Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Thom McNamee planned and executed the original St. Patrick’s Day Parade in East Dundee. For the past several years, the McNamee Family Foundation and The Village of East Dundee has kept that memory alive with one of the best St. Patrick’s Day Parades in Chicagoland hosting an entire day of fun. Parade Day starts off with the USATF certified – Dublindee Kilted 5k Race and Walk. This race is one of Fox Valley’s most treasured traditions according to Top 60 Races Illinois in RaceMob.com. The Kilted 5K has also been named on of the top 50 St. Patrick’s races in…

The St. Charles St. Patrick’s Parade will be held in downtown St. Charles on March 9th, along with an array of family-friendly St. Patrick’s-themed activities for individuals to take part in around town. The downtown festivities kick-off at 11am with the Opening Ceremony on the 1st Street Plaza (near Gia Mia and McNally’s Irish Pub & Kitchen). The ceremony will feature performances from Irish Dancers and Bagpipers, along with more entertainment for all to enjoy. While downtown, visitors can choose to take part in the St. Patrick-themed Scavenger Hunt. To participate, individuals will need to locate the city’s hidden shamrocks!…

A man was killed yesterday evening when the SUV he was driving crashed into a tree and burst into flames after being chased at high speeds by a Kane County Sheriff’s Deputy. According to the Kane County Sheriff’s Office, on Tuesday at approximately 10:30pm, a Kane County Sheriff’s Deputy observed a black Dodge Durango traveling at 92mph westbound on Route 64 from the area of IC Trail Road. The deputy attempted to stop the vehicle, but it refused to yield and continued at speeds up to 110mph. The pursuit was terminated when the deputy lost site of the vehicle for…

Featured selections of Craft Beers created by local Fox Valley area brewing companies. Good KissBraggot IPA. 6.5% Abv. Good Kiss is a multi-award winning Braggot IPA that gives a smack on the lips reminiscent of a passionate lover. Made with buckwheat honey and a combination of Citra and Mosaic hops, this crowd favorite kisses your palate with a delicious balance of citrus and sweet. Obscurity Brewing and Craft Mead113 W N St.Elburn, IL 60119 Lemon Tea-UpHalf and Half Inspired Hard Seltzer with Lemons and Tea. 6.0% ABV. 2023 U.S. Open of Hard Seltzers – Gold Medal Winner. Next in the…

Airman Christian Kimbrough, a native of Aurora, Illinois, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 35. Kimbrough graduated from West Aurora High School in 2014. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Aurora. “Being around a very diverse community of people with all different mindsets and perspectives prepared me for my career in the Navy,” said Kimbrough. “We may all come from different backgrounds but we all have one mission in mind.” Kimbrough joined the Navy one year ago. “I joined the Navy to travel, see the…

One person is dead and another seriously injured in a fiery crash on I-88 Monday morning. According to multiple media reports, at approximately 5:19am Monday morning, a vehicle was traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes of I-88 near milemarker 103 just southwest of Elburn when it crashed head-on into another vehicle. According to Illinois State Police, both vehicles burst into flames on impact. The westbound driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while the eastbound driver was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The names of the victims have not been released at this time. The crash remains under investigation.…

In a unanimous 9-0 decision, the United States Supreme Court ruled today that only Congress has the authority to restrict ballot access for a candidate accused of violating Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which bars “insurrectionists” from office. The ruling overturned a decision by the Colorado Supreme Court that had barred Presidential candidate Donald Trump from appearing on the ballot in that state. The ruling also stops similar cases in other jurisdictions, including Cook County, where a judge recently held that Trump should be banned from the ballot on 14th Amendment grounds. The unanimity of the Justices is significant…

Acclaimed comedian, actor, and multi-talented artist Paul Reiser will perform Friday evening at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre in Batavia. From his breakthrough role alongside Steve Gutenberg, Mickey Roarke and Kevin Bacon in Barry Levinson’s critically-acclaimed Diner to his wildly successful TV sitcom “Mad About You,” Reiser has been a mainstay in TV and movies for decades. With his success in Hulu’s popular comedy series “Reboot” and his ongoing role in Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” Reiser promises a night of laughter, entertainment, and insight into the world of Hollywood’s creativity. The show begins at 7:30 at Batavia Fine Arts Center at…

Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. (Above: Elote Shrimp Tacos from Old Republic) Reuben SandwichA St. Pat’s favorite – take a bite out of our Reuben Sandwich here for a limited time! Stacked high with tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, melty Swiss cheese, and zesty Russian dressing, all nestled between toasted rye bread. Tap House Grill St. Charles3341 W. Main StreetSt. Charles, IL 601751-630-443-1664 Eggs BenedictTry our Eggs Benedict during our Weekend Brunch. English Muffin, Honey Ham, Poached Eggs & Hollandaise. Whiskey Bend222 W, Main St.St. Charles, IL 601741-630-549-7061 Lobster + Avocado OmeletThe…