Marshall G. Harpestad Jr. passed away on June 8, 2023, at the age of 65, after a short illness. Marshall enjoyed a simple life, enjoying long conversations with everyone he met. He had a genuine interest in conversation and enjoyed connecting with people. He was a truck driver but was […]
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Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Man accused of leading police on hour-long, 100 mph high-speed chase
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Bensenville Chief of Police Daniel Schulze have announced that a Wood Dale man stands accused of leading police on an hour-long, 100-mph, high-speed chase. Anthony Oplinger, 27, appeared before Judge Daniel Guerin who set bond at $100,000. Oplinger is charged with two counts […]
Something at which to ‘Marvel’
Pictured here is a group of Marvel Superheroes, portrayed by members of The League of Enchantment. The characters took part in the Elmhurst Art Museum’s Opening Night reception for the new exhibition, Marvelocity: The Art of Alex Ross, on Friday, June 2. Marvelocityremains through Sunday, Aug. 20. Story and more […]
Registration open for annual ‘4 on the 4th’ race
The 18th Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th race is set for Tuesday, July 4, stepping off at 7:15 a.m., starting and finishing on Prospect Ave. between Elmhurst University and Wilder Park. The four-mile event is followed at 8:20 a.m. by a one-kilometer Kids Race for ages 5-12. […]
Opening June 9: The Bicycle: Two Wheels to Adventure; EHM new summer exhibit takes a ride through history of bicycling
Over the past 200 years, the bicycle has evolved into a vehicle that opens doors to new adventures and experiences for all ages. From transportation and infrastructure to manufacturing and recreation, this humble 19th-century invention significantly impacted life in the Chicago area by redefining an era of newfound leisure and […]
Janet (Kajpust) Bishop, 97
The family of Janet nee Kajpust Bishop is saddened by the loss of their Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother on May 28, 2023, at the age of 97. Janet is survived by her beloved Westie Dog Sugar, Her daughter Sandra Casperson, her son-in-law James Casperson, seven grandchildren and seven great […]
Michelle Maiers, 46
Michelle M. Maiers, nee Sommer, of Elmhurst passed away at the age of 46 on June 2, 2023, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Michelle is well known in Elmhurst’s musical community as a teacher, director and performer and had many music students during her 25+ year […]
George Allen Garrett, 80
George Allen Garrett, 80, of Elmhurst, passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, May 27 at the age of 80, after a battle with heart disease. He was born on January 13, 1943, to Ervin Garrett and Edna Lohmeier in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, where he joined brother […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]