Lee Erber, a life-long resident of Elmhurst, passed away peacefully in hospice care at Elmhurst Hospital on May 8, 2020, after a year battling lung cancer. He was 67. Lee was born in Elmhurst on November 16, 1952 to Bud & Margaret Erber. Lee is survived by his daughter Shaye, […]
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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 […]
City offers “Restaurant Support Guide”
List of dining establishments with special services available The following Elmhurst establishments have confirmed with the City that they have modified their business plan during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic to remain open in some capacity offering drive-thru, carryout, curbside, or delivery options to patrons. Please note that restaurants and bars […]
These businesses are currently open
As a service to its readers, the Independent is publishing a short list of some of the businesses that remain open, despite the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic. JDS Insurance – Country Financial Jack Schiltz 630-388-9364 facebook.com/ JackSchiltzCountryFinancial Intensity Promotional Products Maggie Mann 630-805-1912 oneintenseplace.com Edward Jones Jason Janes 115 W. Vallette […]
And now for the good news…; So far, 228 COVID-19 patients discharged from Elmhurst Hospital
While the Independent continues its coverage of the latest statistics in the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, we have decided to report how many people have been discharged from Elmhurst Hospital – a number we WANT to see get higher every week. As of May 11, Elmhurst Hospital is currently treating 63 […]
COVID-19 updates for DuPage County
As of 11 a.m. on Monday, May 11, there were 4,770 total cases among DuPage County residents, including 252 deaths. Since Sunday, there were 155 new cases and four deaths reported: • Two females in their 70s; • One female in her 80s; • One female in her 90s. Number of cases […]
York High School to host ‘Pomp Under Any Circumstance’
‘Community Cheer’ for the class of 2020 planned for May 17 Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 has developed a plan to celebrate the Class of 2020 and commemorate York High School’s original graduation date of Sunday, May 17 at 1 p.m. York High School will host a Pomp Under […]
DuPage County Court extends limited court operations
DuPage County Chief Judge Daniel P. Guerin on Friday, May 1 issued an Administrative Order which extends limited court operations by rescheduling most criminal, juvenile, and all traffic matters through June 5, 2020. Beginning May 18, 2020, civil matters will remain as currently scheduled and proceedings will be conducted remotely […]
Vehicle caravan to honor veterans in lieu of parade; City presents 2020 ‘Always Remember Memorial Day’ convoy
This Memorial Day, the City of Elmhurst will be commemorating fallen veterans in a very special and safe way. Many of us look forward to the Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade, which includes participation from nearly 100 organizations and countless spectators. For more than 100 years, Elmhurst has proudly come together […]
Mayor Morley sends open letter to Governor Pritzker; ‘You represent all Illinoisans, not just Chicago’
[Ed. note: Following is a letter from Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley to Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker]: “Let me begin by thanking you for your efforts to keep all Illinoisans safe during this time of crisis. This is a challenging time for all of us. As leaders we are tasked […]
