Author: Fox Valley Magazine

The “Glorious 4th” is upon us once again, and the celebrations are set throughout the Fox Valley. Here’s a rundown, courtesy of our friends at Kanecountyconnects. Aurora – July 3, 2024Fireworks: RiverEdge Park 360 N. Broadway Avenue and McCullough Park 150 W. Illinois Avenue. Parks open at (6 p.m). and fireworks being at (9:15 p.m. ) Food Truck Hub at Wilder Park (across the bridge from RiverEdge & down the path from McCullough) starting at (5 p.m.) ​Aurora – July 4, 2024Parade: Steps off at intersection of Benton St. and Broadway St. (10 a.m.). and continues north on Broadway (Rt.…

Three men were arrested over the weekend after the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Trafficking Enforcement Bureau undertook a two-day human trafficking enforcement operation in the Yorkville area. The operation focused on identifying individuals seeking to engage in commercial sex acts. The men, ranging in age from 26 to 39, were all charged with Traveling to Meet a Child (a Class 3 Felony). Two of the three were also charged with Indecent Solicitation a Child (a Class 3 Felony) and Solicitation to Meet a Child (a Class 4 Felony). This operation was part of a multifaceted approach by…

According to witnesses interviewed by the Kane County Sheriff’s Office and the Aurora Police Department, a man intentionally threw himself from the Farnsworth Avenue I-88 overpass onto the pavement below Friday afternoon, causing what authorities have termed “serious injuries.” At approximately 1:47pm on Friday, the Kane County Sheriff’s Office, Aurora Police Department and the Illinois State Police were dispatched to the area of the Farnsworth Avenue bridge, which overlooks I-88, for reports that a male had jumped from the bridge down into oncoming I-88 eastbound traffic, near mile marker 119. It was determined that no vehicles struck the male while…

Enjoy one of the best fireworks show in the area this weekend in Carpentersville. This Saturday, Carpentersville is hosting its annual celebration complete with entertainment, food and fireworks.   The community event begins at 6:30pm followed by the amazing fireworks display at 9:30pm.(Fireworks may begin 30 minuntes earlier or later depending on weather conditions.) The fireworks’ rain-out date is Sunday, June 30, at approximately 9:30pm. Food vendors Community Vendors & Activities Note: Closed-toed shoes are required for the climbing tree structure. Weight limit is 40-250 lbs. The event takes place at Meadowdale Park/Shopping Center at Besinger & Maple Avenue in Carpentersville.

The Fox Valley has a magnificent variety of farmers markets during the summer, and the Batavia Farmers Market is no exception.  Entering it’s 30th year, The Batavia Farmers Market is held every Saturday through October 26 from 8:00am to 12:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets.  The Market features produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Our vendors must grow, harvest and/or produce at least 75% of market products.  BataviaMainstreet has created something new this year – a summer Wednesday evening Farmers Market from 5:00pm to 8:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and State…

This is Elton! Crash land into your seat at the Arcada this Saturday with The Rocket Man Show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson – Elton John’s official 70’s body double as featured in the “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” world tour promo videos and photos. Chosen by the man himself, Rus’ performance pilots a night of Elton’s greatest hits, gorgeous costumes and fierce piano playing. Currently featured on E!’s ‘Clash of the Cover Bands’, Rus’ portrayal of Elton has been described as “Amazing” by Jimmy Fallon and “Phenomenal” by Queen’s Adam Lambert. Doors open at 6:30pm with th show starting at 8pm.…

Embrace the brass! The Chicago Experience: A Tribute To Rock With Horns will bring its powerful homage to the legendary band Chicago this Friday night at Aurora’s RiverEdge Park. The show starts at 8pm. The Chicago Experience is the ultimate tribute band honoring the legendary rock band. Come experience a group of devoted musicians blending to recreate the sound and feel of Chicago’s hit songs that have spanned generations of fans. The Chicago Experience invites you to reminisce on a time in your life with memories of the music you cherish to this day, with wild guitar riffs, bracing horns…

St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 has implemented changes and the school day for elementary students will now begin at 9:05am. St. Charles Park District staff anticipate this will require more working families to seek before school care and create a large increase in the enrollment of students in the Before the Bell program. Taylor Krawczyk, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation for the St. Charles Park District, said last school year the program had more than 50 students in the program. The enrollment figures for the coming school year are already more than double that figure and expected to continue…

A 55-year-old Addison man is dead after a vehicle stuck him as he worked at a construction site in Naperville Monday. According to authorities, at 10:04am Naperville Police Department and Naperville Fire Department personnel were dispatched to the intersection of South Naper Boulevard and Heatherfield Circle where they found construction worker who was not breathing. Officers and Fire Department personnel performed CPR on the victim and he was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The vehicle involved, a silver 2007 Kia Portage, was being driven by a 74-year-old female out of Mazon, Illinois. The deceased…

A Bartlett man who earlier pleaded guilty to stabbing a black man in the chest in a racially-motivated attack outside an Elgin bar has been sentenced to 19 years in prison. On May 1 of this year, 30-year-old Jason Ostrego pleaded guilty to the offenses of Attempted first-degree murder, a Class X felony, and Armed violence, a Class X felony. According to prosecutors, on January 31, 2022, Ostrego was drinking at a bar named Hoppe’s Corner located at 1075 North Liberty Street in Elgin when he began using racially-charged language while complaining about the music playing on the jukebox. Ostrego was warned…