Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. (Above: Bacon-Wrapped Scallops from CityGate Grille in Naperville.) Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Steak Che Figata’s Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Steak is tenderly surrounded by flavor sensations: Golden beet & almond puree, rapini, apricot, Tokyo turnips and basil. Che Figata2155 City Gate LaneNaperville, IL 605631-630- 579-3210 Walu Ceviche Escolar, Pickled Jalapeños, Mango, Pineapple, Shallots, Lime Juice, Avocado, Red Tobiko. moto imoto181 S 1st St.St. Charles, IL 601741-630-425-0990 Mocha Crusted Rib Cap Steak Coffee and cocoa crusted rib cap steak sliced over parsnip puree with cherry demi-glaze and orange zest. Mirus15…

This Saturday and Sunday the Naperville Art League presents the 37th Annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair along the Riverwalk in downtown Naperville. Established in 1985, the Riverwalk Fine Art Fair is among the top rated art fairs in the nation. Held annually, the two-day event draws more than 65,000 art conscious citizens from near and far. Enjoyed by artists for its sophisticated crowds, attentive staff and beautiful location, the fair is recognized as a premier festival of fine art and fine craft. The show has earned the reputation of being well juried, skillfully organized and very artist friendly. The Riverwalk,…

According to a press release issued by his office, State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) is calling for a full repeal of the controversial SAFE-T Act so that legislators can iron out significant issues that will place Illinoisans’ safety at risk and place unaffordable burdens on the court system. He is also offering a petition that Illinois residents can sign to urge the repeal. With the implementation of no-cash bail and other controversial elements of the Act set to take effect across Illinois in less than four months, opponents are concerned about the public safety and budgetary issues that remain unaddressed. “I…

Our intrepid photographer Kevin Ketchum shares his tour of the Galena/Dubuque region this week. Stop 2: Dubuque, including Crystal Lake Cave and National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium Dubuque Crystal Lake Cave National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium Tomorrow: Haunted Galena Ghost Tour

A Lombard man is dead after driving his vehicle into a utility pole while trying elude Glen Ellyn police. According to a release by the Glen Ellyn Police Department, on Friday evening at approximately 9pm, a Glen Ellyn police officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop after witnessing a traffic violation near the intersection of Main Street and Geneva Avenue. The driver of the vehicle, Mario M. Rouse of Lombard, failed to yield and rapidly proceeded south on Main Street. Near the intersection of Main Street and Hawthorne Boulevard, Rouse’s vehicle left the road and hit a utility pole and…

An unidentified man was shot in Phillips Park Saturday evening, according to Aurora Police. Police received a report of shots fired at Phillips Park Saturday evening. Officers arrived at the scene and began speaking to witnesses. Subsequently, a gunshot victim was reported to police by an area hospital. The victim was identified only as an adult male. The victim suffered a non-life-threatening injury and is reported to be in stable condition. No suspects have been taken into custody and the investigation of the incident is still on-going. If anyone has any information about the incident, please contact the Aurora Police…

Our intrepid photographer Kevin Ketchum shares his tour of the Galena/Dubuque region this week. Stop 1: Downtown Galena Tomorrow: Dubuque.

The St. Charles Jazz Weekend enters its final day today with performances at two venues. Last chance! Jack Macklin McNally’s Irish Pub109 West Main Street St, St. Charles, IL 4:00-7:00 p.m. Andrew Schlinder The Office201 East Main Street, St. Charles, Il 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.stcalliance.com.

Services to commemorate the infamous 9-11 attacks in 2001 will be held tomorrow in various communities. All are welcome to attend. St. Charles The St. Charles Fire Department will hold its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at 7:30 a.m., Sept. 11, 2022, outside at the Fire Department Memorial Monument, 2 E. Main St. The ceremony includes posting the Fire Department Memorial Flag, placing the memorial wreath, and observing a moment of silence. Elgin In partnership with the American Legion, the City of Elgin will host its annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony on Sunday, September 11 at 9:00 a.m. at the newly…