This week is considered Sunshine Week, a national initiative to open a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information.

Blazing Prairie Stars, a therapy farm in Maple Park, is looking for volunteers 16 and older who have at least one year’s experience with horses and enjoy working with children.

One of the least expensive ways to enjoy summer vacation is to take advantage of local events. They require no hotels, no air fares, no gasoline.

I’m responding to a recent article about the new law that requires teen girls to inform their parents if they are getting an abortion.

Since the Elburn Herald brought its entire website development process in-house, viewership began to increase; and in the last year, the pace of the increase has sped up dramatically.

Last Saturday, I took some time away from my family to attend a meeting at the Geneva City Hall with our 14th Congressional District Representative, Bill Foster.

Let’s compare the governor of Michigan and our president. Both of them are Harvard educated, which is not in itself a bad thing.

The League of Women Voters of Geneva-St. Charles has launched a drive to win support for the Illinois Fair Map Amendment.

Recently there has been some talk of our state legislators now wanting to privatize Illinois’ tollway system so that they can pay off the state’s debt.

I want to take this opportunity to thank the many individuals who supported my campaign, especially those that dedicated their time and energy on my behalf.

A former Illinois governor is in prison and another is likely on his way.

The Sugar Grove “Between Friends Food Pantry” would like area residents to know that they are working very hard to keep the pantry shelves stocked and they would like your help.

Public service is both a fulfilling and humbling experience. I’m grateful for the opportunity to represent others, and am constantly reminded that there are many voices, and many choices, that enter into each decision.

This letter is to thank everyone who supported me, voted for me and particularly my campaign workers.

I am proud of the campaign that we ran.

To all our south Kane County and neighboring legislators:
First of all, thank you for your elected service on behalf of the residents of our area. Yours is a difficult position.