The DuPage County Health Department announced on Friday, Sept. 25 that there are now four human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in DuPage County reported this year, since earlier this month, ranging in age from 40s to 70s. All four individuals have experienced severe symptoms and their conditions have […]
Elmhurst News
This year’s Turkey Trot takes on a virtual twist; Need at this time greater than ever, Gibbons says
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent Usually at this time of year, the Elmhurst Independent brings its readers the details of the next Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot (DGTT), held annually on Thanksgiving Day to raise funds in the fight against hunger in DuPage County. Naturally, this year COVID-19 has […]
Six coaches, 200+ York athletes in quarantine; District 205 considers COVID-19 “Dashboard”
By Chris Fox For The Elmhurst Independent During the recent District 205 Board meeting held on Sept. 22, Superintendent Dr. David Moyer reported that York High school student-athletes in several outdoor sports have started to take part in practice sessions that include coaches. The IHSA has allowed 20 such sessions […]
Whelton presents District 205 Board with budget details; FY 2020-21 shows deficit of about $5.5 million
By Chris Fox For The Elmhurst Independent At the regular meeting of the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board held on Sept. 22, Christopher Whelton, the district’s assistant superintendent for finance and operations, provided details about the district’s 2020-21 budget during the hearing. Board members voted unanimously during the […]
Lois Mae Smith, 93
Lois Mae Smith, a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2020, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Raymond B. Smith (2019); loving mother of Patty (Greg) Newlin, Ray (Denise), Barb (Wayne) Gunderson, Bob (Sheryl) and Bill (Audrey); cherished grandmother of Jason, Kristy, […]
Karol King, 67
Karol King died on Wednesday Sept. 16, 2020 in Elmhurst at the age of 67. From her birth to her death, Karol nourished people around her with a free spirit, a sense of adventure & unbridled love. She was born in Cleveland on Sept. 15 ,1953 and was one of […]
Alice J. Martin, 89
Alice J. Martin nee Kusles, formerly of Elmhurst, passed away recently at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late David. Loving mother of Christine (Ken) Calendo and Daniel (Kathy) Martin. Cherished grandmother of David (Nicole) Calendo and Amy (Phil) Weisberg, Ryan, Colleen and Kimberly Martin. Great grandmother of […]
Community Calendar
The Calendar returns! The Elmhurst Independent has started providing the Community Calendar to its readers who enjoy keeping up with what is going on around town. Upcoming events will be published, even if they are virtual and only available online. Please remember to be safe when attending live events by […]
Top crime news
Vending machine explodes, prompts arson investigation On Sept. 18, police said officers responded with the fire department for the report of a vending machine on fire in the 400 block of E. Schiller at around 9:36 p.m. Witnesses reported hearing multiple pops before observing sparks coming from the vending machine. […]
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 […]
