Aurora Beacon-News Opinion

Column: Questions remain after AVAC controversy but missions to help vets continue
New Fox Valley Veterans Alliance moving forward with goal to help more veterans.

Column: New England Congregational in Aurora continues its march for LGBTQ inclusivity
This Sunday, eight congregations will join together to celebrate Pride with a special ecumenical service...

Column: Casino leaves downtown Aurora but its mark will remain: ‘It helped put Aurora on the map’
With the new Hollywood Casino Aurora set to open near Interstate 88 in the city...

Column: GAR museum in Aurora racking up more state awards as it expands community engagement
In case you’ve not been paying attention, the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall...

Column: Aurora woman’s family history a labor of love for future generations
Marti Guarin, 84, wanted to get her family history written down, including the information about...

Column: Known as a selfless fighter, Ukrainian War humanitarian Rene Koehler of Oswego dies of cancer
Rene Koehler, who filled a plane with desperately needed supplies and flew with them from...

Column: Greatest Generation deserves a salute for their World War II service
Memories that I won't forget from conversations with World War II veterans will always be...

Column: Acclaimed new author and Waubonsie Valley grad to return to the community that shaped his story
James Stewart III, a Waubonsie Valley High School graduate and author, will hold a reading,...

Column: Young therapist at Family Counseling Service in Aurora creates on-site food and clothing pantry
As a therapist at Family Counseling Service in Aurora, Quintin Ingram not only listens to...

Column: New Yorkville priest combines magic with ministry
The Rev. Jerome Kish says he uses magic "as a teaching moment rather than a...

Column: New podcast shines light on Aurora and cold case killing
The “City of Lights” podcast is not a whodunit that focuses on the investigation, it...

Column: Susan S. Starrett takes center stage with Lifetime Achievement Award
Starrett’s accomplishments in music honored by Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame.

Column: Developer Karademas says Leilani the right fit for upscale restaurant in The Mayan building in Aurora
Plan would have Leilani Asian Fusion go into first-floor space at the historic structure in...
