Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Being the son of a legend cannot be easy. But far from resisting comparisons with his famous father Walter, Jarrett Payton is eager to give him credit for so much of his own success. “My dad was, and still is, the driving force for everything I do. He showed me that I could achieve anything I wanted. It’s amazing how much people are still impacted by him.” The guys speak with Jarrett about this football career, his philanthropy and his gig as a television personality at WGN. Later, St. Charles restauranteur and business partner Steve Mayer joins the discussion to…

Cantigny Golf, owned by the Chicago-based Robert R. McCormick Foundation and managed by KemperSports (Northbrook, Ill.), is located on the former estate of Robert R. McCormick in Wheaton, Ill. It is widely regarded as one of the finest public golf destinations in the Midwest. Cantigny is best known for its 27 challenging and scenic holes. When play began in 1989 Cantigny was named “Best New Public Course in America” by Golf Digest. Since then it has been recognized as a “Top 100 Public Course” and hosted many prestigious tournaments including the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship in 2007. The Illinois…

Fox Valley Orthopedics (FVO) has announced Michael Hernandez, MD, has joined their team of physicians. Dr. Hernandez is an internal medicine specialist currently accepting new adult and adolescent patients at FVO’s Elgin-Randall location. With over 25 years of medical experience, Dr. Hernandez joined FVO to provide a comprehensive approach to nonsurgical treatments of a wide range of conditions, including arthritis and diabetes management, weight loss and nutrition, as well as spine and bone health. For patients who need clearance for an upcoming orthopedic procedure, Dr. Hernandez also conducts pre-surgical physicals and is available to assist patients with health and lifestyle…

The 2023 Naperville Food Truck Festival, featuring 25+ of the area’s best food trucks, live entertainment, Cinco de Mayo beer garden and a vendor village featuring face painter, mega bubble artist, balloon artist, kids tatoo artist, was held yesterday in Naper Settlement. Here are some photos to capture a perfect day of fun. (Photo credits Kevin Ketchum.)

Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. (Above: Banquet Mahi, Mirus) 14oz Bone in Prime Cut FiletNew Menu Item. “For those who prefer the tenderest and juiciest filet mignon” The Anvil Club309 Meier St.East Dundee, IL 601181-847-426-7710 Jameson Peach Tea CocktailJameson Irish Whiskey, mint simple syrup, unsweetened iced tea, Peach Puree, shaken, served over ice, with a lemon and mint sprig garnish. Chicago Street Pour House1350 E. Chicago StreetElgin, IL 601201-847-214-1708 Roman Style PizzaOur Roman-style pan pizza begins with hand-crafted dough and specifically prepared double-bake method, giving our crust a uniquely crispy bottom and…

A McHenry man declared missing on April 22 was found dead in the Fox River this week, according to a press release from the McHenry Police Department. Since being declared missing, the McHenry Police Department has been aggressively investigating the disappearance of Gustavo Guzman-Perez, 28, from his home in McHenry, where he was last seen at 2:00am, April 22. On Wednesday, May 3, a boater spotted a male figure in the river near the 2000 block of South Fernwood Lane and reported to police. The McHenry County Coroner responded to the call as well and the man was pronounced dead…

It was the annual Derby Day party at Northfork Farm in Oswego, and the hats were out! (Oh, and Mage won the 149th Kentucky Derby.) (Photo credits Kevin Ketchum.)

A 49-year-old Yorkville man died May 5 when he was struck by a freight train on the Union Pacific-West railroad tracks at the Third Street crossing in downtown Geneva. Geneva Police and Fire Department personnel were dispatched to the scene at 8:53 p.m. for a train accident involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, police officers met with two men and located the Yorkville man near the tracks east of Third Street. He was pronounced dead on the scene. The two men advised they witnessed the tragic accident along with multiple witnesses in the area. Preliminary indications are all three men exited…

Welcome to our latest edition of Fox Valley Magazine’s 4 FOR THE WEEKEND where our mom is better than your mom. So let’s get to it, starting with….. FINALLY! A warm weather First Fridays. Can you believe it? Now, of course between the time that we type these letters and the event comes to pass, the weather will go from a sunny 72 to a gray 45 with 20 mph winds. Sorry, but that’s how this spring has left us. Well, that and all the booze… Click here for more. Let The Festivals Begin! One of the greatest aspects of…

Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser announced today that a jury has found 36-year-old Alberto Vazquez of Aurora guilty of the offense of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, Class 2 felony (two counts). According to prosecutors, on June 1, 2020, Vazquez sexually abused the victim, whom he knew. The victim was younger than 18 years old. Judge David P. Kliment set Vazquez’s next court appearance for July 13, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom 305 at the Kane County Judicial Center for motions and sentencing. In addition to the sentence, Vazquez must register for life as a sexual offender in…