Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Last Saturday, June 4, two men who were preaching the Gospel outside a Carol Stream apartment building agreed to help a young man by giving him a ride to a nearby store. That young man pulled a gun and forced them into withdrawing $500 from a nearby ATM, according to the DuPage County State’s Attorney. The alleged incident began outside the Gundersen apartments in Carol Stream, where the victim and his friend were preaching when they met the 19-year-old suspect. At some point during their discussion, the victim agreed to give the suspect a ride to a nearby store in…

Co-produced by Netflix, Shondaland and Fever, The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience is an immersive show that will transport fans of the hit series and global sensation to England’s Regency-era London. Guests will be transported to England’s Regency-era London for a live concert by a string quartet playing music inspired by the series, including the classical covers of contemporary songs. We’re excited for our guests to relive Daphne and Simon’s love story through a dance show and immersive character interactions. Attendees will be greeted by the voice of the enigmatic Lady Whistledown, and are presented with opportunities to prove they…

(A rare moment of rest for Bill Rex. From left to right: Pat Crimmins, Tony Stancati of St. Charles, Ray Rogina and Rex.) “I don’t know that I have any special talent.” So says 82-year-old Bill Rex, a Geneva resident who is one of the most prolific marathon runners in the United States. Rex has completed 570 marathons in his 43-year running career. (Soon to be 571, as he is running a marathon in Paducah, Kentucky, this weekend.) Rex was interviewed recently by former St. Charles mayor Ray Rogina and Geneva lawyer Pat Crimmins on their new “Just A Coupla…

The Aurora Farmers Market is open today from 8am-12pm in downtown Aurora. The state’s oldest farmers market can be found at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., across from Aurora City Hall. Dozens of familiar farmers and fan favorites will be joined by new vendors to offer something for everyone in the family. Visitors can enjoy a Saturday morning shopping at the marketing, eating, listening to live music, and visiting downtown businesses. “We are so excited to return for our 110th season of the Aurora Farmers Market,” said Market Manager Karla Thomas. “In recognition of this milestone season, we…

Naperville’s Farmers Market is celebrating its 33rd year at 5th Avenue Station. The market is open today from 7 AM – Noon, rain or shine.   Shop for your weekly fruits and vegetables. Straight from the farms of vendors from Illinois, Michigan & Wisconsin. The best free range and natural beef, pork, lamb, goat and cheeses are also available. This year the market has many new vendors and food trucks for breakfast or lunch. Don’t forget your coffee and fresh squeezed lemonade. The market is planning 4 family events: July 6th – Verrry Berry, August 5th – Corn Fest, September…

A new poll of likely Republican primary voters shows Aurora mayor Richard Irvin is in deep trouble in his quest for the GOP nomination for governor. According to a new Chicago Sun-Times/WBEZ Poll, downstate farmer and state senator Darren Bailey has opened a 15-percentage-point lead over Irvin less than three weeks before the Illinois primary. The survey, undertaken by Public Policy Polling, showed that 32% of respondents said they’d vote for Bailey if the primary were held this past week, compared to only 17% for Irvin. The results, if accurate, suggest a candidacy in free-fall, despite enormous financial backing from…

Welcome to our latest edition of Fox Valley Magazine’s 4 FOR THE WEEKEND where if 15 minutes can save 15%, shouldn’t 100 minutes make it free? So let’s get to it, starting with….. Yeah, Baby, They’re Back! How we love a good farmers market! (Yes, dear.) Gosh, we can’t wait for both of us to stroll down lanes of fresh produce! (Yes, dear.) And if you play your cards right, we’ll get you some flowers! Or some scented soap! (Yes, dear.) And after, we can go watch the NBA Finals!!! (…) Click here for more. Now That We Got That…

In May, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers rose 1.0%, seasonally adjusted, and rose 8.6% over the last 12 months, not seasonally adjusted. The index for all items less food and energy increased 0.6% in May; up 6.0% over the year. Estimates were for an 8.3% rate. Markets immediately initiated a sell-off, with the Dow dropping over 400 points and the NASDAQ falling over 200 points. The energy index rose 3.9% month-on-month in May, with the gasoline index rising 4.1%. Compared to the prior year, energy prices in May were up 34.6%, the most since September 2005.

The market is a rain or shine event that continues until Mid-October.

Barbeque and blues junkies alike should be in seventh heaven this weekend as Duke’s Blues & BBQ presents the 2022 Duke’s Blues & BBQ Blues Festival in East Dundee. Presented by non-profit Taste The Love NFP, the festival includes two days of great barbeque and an impressive lineup of blues performers, including Grammy nominated and Chicago Blues Hall of Fame artist Michael Charles. “The concert by Grammy elected Chicago Blues Hall of Fame artist Michael Charles and His Band will take you on a guitar driven journey through thirty nine years and thirty eight releases of original music. The precision…