Ralph E. Schram, Jr., a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, passed away Sept. 12, 2022 at the age of 80. Survived by his wife of 52 years, Margaret T. Schram. For info, 630-834-3515 or www.elmhurstfh.com.
Elmhurst News
Memorial service for Mary Eleanor Wall
Mary Eleanor Kidder Wall passed away Monday, Feb 21. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1 at First United Methodist Church, 232 S. York Street, Elmhurst. Arrangements provided by Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – The Ahlgrim Chapel. For information, call 630-834-3515 or visit www.elmhurstfh.com.
Community Calendar
Pick of the Week Sunday, Sept. 25 LWV Candidate’s Forum Beginning at 1:30 p.m., the League of Women Voters of Elmhurst will host an in-person forum for Candidates on the ballot for the DuPage County Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners in District 2, and the DuPage County Board in […]
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 […]
Frerichs released
Lombard native freed in exchange for Afghan tribal leader imprisoned in U.S. on drug trafficking changes By Mike Sandrolini The long ordeal of Lombard native Mark Frerichs being held hostage in Afghanistan has finally ended. And it is indeed a happy ending for him and his family. After over two […]
Elmhurst University’s ‘Chicago Dish’ event to feature famous chefs; Rick Bayless, Stephanie Izard, Beverly Kim among participants
Chefs Rick Bayless, Stephanie Izard and Beverly Kim are recognized throughout Chicago and beyond for their critically acclaimed restaurants and their culinary prowess on competition series like Top Chef. They’ve also leveraged their fame and influence to benefit a range of charitable causes. On Thursday, Oct. 6 beginning at 7 […]
Three charged with burglary at Oak Brook Nordstrom Rack store; Group led authorities in high-speed chase; one officer injured, hospitalized
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis have announced that bond has been set for a trio of individuals accused of stealing merchandise from the Nordstrom Rack store near the Oak Brook mall. Doniesha Chew, 23, of Phoenix; Terrance Reed, 37, of Chicago; […]
Whelton offers budget presentation to D205 Board; Property tax structure led to funds delivered before end of FY2022
By Chris Fox FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT The Aug. 23 meeting of the Elmhurst School District 205 Board meeting included a presentation about the district’s tentative 2022-23 budget, delivered by Christopher Whelton, the district’s assistant superintendent of finance and operations. Whelton stated that there would be a public hearing about […]
City Council approves release of transcripts from closed sessions
At the City Council meeting held on Tuesday, Sept. 6, Council approved the release of transcripts from a closed session meeting that occurred on November 23, 2020. The purpose of this closed session was to discuss the threat of a lawsuit related to the Elmhurst Extended Care Development Project. At […]
LWV concerned about School Board holding fewer meetings; Also, some committee meetings no longer being recorded
By Chris Fox FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Marsha Baker, a member of the Elmhurst League of Women Voters, spoke up during the public-participation segment of the recent Board meeting of School District 205. Baker said the LWV was concerned about the board’s reduction in the number of its board meetings, […]