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Column: East Aurora High School teachers remain a family, even in retirement
East Aurora High School retired faculty members still gather three times a year to reminisce about their students and athletes, and to reconnect with their former colleagues.
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 listening to their thoughts about their love of God and country.
Column: For retired Fox Valley educator Frank Babich, students have always come first
From 1966 to 1985, he was a teacher and an assistant principal at East Aurora High School in Aurora, and transitioned to the principal's chair in Yorkville from 1985 until...
Column: Former Aurora Central Catholic football coach Mike Curry looks back on his years of success: ‘I loved the kids’
His many accomplishments include membership in two halls of fame.
Column: Memories drive conversation with longtime owners of Petit Auto Care in Aurora
It is with much sadness that for about the last year, I have seen a “For Sale” sign in front of Petit Auto Care along Prairie Street on the West...
Column: Pharmacy staff members deserve thanks for handling a busy job with style
While waiting in line at the Montgomery Walgreens Pharmacy over the years, I have admired its staff for handling “organized chaos” very efficiently.
Column: Veterans Day events in Aurora always moving, patriotic
My favorite city-sponsored event in Aurora has always been its Veterans Day activities and tributes. The celebration never fails to be a true patriotic experience for me.
Column: East Aurora High School Marching Band ‘truly the Pride of the East Side’
As the new school year began recently, the band is well past the century mark, and is in its 109th year. It has progressed in terms of membership, musical skill...
Column: Great friend passes away, but memories remain strong
My friend John Fabrizius passed away in August at the age of 73.
Column: Gathering of Marmion Class of 1965 grads makes memories come alive
Many memories came alive again recently when nine members of the Marmion Class of 1965 attended their 60th class reunion.