yorkville reauthorizes special $8.25-a-month water fee to meet bond obligations

The City Council here reauthorized the water infrastructure and improvement fee designed to help the city meet bond payments in its water fund. ... Full story

Aurora launches NEW effort to fund pre-kindergarten education

Most of the discussions about education focus on high school and college diplomas. But the key to schooling success may start much earlier: Children who are behind when they start kindergarten are less likely to graduate from high school or go to college, more likely to end up as teen mothers, or commit violent crimes. ... Full story

EPA investigating roofing work at Yorkville chapel

The good news for the Chapel on the Green is that is has a new roof. ... Full story

Fox River races drew thousands in ’30s, ’40s

The Thunder on the Fox races that are expected to draw thousands to the Fox River may have some wondering about the popularity of water sports on the Fox River in earlier years. ... Full story

Suit alleges gender,  age abuse at work

A former school principal has filed a federal lawsuit against District 304 alleging officials discriminated against her for her age and gender in a two-year campaign of abuse. ... Full story

Red Gate Bridge opposition builds

The work to build a new bridge across the Fox River on the city’s north side could begin as soon as this summer. ... Full story

Riverfest crowds enjoy food, music, fun

Amie Koziol balanced her daughter, Nora, 3, on her shoulders, with son Aden, 7, standing nearby, after just finishing some carnival rides Saturday at the 29th Pride of the Fox Riverfest in St. Charles. Nora’s face was painted with a pink bunny nose with blue whiskers and Adan’s face sported an orange and green snake. ... Full story

Classroom critters help to teach responsibility, respect — and literacy?

Kelsey Hamblin trailed behind Hercules and Houdini as the two box turtles made lazy laps around special education teacher Randy Monger’s classroom at Otter Creek Elementary School here. Almost immediately, the 5-year-old had reasoned which was “the mommy turtle” and which was “the baby turtle.” ... Full story

Plane’s owner: we’ve lost a national treasure

The owner of the Liberty Belle was disheartened Monday morning at what he called the loss of a “national treasure.” Don Brooks was still reeling from the news around 2 p.m. as he talked about the plane from inside his Georgia auto body shop. ... Full story

Aurora growing green with quartet of events

Paddlesport Festival Chris Hanson stood along the shores of Mastodon Lake watching her 12-year-old son Stuart paddle his way through a canoe lesson Saturday morning. ... Full story

Open house June 21 to learn about preserving the Naperville Police Department's history

Community members can learn how they can donate or loan materials to preserve the Naperville Police Department’s history at an informational meeting to be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 21 at Naper Settlement’s Pre-Emption House Tavern, 523 S. Webster St. (corner of Webster Street and Aurora Avenue) in Naperville. ... Full story

Opening Day at the Geneva Green Market

“How have you been?” The French baker smiles wide as my four year old and I approach his table of crusty breads and pastries. ... Full story

WWII bomber crashes near Aurora, all 7 aboard said to be OK

A vintage World War II bomber crashed and burned in a field southeast of Aurora Municipal Airport this morning, but the seven people on board escaped without injury, according to aviation officials. ... Full story

'Shakespeare's Swords' set at Messenger Public Library

"Shakespeare's Swords" is set from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Messenger Public Library of North Aurora, 113 Oak St. ... Full story

Twenty-eight seek a seat on Metra board

Seven more Kane County residents put their names forward to be appointed to the Metra Board of Directors over the weekend, bringing the final tally to 28. ... Full story

Program offers free lunches for Elgin kids

The city’s Park and Recreation Department, Northern Illinois Food Bank and several local churches are teaming up to provide free nutritious lunches to local youths this summer. ... Full story

SC East sports financial audit set

An independent financial audit of the St. Charles East High School Athletic Department should clear up any rumors of impropriety swirling around the community, officials said. ... Full story

Parking changes in store soon for downtown Elgin

As the PowerPoint presentation Thursday evening put it, “the city and the Downtown Neighborhood Association are looking at ways to make visiting and operating a business in downtown easier when it comes to parking for patrons and employees.” ... Full story

Batavia seeks ways to pay for maintaining beautification projects

City staff this week raised the issue of a special service area to maintain downtown streetscape improvements that are being planned. ... Full story

AHA gets all vouchers needed for Jericho residents’ move

The Aurora Housing Authority has received all 93 relocation housing vouchers for Jericho Circle residents, according to Jean Federman, AHA executive director. ... Full story

Aurora’s Irvin considering run in 11th Congressional

Aurora Alderman-at-large Richard Irvin is considering a run for Congress. ... Full story

Open houses mark AID’s 50 years of training, counseling and putting disabled people to work

In 1961, the parents of eight mentally disabled children in Aurora were frustrated that the Aurora schools offered no special classes or programs to help their kids. So with one teacher and one classroom, in a since-demolished recreation building at 5 Fox St., they founded a nonprofit educational group called the Aurora Association for the Mentally Retarded. ... Full story

Batavia event to teach  you how to stay green

Those who attend today’s Batavia Green Walk in downtown Batavia can purchase organic food, hear energy tips and get face to face with colorfully painted bulldog statues. ... Full story

District 303, police probe athletic fundraising at St. Charles East

St. Charles East Football Boosters’ efforts last year to raise $165,500 for a high-end scoreboard at Norris Stadium now have resulted in accusations of theft, and school officials have scheduled an audit. ... Full story

Cars dominate First Street

First Street in downtown St. Charles will be all about transportation during the three days of Riverfest. ... Full story

Juneteenth will feature culture and history

The 10th Annual Juneteenth celebration will fill Elgin's Festival Park with more music, food and fun than ever before — at least that's what organizers are hoping. ... Full story

Green fest promotes recycling, eco-friendly living

Even at a distance it is clear that this is no typical guitar. ... Full story

More shows, more variety at Aurora’s Paramount Theatre

Musical tickets already are for sale; single-show tickets for other performances go on sale June 13. Call (630) 896-6666 or visit paramountaurora.com. ... Full story

Four Saturday events contribute to ‘green scene’ in Aurora

On Saturday, area residents can learn about the environment and take part in the “green scene” at various locations in Aurora. ... Full story

Aurora families’ Hungerpalooza will help feed body and spirit on Friday

Aurora resident Jim Danielson woke up with inspiration for a name for a “party with a purpose.” That name became Hungerpalooza, a play on the popular music concert Lollapalooza. ... Full story

Batavia seels ways to pay for maintaining beautification projects

City staff this week raised the issue of a special service area to maintain downtown streetscape improvements that are being planned. ... Full story

Batavia family first to get approval of backyard chicken operation

Batavia’s first family of backyard egg-laying hens has passed inspection with flying colors. ... Full story

Rail safety enforcement in Elgin Thursday

The railroad crossing on Kimball Street here will be among numerous crossings in the United States and 44 other countries where authorities today will be emphasizing both driver and pedestrian safety. ... Full story

ECC still seeking to close deal on safety center land

It’s the last major project Elgin Community College will break ground on using funds from its April 2009 referendum. But it has a final few hurdles to clear first. ... Full story

Pride of the Fox Riverfest rolls into St. Charles Friday

This weekend’s 29th annual Pride of the Fox Riverfest will include longtime favorites such as the dragon boat races and the water ski show, along with a host of new activities. ... Full story

U46 may have one school too many

As School District U46 students celebrated their last, one-hour-long day of school Wednesday morning, a death sentence hung over some of the mobile classroom units its schools have been relying on in the past decade. And a question has been raised about whether the district even still needs all the indoor classrooms it has. ... Full story

Garden Walk plans to ‘Celebrate Geneva’

A festive theme is in place for the Geneva Garden Club’s Garden Walk, which takes place Friday and Saturday. Events are set at the Geneva History Center, as well as the five highlighted gardens in the city. ... Full story

Lazarus House welcomes visitors for open house

From Lazarus House’s staff members to many of its volunteers, Executive Director Liz Eakins said she has heard from many who have been drawn to the St. Charles homeless shelter. ... Full story

Increase in Batavia sculpture prize money supported

The city council’s City Services Committee on Tuesday recommended increasing the prize money for designing a second sculpture for the Wilson Street bridge to entice more artists to enter the competition. ... Full story

Elburn creates ﬁrst police commission

Earlier this year, village officials received official notice that Elburn’s population had surged well past 5,000. ... Full story

Special tax mulled to help downtown improvements

Batavia aldermen have started to discuss whether to create a special service area to maintain improvements planned as part of a downtown streetscape plan. ... Full story

Cool weather expected  for annual event in Batavia

The 800 people signed up to participate in Sunday’s Batavia Triathlon and Duathlon can consider themselves fortunate – weather reports suggest there will be cool conditions for the event. ... Full story

Census: Marriage still the norm in Fox Valley

With release of the first 2010 census figures in February, we found out Elgin had become the eighth-largest city in Illinois (and fifth largest in metropolitan Chicago); that Pingree Grove’s 3,554 percent growth rate made it one of the fastest-growing towns in the country; that for the first time, Elgin had slightly more Hispanics than non-Hispanic whites; and that the Fox Valley’s Asian population was growing rapidly. ... Full story

Batavia unleashing its arty bulldogs

Twenty-five larger-than-life fiberglass bulldogs decorated by artists from thorughout the region will be unleashed in downtown Batavia this weekend. ... Full story

Montgomery couple uses wind turbine to generate electricity

Lilly and Mark Sullivan are going greener by making a major addition to their home. ... Full story

St. Charles denies beer sales at golf course

Aldermen voted 8-2 Monday evening to deny a Class D-3 liquor license to the park district-owned nine-hole golf course. ... Full story

St. Charles City Council prepares for new development plan

St. Charles officials this week initiated the process of creating a new comprehensive plan that will help guide development in the city over the next two decades. ... Full story

Batavia Park District Kicks Off Free Concert Series June 22

The Batavia Park District is offering more chances for you to enjoy free concerts on the Riverwalk this summer! The 2011 River Rhapsody Concert Series will feature eight nights of musical entertainment for your family. ... Full story

National Outdoors Day at Peaceful Parlour

Peaceful Parlour, 212 S. Third St., Geneva & Planet Fassa inspire outdoor fun on National Get Outdoors Day with crafts, games and a musical parade on June 11. ... Full story

Waubonsee opens new Aurora campus

Outfitted in blue scrubs, Alyssa Del Toro looked prepared to handle any medical emergency as she stood near the entrance of a hospital-style room in downtown Aurora last Friday. ... Full story

School District 204 appoints new middle school principal, assistant principals

The Indian Prairie District 204 Board on Monday approved the appointment of a new middle school principal and several assistant principals. ... Full story

Batavia Triathlon finds new ways to give back

The eighth annual Batavia Triathlon is putting a new spin on charity racing. ... Full story

Few artists interested in Batavia bridge art contest

Putting a second sculpture on the Wilson Street bridge may cost more than the city planned to spend. ... Full story

City considering advertising on Pace bus shelters

St. Charles may take in an additional $4,500 in annual revenue if the city decides to permit display advertising on Pace bus shelters. ... Full story

Volunteers beautify southeast Elgin neighborhood

Nearly 130 volunteers came to the southeastern section of Elgin surrounding Garfield Elementary School on Saturday to help clean up and green up the neighborhood. ... Full story

Kane restocks its priority prosecution team

Kane County State’s Attorney Joe McMahon hopes some minor lineup shuffles in his office can help high-profile cases move through the court system more quickly. ... Full story

Bartlett firetrucks advertise paramedic abilities

The Bartlett Fire Protection District is placing new signs on ITS fire engines and ladder truck that say “Paramedics,” indicating that even these vehicles designed for firefighting now carry advanced life support capabilities. ... Full story

Legion reaches fund goal for July 4 parade

The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 has met its $15,000 goal to help fund Aurora’s July 4 parade. ... Full story

Mid-American Canoe Race draws veterans, novices

With water rushing against their paddles and songbirds in the canopy of trees in Mount St. Mary’s Park, hundreds of canoeists cast off for a voyage along the Fox River. ... Full story

Elgin council gives its attention to senator’s casino vote

State Sen. Mike Noland says he voted “present” on a bill that would pave the way for a massive expansion of gambling in Illinois — and many say adversely impact the Grand Victoria casino here — so he could draw the attention of local officials. ... Full story

Volunteers beautify southeast Elgin neighborhood

Nearly 130 volunteers came to the southeastern section of Elgin surrounding Garfield Elementary School on Saturday to help clean up and green up the neighborhood. ... Full story

5 things to do: Aurora ArtWalk

Aurora ArtWalk: 7 to 11 p.m. June 3 in downtown Aurora. Artists, businesses, restaurants combine for downtown-wide event. Visit auroraartwalk.com. How much: Free admission ... Full story

Family Fun: Excavation at Garfield Farm Museum

MUSEUMS Air Classics Museum: Air Classics Museum Open House, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 18. Tours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays, by appointment only. Admission $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for children ages 6 to 18 and free for children younger than 6. At the Aurora Municipal Airport, 43W776 Route 30, Sugar Grove. Call (630) 466-0888 or visit airclassicsmuseum.org. ... Full story

Hugh Jackman comes to Arcada Theatre

It’s good to have friends in high places. When Richard Marx wanted to add a little extra firepower to his show, he called in a favor to a friend. ... Full story

Geneva Garden Club offers more than just a walk

For some people in Geneva, gardening is more than just dirt and flowers. ... Full story

Local artists make Naperville fair shine

The Naperville Woman’s Club Fine Art Fair is not your grandma’s craft show. ... Full story

Waubonsee shows off new downtown Aurora campus

Waubonsee Community College’s new $50 million downtown campus is just more. ... Full story

Tonight! Fox Valley Repertory: The Best of Second City

“The troupe that gave us SCTV and inspired Saturday Night Live and Whose Line is it Anyway!” —Chicago Tribune June 4th, 8pm - $39 ... Full story

Fox Valley Repertory: Around the World in 80 Days - June 9-July 31

Based on Jules Verne’s classic novel, join fearless adventurer Phileas Fogg as he sets out to circle the globe in an unheard-of 80 days. It’s a race against the clock as he contends stampeding elephants, raging typhoons, bandits, and a detective who thinks he's a robber on the run. Danger, romance, and comic surprises abound in this whirlwind of a show as five actors portray 39 characters in seven continents. Rating: PG ... Full story

Children's Theater of Elgin: A Global Groove - June 17-26

This show will follow the journey of students around the globe on a world tour. Along the way, they will visit the singers and perform the songs that are or have been popular around the globe. The will learn about the people and places "visited" and discover the wonderful music that is part of the unifying language of song, dance, and rhythm. ... Full story

Richmond, Davis schools preparing for merger

Kindergartners and first-graders from Richmond Elementary joined their Davis Elementary counterparts at the South Seventh Street school Thursday morning to learn about the new K-2 school they will attend in the fall. ... Full story

District 303 lawsuit returns to state court

A federal judge Friday decided that the court case about the St. Charles School District’s plan to restructure two elementary schools will be heard in state court, the attorney for the plaintiffs said. ... Full story

Elgin winery in search of investors

The Red Bar Winery has maintained a fragile grip on its livelihood through a saga of business woes. Now co-owners Jim and Doris Canfield will host an event for potential investors Sunday, hoping to entice someone to help them keep the business afloat. ... Full story

Naperville walk combats neurofibromatosis

Neurofibromatosis is a master of the sneak attack. ... Full story

Area hospitals fear lost jobs, revenue if new CL or Huntley hospital OK’d

Sherman and two other area hospitals filed reports with the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board Thursday predicting that if either of two proposed hospitals is built in Huntley or Crystal Lake, existing hospitals will lose up to 856 jobs and $144 million in yearly income. ... Full story

Elgin may lobby Quinn against gambling expansion

Mayor Dave Kaptain said Wednesday the city will lobby Gov. Pat Quinn to veto a bill passed by the state Senate this week that would pave the way for a massive expansion of gambling in Illinois. ... Full story

‘Contagion’ movie stars return to Elgin

If you missed Matt Damon the first time he visited Elgin, this is your second chance. ... Full story

Wildlife center takes over care of eaglets

Mooseheart’s eaglets are in the care of wildlife experts, as their parents have not flown into a new man-made nest to feed their young. ... Full story

Dozen injured on Aurora-Naperville Metra train crash

A dozen people on a Burlington Northern Santa Fe Metra train that picked up passengers at Route 59 in Aurora and Naperville were taken to hospitals after an Amtrak train hit the Metra train at Union Station Friday morning in the West Loop. ... Full story

Laid-off Aurora cop will fill opening soon

The first of the eight Aurora police officers laid off in January could be returning to the department soon. ... Full story

D-303 lawsuit returns to state court

A federal judge this morning decided that the court case about the St. Charles School District's plan to restructure two elementary schools will be heard in state court, the attorney for the plaintiffs said. ... Full story

Eaglets removed from Mooseheart nest

Two eaglets were removed Thursday night from their new manmade nest at Mooseheart Academy, after an animal rehabilitation worker made a follow-up visit and determined that they were not being fed. ... Full story

Batavia Green Walk

Please Join Us at the Batavia Green Walk on Friday, June 10 from 5 pm – 8 pm. Take a stroll along Wilson Street for an evening of green fun and food. ... Full story

Batavia OK’s chicken coops, but few apply for permits

Any Batavia residents concerned about a huge influx of chickens after the City Council gave its approval of backyard chicken coops last month can stop worrying for now. ... Full story

Swedish Midsommar Festival Celebrates 100 Years

Sunday, June 19: 100 years is something to celebrate and that’s exactly what will happen on June 19 at the 100th Annual Swedish Midsommar Festival at Good Templar Park in Geneva, IL from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The oldest ethnic festival in Illinois, and believed to be the second oldest in the USA, the 100th Annual Swedish Midsommar Festival is steeped in Scandinavian traditions, with activities that will please everyone. ... Full story

Playhouse chills with evening of one-acts

Now that the weather has turned hot, the Geneva Underground Playhouse invites theatergoers to come in for a summer chill. ... Full story

Dist. 300 recalls all 363 laid-off staff

The Community Unit District 300 school board and the teachers union have ratified a one-year contract that allows the district to bring back all 363 teachers and administrators who were laid off in March. ... Full story

DuPage coalition moves forward in obesity fight

DuPage may be one of the healthiest counties in the state, but that doesn’t make it immune to the obesity epidemic. ... Full story

neXt: Arts Council pops up gallery at Shelby

In its mission to expand and serve as a be-all community arts resource, the St. Charles Arts Commission has lifted the curtain on its inaugural “neXt” pop-up gallery at the Shelby building in St. Charles. ... Full story

Couples receive first Kane County civil union licenses

Kane County Clerk Jack Cunningham didn’t know what to expect Wednesday, the first day civil union licenses were available to heterosexual and homosexual couples in Illinois. His office had received only a handful of phone calls about the issue in the last month, he said. Even so, he said, he arrived to work two hours before the office opened. ... Full story

Owner: Salerno's hopes to reopen Monday after fire

Salerno's on the Fox, an iconic downtown restaurant damaged by a fire during Wednesday's dinner hour, could reopen as early as Monday, owner Joe Salerno said. ... Full story

Eagles’ nest gets encouraging news

Two eaglets appeared to be settling into their new man-made nest Wednesday at Mooseheart, an encouraging sign for those who have been following the drama since an eagle family’s nest was damaged in Sunday’s storms. ... Full story

DuPage Symphony Announces 2011 Summer Concerts

The DSO performs two summer celebration concerts this summer in the lovely outdoor settings of Naperville’s Community Concert Center in Central Park and Wheaton’s Cantigny Park. Bring your friends and neighbors to these fun-filled, family friendly programs that include festive and lively orchestra favorites. ... Full story

Teens wanted for talent show auditions

Last August, Aurora Public Library’s Teen Talent Show impressed radio personality Ty Bentli so much that he promised to fly back to Aurora from his new job in Los Angeles to emcee the event again in 2011. ... Full story

Waubonsee Aurora campus opening

After a quarter century operating on East Galena Boulevard, the doors at Waubonsee College’s downtown Aurora campus were shut for good last week. ... Full story

Canoe or kayak in Fox River race

Since 1961, canoe and kayak racers have flooded the Fox River on the first weekend in June to compete in the annual Mid-American Canoe and Kayak Race. ... Full story

Kane County on verge of hiring new top-level director

The housing and development markets are still reeling from a down economy, but Kane County is on the verge of naming a new executive director of development. The new director will give the department a full-time administrator for the first time since the retirement of Phil Bus in 2009. ... Full story