Author: Fox Valley Magazine

The death of former Batavia wrestling standout and “Bachelorette” contestant Chris Arlis has prompted expressions of grief not only throughout the Fox Valley community, but also among his former “Bachelorette” cast members. Arlis was found dead on Tuesday at his Batavia home. His death was first announced by Batavia wrestling coach Scott Bayer. Arlis was a contestant in the 2015 season of the hit ABC reality show, and actually achieved the first date with Kaitlyn Bristol, the star of that season. But Arlis was eliminated in the third week amidst some friction with the other contestants and even Bristol herself.…

23-year-old Gehovani R. Gomez has agreed to a sentence of 11 years in prison in exchange for a guilty plea to the offense of drug-induced homicide, Class X felony. Kane County Circuit Judge John A. Barsanti accepted the plea. In the early the afternoon of Sept. 6, 2018, Gomez sold between 1 and 15 grams of a substance containing heroin and fentanyl to the victim, 30-year-old Crystal Villegas of West Dundee. Villegas was found dead in her West Dundee apartment around 8 p.m. that evening. The Kane County Coroner’s Office determined that Villegas died of heroin and fentanyl intoxication. In…

According to a report from ABC7 news, Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin will announce a run for Governor as a Republican on Monday. The report says that sources have indicated that Ken Griffin, Illinois’ wealthiest man, decided on Irvin in December to throw his significant fortune behind, having vowed to spend significantly to defeat incumbent governor JB Pritzker. Griffin spent nearly $50 million to help defeat Pritzker’s progressive income tax referendum, and said he will do whatever it takes to beat Pritzker. The report points out that in December Griffin’s team denied having picked Irvin or anyone else at that time.…

While many people prefer to focus on building muscle and skill, flexibility and range-of-motion are also key components to overall fitness and injury prevention. Add these stretches to any fitness routine. Cross-body Shoulder Stretch  The cross-body shoulder stretch is one of the most popular stretches performed before exercise. This stretch is great for improving the mobility of a shoulder’s supportive muscles like deltoids and supraspinatus. To properly perform this stretch, follow these steps: Start in a standing position with feet facing forward, about shoulder-width apartTaking left hand, grab left arm above elbow, keeping elbow about shoulder-heightGently pull left arm toward…

Welcome to our latest edition of Fox Valley Magazine’s 4 FOR THE WEEKEND where COVID worries about getting infected by US. So let’s get to it, starting with….. Whose Line, Indeed For comedy-lovers, the “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” on TV is absolute gold. It started as a British show, a’la “The Office,” but was brought over the pond by Drew Carey and, as is typical of Americans, he supercharged it. To be honest, we’re not sure which we liked better. (We mean, come on, the Brit version was hosted by a guy named “Clive.” Clive!) Anyway, The Comedy Shrine…

If you like your comedy fast and funny—you’ll love The Comedy Shrine’s “Whose Line Show.” The Comedy Shrine’s Main Stage presents improv comedy similar to TV’s hit improv comedy show “Whose Line is it Anyway?”. This short-form improv show features some of Chicagoland’s top professional improv actors. Watch as the cast performs immediate side-splitting skits, hilarious musical numbers, and much more, all on the spot based on your suggestions. All shows are sure to please and are completely original! Date and time: Friday and Saturday, 8pm Tickets: $40.00 – GOLDEN CIRCLE SEATING Tickets: $20.00 – General Admission (in advance) Tickets: $25.00 –…

Planning a wedding? Don’t let it overwhelm you! The Wedding Showcase is a great place for busy couples to find out how to make their special day one to remember. In the historic setting of the Pre-Emption House, Meeting House, and Century Memorial Chapel, couples will have one-on-one personal consultations with 52 vendors in the wedding business including photographers, florists, ministers, musicians, bakers, caterers, and more. This event is free, but registration is required. Please click here for reservations.

Take a trip back in time this weekend at The Hemmens Cultural Centre in Elgin with a fantastic journey through the days of Beatlemania with BritBeat’s multimedia concert journey through Beatles music history. See why this nationally-acclaimed Beatles show is captivating audiences and generating rave reviews from critics and Beatles’ fans from around the world. Step into time machine and experience a remarkable and propelling recreation of the Fab Four in concert during the fabulous 1960s. With magnificent attention to detail, six dazzling costume changes, exquisite musicianship, powerful vocals, and a spectacular, stunning, and immersive multimedia backdrop, you will experience…

Geneva’s Wine, Cheese & Trees fundraiser will be raising a glass virtually in 2022 to help fund the planting of new trees in the community.The City’s Natural Resources Committee and the Geneva Park District Foundation are teaming together to sponsor the 11th annual event, which will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26.Tickets can be purchased online for $100, which includes three bottles of wine that will be available for pickup the week before the event at Geneva Wine Cellars and Tasting Room, 227 S. Third St. The evening will feature a virtual wine tasting, raffle and live auction.…

A 23 year-old Aurora man has been charged with 2 counts of first-degree murder in relation to the January 15, 2021 shooting death of Fernando Carapia, also of Aurora. It is alleged that on the afternoon of January 15, 2021, the suspect was a passenger in a vehicle that traveled to the 300 block of South Spencer Street in Aurora. He then exited the car and fired multiple gunshots, killing the 32 year-old Carapia. The accused is in custody at the Kane County jail. His bail is set at $1 million, with 10 percent ($100,000) to apply for bond. His…