Fred Oscar Widicus passed away peacefully on November 7, 2023, at the age of 97. He was born on October 18, 1926, in New Baden, IL, to Fred and Cora Widicus. Fred was a beloved husband, dad, and grandpa. He leaves behind his wife of 67 years, Joan, […]
Elmhurst News
Marion Hinz, 94
October 19, 1929—October 31, 2023. Marion Hinz, age 94, a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, IL, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023, at home. Marion was born on October 19, 1929, to parents Paul and Lilli (nee Birndorf) Gerhardt. She married Oscar Hinz on November 25,1950. They knew […]
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 […]
Holly Trolley set to roll through the holidays
The City of Elmhurst has announced that free Holly Trolley Service will be available on Saturdays from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30. Hours of service will be 12 noon to midnight. Shoppers are invited to hop on, hop off, shop, dine, explore. The Trolley stops are: 1. York & Park […]
Fire Dept. celebrates promotions
At the City Council meeting held on Monday, Nov. 6 was a big night for the Elmhurst Fire Department. Two new firefighters Cymon Wind and Nick Holbrook took the oath of office. In addition, firefighter Drew Scarlett was promoted to Lieutenant, Bill Oeflling was promoted from Lieutenant to Battalion Chief, […]
Turkey time is coming! Number of participants up 14% for this year’s 40th DGTT
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Oglethorpe, the official mascot of the Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot, is getting fitted for bifocals because this year, he is turning 40. The 40th annual Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot is set to step off as usual on Thanksgiving morning from Park and Cottage […]
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 […]
‘Queer Eye’ host Karamo presents ‘Mental Health Matters’
As the culture expert on the Netflix hit Queer Eye and host of a nationally syndicated talk show, Karamo is known for the ease with which he relates to other people, helping them to discover strength in their identities. Drawing from his own experiences and work in social services, Karamo […]
Police investigate mysterious flyers that blanketed town on Saturday
According to a release issued by the City, the Elmhurst Police Department received several calls on the morning of Saturday, Nov. 4 regarding a flyer that was distributed overnight in the driveways of properties, primarily on the southside of Elmhurst. The flyers were not specifically threatening; however, they were political […]
Firefighters respond to house fire Monday afternoon
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT According to a release issued by the City of Elmhurst, at 2:14 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6, the Elmhurst Fire Department along with mutual aid companies responded to a call for smoke investigation from a home on the 300 block of South Mitchell […]
