Fall and Halloween decorations are brightening up porches and yards in West Chicago. Some of the Halloween ones are a little scary, especially seen at night. This is a time for interesting rides and walks. I have some favorites. Do you? The bewitching hour is drawing nigh. AROUND AND ABOUT The West Chicago Comprehensive Plan […]

Homecoming week is coming to the end. Friday, October 1, 2021, is the busiest day of the week. Students wear class shirts/WeGo wear for dress day. School spirit abounds at the Pep Rally at which Homecoming King and Queen are announced. Young women of the Royal Court are Mariana Alfaro, Dana Amer, Darianna Avila, Maria […]

Time is flying by. It is hard to believe it almost is the end of September. Homecoming quickly approaches. Fall Fests bring forth the foods of the season—apples, cider. and apple cider donuts. Stores have Halloween and Thanksgiving decor and some are putting up Christmas. Almost makes one forget which holiday is coming. Enjoy the […]

This year the first day of fall is Wednesday, September 22, 2021. This marks the turning point when darkness begins to win over daylight. The daylight hours shorten. The change of seasons inches its way in. The leaves start to change colors, ever so slightly at first, and then burst into vibrant hues of orange, […]

What perfect weather for the Labor Day weekend. For enjoyment, residents were walking, bicycling, gardening, attending youth sporting events, Cubs game or White Sox game, golfing or having cookouts and picnics, finding quiet with a good book, and more. West Chicago residents Jan and Jim Lootens attended the concert at Sonny Acres Thursday evening. A […]