R. U. Cooper Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Glen Ellyn announces Halloween trick-or-treat hours and community events

By R. U. Cooper | Oct 22, 2025

Glen Ellyn has announced its recommended trick-or-treat hours for Halloween.

Wicked West Fest returns to Westmont with fall and Halloween events

By R. U. Cooper | Oct 17, 2025

Wicked West Fest will return to Westmont in 2025, offering a series of fall and Halloween-themed events throughout the village.

Temporary road closure announced for Touch-A-Truck event in downtown Wheaton

By R. U. Cooper | Oct 13, 2025

Willow Avenue in downtown Wheaton will be temporarily closed on Saturday, October 18, for the Touch-A-Truck event organized by the Downtown Wheaton Association.

Westmont announces Halloween decorating contest for homes and businesses

By R. U. Cooper | Oct 13, 2025

Westmont Special Events has announced the annual Halloween Home & Business Decorating Contest as part of the Wicked West Fest Celebration.

Westmont urges public to report street and sidewalk issues as winter approaches

By R. U. Cooper | Oct 7, 2025

Over the past three years, the Village of Westmont has allocated more than $4.25 million to street and sidewalk maintenance.

Glen Ellyn president nominates Robert R. Duncan to fill vacant trustee seat

By R. U. Cooper | Oct 3, 2025

Village President Jim Burket has announced his intention to appoint Robert R. Duncan to the Glen Ellyn Village Board of Trustees, following the recent death of Trustee Steve Szymanski.