Travis Clifton Calvert, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, April 21, 2025. Born on February 9, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, Travis was a devoted husband, proud father, and a friend to everyone he met. He is survived by his beloved wife, […]
Other News
New performance space a welcome addition to historical society
By Jane Charmelo FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT In a little over a month, the Elmhurst Historical Society (EHS) will celebrate the opening of its new “band shell,” but talk to EHS Executive Director Dave Oberg, and he states it will really be more than a place to attend music concerts. […]
Elmhurst Community Calendar
Recurring on Sundays Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: [email protected] Saturday, May 3 An evening of Gershwin, Perkinson […]
Elmhurst 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 […]
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Mayor Levin visits Lombard
Elmhurst Mayor Scott Levin visited Lombard on Thursday, April 17, to read a resolution honoring outgoing Lombard Village President Keith Giagnorio for his many years of service to the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference. Levin was elected president for 2024-25 and was previously vice president. He succeeds Wheaton Mayor […]
York High School senior Brody named Illinois Journalist of the Year
IJEA recognizes her outstanding achievements in high school journalism Kate Brody, an accomplished student journalist and editor-in-chief of York’s school newsletter, “This Is York,” has demonstrated exceptional reporting, writing, and leadership throughout her high school career. Her work blends writing and photography, setting a high standard for student journalism at […]
Elmhurst 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 […]
Community Calendar
Recurring on Sundays Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: [email protected] Saturday, April 26 Create with us: Mosaic masterpieces. […]
New curator of education brings a wealth of experience; Emma Marston developed a passion for history in a roundabout way
By Jane Charmelo FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT Emma Marston started out her college career with a keen interest in the culture, history and literature of places like ancient Greece and Rome—so much so that she earned a B.A. degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, with a double major […]