Archive for October, 2010

Gov. Quinn earned my vote

The current political campaign has created the most vitriolic, personal attacks, half truths, blasphemous uncivil words and behavior, than other campaigns of recent memory.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

We need a real recall amendment, not the one on the Nov. 2 ballot

The Illinois ballot Nov. 2 contains a referendum to add a Recall Amendment to the Illinois Constitution.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

In support of David Akemann

I have known David Akemann, candidate for Circuit Judge, and his exceptional family for over 30 years through church, community and legal activities, and he has always shown mature, wise judgment and the very highest personal moral and ethical standards.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Akemann stands out as judicial candidate

It’s hard to know who some of these people are that are running for judge, but one name stands out to me, and that’s David R. Akemann.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Time to choose

There are now mere days left before the election on Nov. 2. It is time to choose.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Elburn’s proposed levy is preposterous

“Unconscionable, bordering on unscrupulous,” were my thoughts about the Elburn Village Board when I read a recent newspaper article published on Oct. 21 about the intended levy that is being proposed.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Akemann has everything needed in a judicial candidate

From time to time, we are lucky enough to have a candidate seeking election for Kane County Circuit Court Judge who has it all.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Why I am voting for Randy Hultgren

I am casting my vote to elect Randy Hultgren as representative to the United States Congress from the 14th Congressional District of Illinois.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Akemann is the smart choice

Way down on the ballot are the judicial races. They are very important, because it matter a great deal who sits there.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Akemann would make an excellent judge

I have known David Akemann for over 30 years, first as a colleague and then as the Kane County State’s Attorney.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Guest Editorial: Mental illness is not funny

As the Halloween season approaches, I would like to make a request on behalf of all the families in our Kane County area that have experienced a mental illness in their family life: Please do not use or promote the image of someone who is mentally ill as a costume character.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Encouraged to vote for David Akemann

I am writing to encourage voters in the 16th Judicial District to vote for David R. Akemann for Circuit Judge.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

In support of David Akemann

It’s difficult for the average elector to know who to vote for when it comes to judges.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Akemann should be held accountable

David Akemann is running for judge based on his record as state’s attorney. Really? That surprises me, because I think his record as state’s attorney raises questions.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Akemann deserves your vote for judge

I’m writing in support of David Akemann’s candidacy for resident judge of Kane County. I was an assistant state’s attorney for eight years during the time David was the elected State’s Attorney.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Time to elect Randy Hultgren

After much frustration with the state of the economy and the nation, we are exercising our Constitutional and God-given rights to help elect Randy Hultgren to the U.S. Congress.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Here are some reasons to vote for Bill Foster

To residents not sure who to vote for in the congressional election or even unsure whether they’ll vote at all, here are some reasons to vote for Bill Foster.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

True change in two weeks

When I recently read a letter to the editor in which the author labeled Congressman Foster as “fiscally responsible,” I burst out laughing—literally out loud.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

In support of David Akemann

I write in support of David Akemann for Circuit Court Judge. Please vote for David on Tuesday, Nov. 2—or before.

October 28th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

School Board nominating petition forms available

Kaneland—Nominating petition forms for the April 5, 2011, School Board election in Kaneland Community Unit School District No. 302 are now available.

October 27th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

WCC accepting HOF nods

SUGAR GROVE—Waubonsee Community College is accepting applications for the Chiefs’ Athletic Hall of Fame.

October 27th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

WCC announces new-campus opening

Sugar Grove/Aurora—Waubonsee Community College announced that its new downtown Aurora campus, located at 18 S. River St. on the west bank of the Fox River, will open to the public June 1, 2011.

October 27th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued
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Sensei Carlos Carranza receives rank of 5th Degree Black Belt

Sugar Grove—Rocky’s Dojo and Gym, Inc. (Champion Karate Studio) promoted Sensei Carlos Carranza of Montgomery, 36, to 5th Degree Black Belt on Saturday, Sept. 25, at its facility in Sugar Grove.

October 26th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued
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Photo gallery: Kaneland 47, Morris 7

The Kaneland Knights football squad wrapped up a 9-0 season Friday night with a convincing 47-7 win over the visiting Morris Redskins. Kaneland plays Chicago’s King High School Friday night at 7 p.m. at Peterson Field in Maple Park.
Photos by Ben Draper

October 25th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Walnut Woods sidewalk project planned

SUGAR GROVE—The Sugar Grove Village Board on Tuesday voted 5-0 to hire D’ Land Construction LLC to replace deteriorating sidewalks in the Walnut Woods subdivision.

October 25th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

MP mulls intergovernmental agreement

Discussion with Kaneland focused on handling growth
MAPLE PARK—A lot has changed in the six years since Kaneland School District and the municipalities in the district signed their first intergovernmental agreement (IGA). In 2004, growth was omnipresent; today, well, not so much.

October 24th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued
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Local youth helps fuel the cure for NF

SUGAR GROVE—Cole Rutter looks like any other kid, but his resiliency is tested on a daily basis. This Sugar Grove 12-year-old was born with neurofibromatosis (NF), a disease that can cause tumors to grow on nerves anywhere in the body.

October 24th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued
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Dog’s visit educates about consequences of drugs

Kaneland—A visit from Dakar, a police dog trained to sniff out drugs, helped Kaneland High School health teacher Cindy Miller educate students about the consequences of drug possession and use on Oct. 1.

October 24th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Local Girl Scouts learn with fall product program

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois’ Fall Product Program gives girls the opportunity to offer gourmet food items and magazines to their family, friends, and favorite Girl Scout cookie customers.

October 24th, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Village obtains receptacle for retired flags

SUGAR GROVE—The Village of Sugar Grove recently received a donated box designed to hold retired flags.

October 23rd, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Farm Bureau awards grants to FFA Chapters

Kane County—The KCFB Foundation recently awarded a $500 grant to each of three local FFA Chapters to recognize the continued contributions of students from Kane County FFA Chapters in the success of Farm Bureau programs and encourage these and other community service efforts.

October 23rd, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued

Maple Park must revise its plan for street repairs

Village officials cite state specifications as reason
MAPLE PARK—The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) changed its specifications for street repairs in Maple Park, causing the village to prioritize which streets it can repair.

October 22nd, 2010 | | Comments Off | Continued