MERLE BURLEIGH: A LEGACY OF COMMUNITY STORYTELLING For over 30 years, At Home with Merle Burleigh has been more than a weekly column. Through her writing on the City’s website and through the West Chicago Press, Merle has been a trusted voice in West Chicago, telling the stories of the people, local events, businesses, and ...
TAKE AN EXCLUSIVE TOUR OF THE FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT'S URBAN STREAM RESEARCH CENTER The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is offering rare behind-the-scenes tours of its Urban Stream Research Center at Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville on Saturday, Jan. 17, giving visitors an up-close look at how ecologists are restoring the region’s aquatic...
RESOURCES & RESPONSIBILITIES FOR OSHA REPORTING & RECORDKEEPING As we embark on a new year, the opportunity for fresh starts and renewed commitments beckons, especially for those responsible for OSHA recordkeeping. This time of year signals not only the closure of the previous year's records but also the imperative to initiate and manage the 2025 OSHA Injury and Illness Logs. In this article, we will delve into...
PUSHING FOR PERMITTING REFORM ON CAPITAL HILL The U.S. Chamber held a Permitting Day of Action on January 7, uniting business leaders and lawmakers to advocate for permitting reform. This event, part of the U.S. Chamber’s Permit America to Build initiative, emphasized the need ...
THE PATH TO STRONGER ECONOMIC GROWTH Policy changes needed for 3% economic growth and the importance of a national AI standard were some insights Neil Bradley, Executive Vice President of the U.S. Chamber, shared during The Call hosted by the ...
WARRENVILLE FRESH MARKET COMING SOON A new, family-owned grocery store, Warrenville Fresh Market, is planned to open in spring 2026 at the former Tom’s Market location on Route 59. The new owners, Raj Patel and his brother, are keeping the store open during renovations and invite residents to complete a short online survey to share ideas and suggestions. Planned updates include major renovations, expanded merchandise, fresh meat with an in-house butcher, and a cleaner, more welcoming space. City staff are assisting with licensing, permits, and inspections, and a grand reopening with a ribbon cutting is planned for March or April 2026.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION SHAPING WARRENVILLE'S FUTURE Join the City of Warrenville City Council and the Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a joint workshop discussions about the Illinois Route 59 Corridor. Residents are encouraged to attend, learn more about the topic, and share their thoughts during public comment at the end of the meeting. Your input helps shape Warrenville’s future.
IT'S OFFICIAL - WDSRA (WESTERN DUPAGE SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION) IS TURNING 50! Half a century of adventures, friendship, and belonging… and we’re just getting started! Since 1976, WDSRA has been transforming lives through inclusive recreation—helping individuals of all ages and abilities discover their potential, build lifelong friendships, and find a true ...
ELGIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE TOPS STATEWIDE FEED THE NEED CAMPUS FOOD DRIVE Elgin, IL (December 22, 2025) — Elgin Community College (ECC) took home the top spot in this year’s Feed the Need Campus Food Drive, collecting more than 34,000 non-perishable items for the Spartan Food Pantry. ECC will receive a commemorative plaque in recognition of this achievement...
Forest Preserve District Board Approves $151 Million Budget for 2026 The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County Board of Commissioners has approved a $151 million budget for calendar year 2026, a 5% increase over the amended 2025 budget of $143.7 million. The budget provides spending authority for operations, capital improvements, and long-term strategic initiatives across the District’s 60 forest preserves...
HOW BUSINESSES CAN THRIVE AMIND INFLATION, TARIFFS, AND AI DISCRUPTION Persistent inflation, shifting trade policies, and disruptive technologies like AI are reshaping the business landscape. On Dec. 10, Neil Bradley, U.S. Chamber Executive Vice President, and RSM US Chief Economist Joe Brusuelas discussed how businesses can adapt to these challenges...
INFLATION, WORKFORCE PRESSURES WEIGH ON SMALL BUSINESS The latest MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index shows that employers’ concerns about recruiting and retaining workers have been rising over the past year. The survey also shows that inflation lingers as the top concern for small businesses....
WARMING CENTERS IN WARRENVILLE & DUPAGE COUNTY Need a warm place to go on cold winter days? The Warrenville Park District Recreation Center is open as a warming center during regular hours: ...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks pushed higher over the holiday week as investors' hopes for a Fed rate adjustment drove bullish sentiment. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 3.73 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rallied 4.91 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 3.18 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed overseas stock ...
HOUSING DEMAND IS QUIETLY RISING, EVEN AS WINTER APPROACHES A surprising trend is taking shape in real estate right now: buyer demand is beginning to rise, not fall, heading into the final stretch of the year. According to new data from Freddie Mac, the average 30-year mortgage rate dipped again this week to around 6.23%, continuing a gradual downward trend. At the same time, pending home ...
THE HIDDEN COST OF 50 STATE AI LAWS: A DATA-DRIVEN BREAKDOWN Artificial intelligence (AI) presents a tremendous opportunity to improve efficiency and grow our economy. America has a distinct advantage, with some of the leading technology firms in the world making breakthroughs every year. Unfortunately, there is a great deal of confusion around what laws are needed to regulate emerging technologies like...
U.S. CHAMBER APPLAUDS ADMINISTRATION'S NEW OIL & GAS LEASING PLAN Christopher Guith, senior vice president for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Global Energy Institute, issued the following statement regarding the Department of the Interior’s recently announced Draft Proposed Oil and Gas Leasing Program for the...
GET READY FOR THE 2025 MERRY MARKET! Shop local and kick off the season at the City of Warrenville’s Merry Market, which returns with expanded hours, more vendors, and two locations! Last year’s first market drew strong interest from residents and small businesses,...
SHOP SMALL IN DOWNTOWN WEST CHICAGO THIS SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Join us this holiday season to celebrate Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 29 by exploring and supporting the unique shops, restaurants, and services that make our downtown special. Launched nationally by American Express in 2010, Small Business Saturday is held each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving to encourage people to #ShopSmall and support local entrepreneurs. What began as a single day...
DEMOLITION OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTIES IN DOWNTOWN SET TO BEGIN At its November 3 meeting, the City Council approved demolition of the two additional downtown structures. Utility disconnections for these properties are now underway, and demolition activity has begun, starting on High Street. As work progresses, construction fencing will be relocated from one...
NEW CITY OF WARRENVILLE APP City Services On the Go: Your City. Your Services. Your Way! The City of Warrenville App lets you, Report problems in your neighborhood, Pay your utility bill anytime, & Apply for permits and licenses online.
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Heightened volatility was on Wall Street’s mind last week, as investors continued to focus on valuations of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 1.95 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index declined 2.74 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 1.91 percent. The MSCI...
