Grammy-nominated jazz pianist and composer David Benoit, performing with the renowned Elmhurst University Jazz Band, will headline Elmhurst University’s 27th Annual June Jazz concert on Saturday, June 18. The public is invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets, drinks and a picnic to this free outdoor concert to be performed at […]
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Addison’s Serenity House receives funds from HOPE Taskforce; More than $100,000 given to address opioid crisis
The DuPage County Heroin/Opioid Prevention and Education (HOPE) Taskforce announced last week the award of grants to organizations to expand their capabilities in the fight against the opioid crisis in the County. Among the recipients was Serenity House Counseling Services, Inc. in Addison which received $32,425 for its Prevention Education […]
UCCA’s Taste of the Town: Dining for a Cause
United Community Concerns Association is excited to announce the 5th annual Taste of the Town: Dining for a Cause, an Elmhurst food and drink experience. Participating restaurants and businesses will hold Eat & Earn events throughout the month of May to benefit Elmhurst School District 205 families experiencing food scarcity. […]
WaterSmart Program great asset for residents, City says
The City of Elmhurst WaterSmart Program offers residents the ability to actively manage their water usage. As we move into the summer season when residents begin outdoor watering, filling pools, and using outdoor hoses more frequently, WaterSmart is a great asset for residents to manage their home water usage. WaterSmart […]
More about this year’s Parade…; Illinois National Guard Band makes Elmhurst Memorial Day debut
The 144th Army Band representing the Illinois National Guard will make its City of Elmhurst debut marching in Elmhurst’s 104th Annual Memorial Day Parade through downtown Elmhurst on Monday, May 30, at 9:30 a.m. Under the direction of Drum Major Sergeant Leslie Castro, the band is comprised of 38 […]
Fonzino to serve as Grand Marshal of Memorial Day Parade; Parade steps off Monday at 9:30 a.m.
On Monday, May 30, Elmhurst will hold its 104th Annual Memorial Day Parade, stepping off at 9:30 a.m. The Grand Marshal for this year’s parade is former Elmhurst resident Robert J. “Bob” Fonzino, a United States Army Lieutenant and medal-winning platoon leader as a Vietnam War combat veteran. “For me, […]
Ricky Lee Brosseau, 63
Ricky Lee Brosseau, a resident of Elmhurst for 30 years, passed away suddenly on May 14, 2022 at the age of 63. Beloved husband of the late Sandra Lynn Haley-Brosseau (2013); and former spouse of the late Tamala Lawless (2015); loving father of Nicholas Lee (Jennifer) Brosseau; proud grandfather of […]
Charlene “Char” Goodnick, 86
Charlene “Char” Goodnick passed away May 20, 2022, at the age of 86. She was a long-time resident of Elmhurst for more than 63 years. Beloved wife of the late Malcolm for 63 years; adored mother of Janet (Jim) Wolande, Keith Goodnick, and Judi (Dale) Dyer; cherished grandmother of Dan […]
Patricia A. Ruppert
Patricia A. Ruppert (nee Mars) of Elmhurst, passed away on May 15, 2022. She was born July 25, 1940 in Chicago, to the late Raymond and Stella (nee Iwanski) Mars. Pat graduated from Tuley High School in 1958. She was an accountant for ACE Hardware for more than 20 years. […]
Laura Rene Basic Willing, 58
Celebration of Life Open House to be held Saturday, June 4, 1-4 p.m. at Yurs Funeral Home, St. Charles, Ill. Laura Rene Basic Willing passed away on September 10, 2021, at the age of 58. She was born on January 9, 1963. Laura was an amazing person, full of life, […]
