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Roselle residents rank 92nd in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois for August

By C. F. Donald | Oct 20, 2025

Roselle residents paid just over $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 92nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

DuPage County lists government events for Oct. 19-25

By C. H. Benoit | Oct 20, 2025

The following happenings are planned in DuPage County throughout this week.

In Memoriam: Donald N. Hensel remembered on his birthday (October 20)

By A. A. Lackey | Oct 20, 2025

Donald N. Hensel was born on October 20, 1926, in West Chicago, IL, into a modest family.

Wicked West Fest adds pet category to annual costume contest

By A. S. Dejesus | Oct 20, 2025

Westmont Special Events will hold its annual Wicked West Fest Costume Contest on October 18 in downtown Westmont.

DuPage County announces family and kids events for Oct. 19-25

By L. V. Miller | Oct 20, 2025

Don't miss out on these family and kids events happening in DuPage County this week.

Prairie State Taxes: Carol Stream residents rank 51st in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for August

By C. F. Donald | Oct 19, 2025

Carol Stream residents paid approximately $1.8 million in sales taxes, ranking 51st in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

This week in DuPage County history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Oct. 19-25)

By A. A. Lackey | Oct 19, 2025

This week in DuPage County history.

Religious-related gatherings in DuPage County happening Oct. 19-25

By H. A. Martinez | Oct 19, 2025

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in DuPage County this week.

This week's entertainment events in DuPage County: Oct. 19-25

By H. A. Martinez | Oct 19, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in DuPage County this week.

Bloomingdale ranks 74th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois during August

By C. F. Donald | Oct 18, 2025

Bloomingdale residents paid approximately $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 74th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

2024: How much was spent on football teams from DuPage County

By L. C. Ostrander | Oct 17, 2025

DuPage County's collegiate football teams received $3,328,167 in funding for the 2024 season.

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.

Prairie State Sales Taxes: Addison residents paid 20th-largest sum per muncipality in August

By C. F. Donald | Oct 17, 2025

Addison residents paid approximately $3.1 million in sales taxes, the 20th highest total paid per municipality in August.

Disabilities Job Fair connects job seekers with employers in Carol Stream

By L. J. Cummings | Oct 17, 2025

A Disabilities Job Fair was held last month at the Carol Stream Park District, bringing together job seekers, families, employers, and advocates to focus on employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Wheaton hosts small business showcase with participation from State Rep. Amy Grant

By A. A. Lackey | Oct 17, 2025

On October 17, 2025, local leaders and business owners gathered in Downtown Wheaton for the Wheaton Works Small Business Showcase & Walking Tour.

Sanalitro joins local leaders on manufacturing tour at Ferrara in Itasca

By L. J. Cummings | Oct 17, 2025

Earlier this month, the final stop of the fourth annual #MakersOnTheMove statewide bus tour took place at Ferrara in Itasca.

Lewis and Grant host free document shredding and food drive in Wheaton

By L. L. Lin | Oct 17, 2025

State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) are organizing a free document shredding and food drive event for local residents.

Lombard residents paid 38th-largest sum in sales taxes per muncipality in Illinois during August

By C. F. Donald | Oct 17, 2025

Lombard residents paid approximately $2.3 million in sales taxes, the 38th highest total paid per municipality in August.

Glen Ellyn appoints Robert R. Duncan as new village trustee

By Y. S. Wenger | Oct 17, 2025

Robert R. Duncan has been appointed to the Village Board of Trustees in Glen Ellyn.

Wheaton outlines leaf collection procedures and prohibits leaf burning

By A. S. Dejesus | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Wheaton has issued a reminder to residents about the proper ways to dispose of fallen leaves this season.

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