THE ALTERNATIVE BOARD MAKES DEBUT IN WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO The Alternative Board (TAB), the renowned global business owner advisory board organization, is proud to announce the launch of its West Suburban Chicago location. TAB WSC is poised to enhance the lives of local business owners ...
WEGO DRAMA BRINGS "HER-STORY" TO LIFE WITH SIX THE MUSICAL: TEEN EDITION Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School continues their 24-25 theatrical season with the empowering new musical SIX The Musical: Teen Edition. This new musical by is about the six wives of Henry the Eighth. It is meant to weave...
WESTERN DUPAGE SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION WELCOMES NEW STAFF With over 15 years of experience working with individuals with special needs, Britt brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the role. Britt’s background includes both recreation and education tracts. Her recreation experience includes creating and implementing ...
DON'T DUMP PUMPKINS IN DUPAGE FOREST PRESERVES Got leftover Halloween pumpkins? The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County urges you to think twice before hauling those old orange orbs off to a forest preserve. Believe it or not, pumpkins aren’t part of our local ecosystem. When they’re dumped in forest preserves, they can negatively affect ...
WHY YOU MIGHT SEE MORE COYOTES THIS TIME OF YEAR DuPage County residents might see more coyotes between now and February as young leave their parents in search of mates and territories to call their own, according to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. “Young coyotes are looking for a place to...
PROTECTING OUR DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE: A COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY In today's interconnected world, protecting our digital infrastructure is not just a necessity, but a shared responsibility. Whether it's our personal devices or business networks, we must all take proactive steps to safeguard against the ever-evolving cyberthreats that we face daily...
DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR SBA PHYSICAL DISASTER LOANS APPROACHING IN ILLINOIS The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters in Illinois affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding that occurred uly 13 – 16, to apply for physical damage disaster loans by...
LATEST TRENDS IN CYBERSECURITY & SECURITY AWARNESS Cyber threats continue to evolve, becoming more sophisticated and challenging for SMBs to manage. Here are some key trends shaping the cybersecurity landscape. Increased Ransomware Attacks: SMBs are increasingly targeted by ransomware attacks due to their typically lower defenses compared to larger enterprises. It's crucial to ...
WEST CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT INVITES YOU TO SPOOKY TRAIL The West Chicago Park District is excited to announce the return of its annual Spooky Trail, a thrilling outdoor walking experience perfect for Halloween lovers! This year’s event will take place from October 24-26, featuring spine-tingling attractions such as creepy crawlies, carnival carnage, and encounters with the undead. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled...
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT CHIEF OF POLICE SWORN IN AS PRESIDENT OF DUPAGE CHIEFS OF POLICE ASSOCIATION The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is pleased to announce that its chief of police, David Pederson, has been selected to serve as president of the DuPage Chiefs of Police Association, a prestigious role he will hold through September 2025. Chief Pederson’s appointment highlights his commitment to law enforcement excellence and ...
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR NEWSLETTER & UPDATES An amendment to the Equal Pay Act of 2003, which requires employers with 15 or more employees to include a pay scale and benefits for a position in any job posting, takes effect January 1, 2025. The goal of the legislation is to provide greater transparency to workers in the hiring process by providing them with...
ECONOMIC DATA UNSETTLES INVESTORS - FISCH FINANCIAL REPORT The four-day trading week got off to a rough start as weak manufacturing data reawakened recessionary fears. All three major averages were down for the first session after the Labor Day holiday. For many, it was reminiscent of August 5, when stocks tumbled as recession worries unsettled investors...
WE GO DRAMA GOES "DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE" AT WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School continues their 24-25 theatrical season with the amazing play Alice in Wonderland: Down the Rabbit Hole. Based on the classic tale of Alice in Wonderland, this new and fresh version ...
JOIN US FOR THE "GREEN & GREET PAR-TEE" MINI-GOLF OUTING! Attention mini-golf enthusiasts! The Young Professionals Group presents "Green & Greet Par-Tee" at Coyote Crossing Mini Golf Course in Carol Stream on Thursday, September 26th with a 5:30 PM Shotgun Start....
ST. ANDREW'S GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB NAMED "BEST OF THE BEST AWARD" BY DAILY HERALD The Practice Center at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club has received the Daily Herald's “Best of the Best Award” for its 80+ Station Practice Facility located at 2241 Route 59 in West Chicago. The facility, originally constructed in 1990, has ...
WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL'S LESLIE FIREMAN HONORED AS JEA RISING STAR West Chicago Community High School is proud to announce that Leslie Fireman, the dedicated teacher and adviser of the school’s online publication, The Chronicle, has been recognized as one of nine recipients of the Journalism Education Association (JEA) Rising Star award. Fireman is the only honoree from Illinois...
ROSECRANCE SELECTED AS CCBHC IN ILLINOIS DEMONSTRATION PROJECT As a CCBHC, Rosecrance is committed to facilitating access to a wide range of services for individuals in need. This includes ensuring seamless coordination of care and integrating evidence-based practices to improve overall outcomes. Rosecrance Behavioral Health is proud to share its selection as one of the key contributors to ...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks fell broadly last week as investors looked past upbeat Fed comments and focused on disappointing corporate reports and weakerthan- expected economic data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 2.20 percent, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 2.06 percent. The Nasdaq Composite Index dropped 3.35 percent. By contrast, the MSCI EAFE Index...
ILLINOIS CHAMBER RELEASES 103RD GA LEGISLATIVE RATINGS + AWARDS At the conclusion of each General Assembly, the Illinois Chamber assesses the performance of every legislator based on their votes on key business-related bills. Our ratings track votes important to the state's business community and grade legislators based on their support for pro-business issues during the two-year legislative session...
EXPERIENCE THE GLOW ON AUGUST 17! Cantigny GLOW, the third “signature” event of Cantigny’s fun-packed summer, is Saturday, August 17, from 7 pm to midnight. An exciting evening is planned for ages 21 and over. Live music, dancing, food, and drinks throughout the beautifully illuminated Cantigny Gardens will make it a night to remember...
WEGO DRAMA BLASTS OFF WITH "A TRIP TO THE MOON" AT WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School starts their 24-25 theatrical season with the slice-of-life-play A Trip to the Moon. Tracy Wells’ play is about what was happening to Americans on the day Apollo 11 landed on the moon and the day of the Woodstock music festival. Fifty-five years ago...
LEAGUE OF WHEATON CELEBRATE IT'S FIRST MALE PRESIDENT - LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTER - NOT FOR WOMEN ONLY! As the League of Women Voters (LWV) celebrates its 50th anniversary of allowing men as members, LWV of Wheaton is proud to announce its first male president. Maury Goodman of Warrenville was elected as president of the Wheaton chapter, which serves Carol Stream, Warrenville, West Chicago, Wheaton and Winfield, this summer he will lead ...
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT TO HOST ARCHERY OPEN HOUSE AUGUST 3 Participants will learn about archery equipment and get the chance to try some basic skills under the guidance of a certified instructor. Visitors will also be able to talk to representatives from local archery groups and check out the range, which features ...
