Letter: Please support Blackberry Twp road referendum on April 7
The issue of township roads in Blackberry Township has festered for many years and has finally come to a head. In an unprecedented move that underscores this situation, Rod Feece, our well-respected...
View ArticleLetter: Say no to Blackberry Township road tax increase
Blackberry Township is asking for a 75 percent increase in their road tax rate, raising the rate from 18.5 to 32.5. It is time for government agencies to plan and live within their means as we all have...
View ArticleLetter: Regarding Kaneland School Board ballot change
Now the Kaneland School Board election ballot has just been changed. The ballot change is so recent that the original sample ballot published a couple weeks ago by the Kane County Clerk’s office is not...
View ArticleLetter: Senior citizens for better schools
We as seniors are for better schools because it protects our property values. We don’t have any children in schools any more (maybe grandchildren); however, we are very concerned about our tax dollars....
View ArticleLetter: Vote for Krukoff April 7
John Krukoff deserves your vote for Elburn Village Trustee on April 7. He will bring six years of experience as a Planning Commission member, along with those analytical skills honed with his M.B.A....
View ArticleLetter: Vote for Oliver, Delgado on April 7
Please vote for Rebecca Oliver (No. 1) and Jimmie Delgado (No. 4) for Waubonsee Community College trustees on the April 7 Consolidated Election ballot. There are four candidates for two positions. Ms....
View ArticleLetter: Researching the eight School Board candidates
I’ve been doing my research. Having moved into the Kaneland School District just a couple of years ago, I will vote in this local School Board election for the first time. I have two young daughters...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from Blackberry Creek PTO
On behalf of the Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School PTO Family Bingo Knight and Silent Auction Committee, we would like to thank everyone who generously supported this event on March 7. We...
View ArticleLetter: Re-elect Bill Grabarek
Bill Grabarek is one of the incumbents running for one of three seats on the Elburn Village Board April 7. I’ve known Bill over 15 years. He continues to be passionate about Elburn in his efforts to...
View ArticleLetter: In support of Thomas Reynolds
I served with Thomas Reynolds as trustee on the Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District (ECFPD) Board. Tom is a good listener and he takes everyone into consideration as we work together to...
View ArticleLetter: In support of Grabarek, Krukoff on April 7
It has been a pleasure to serve alongside Bill Grabarek for many years. I find Bill to have a steady viewpoint—he does not carry nor bring forward a personal agenda. Bill has a heartfelt care and...
View ArticleLetter: The real meaning of public service
Is it public service or politics that bring people to run for office to serve their community? When a person takes office, for whatever slot, it should always be to serve the public,not have the public...
View ArticleLetter: In opposition of certain School Board candidates
I’ve been following the Elburn Herald letters section prior to the Kaneland School Board election, and have really appreciated, in particular, comments made by Laura Furco of Sugar Grove and Dennis...
View ArticleLetter: Compelled to provide corrections regarding Elliott letter
Last week’s Letter to the Editor section had a headline, “In support of Kaneland taxpayers on April 7.” All elected officials represent taxpayers, so it is not clear how Jerry Elliott would...
View ArticleLetter: In support of Valente, Lopatin, Pavlak and Witt
I write to endorse the following candidates for the Kaneland School Board election on April 7: Mr. Tony Valente, Mr. Peter Lopatin, Mrs. Gale Pavlak, and Mrs. Teresa Witt. I urge you to vote on April...
View ArticleLetter: What to do with unwanted clothes, textiles, shoes
It’s nearly time to start packing up the sweaters and bringing out the sandals. With this crazy back-and-forth weather, you may have already begun digging into the spring wear. As you begin the sorting...
View ArticleLetter: In opposition to proposed Sugar Grove TIF district
I am writing in opposition to the proposed second tax increment financing (TIF) district for the village of Sugar Grove. I am a 25-year resident of this wonderful community, and it is clear to me that...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from Kaneland Performing Arts Boosters
On behalf of the Kaneland Performing Arts Boosters and the Knight of Performances Planning Committee, we want to express our gratitude to the many individuals and businesses that made our third annual...
View ArticleLetter: A thank you to voters
A simple thank you seems inadequate to express my gratitude to everyone who supported my re-election to the Elburn Village Board. Whether you voted for me or for the other fine candidates, I promise to...
View ArticleLetter: A thank you to family
Thanks to my family for hosting my 90th birthday party. Thanks to all the family and friends that came to the party. Also, thanks for the cards from the people who couldn’t be there. It was all just...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you to voters
Thank you to everyone who voted for me for Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District trustee. I appreciate it very much. Thomas F. Reynolds, Elburn
View ArticleLetter: Lessons from Lincoln
This past week, the House of Representatives commemorated the 150th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s death. References were made to the hundreds of books that have been written about this man...
View ArticleLetter: ‘Seeing the light’ regarding proposed second TIF district
I am writing in opposition to my earlier letter to the editor, which was in opposition to the proposed second TIF district in Sugar Grove. I have now seen the light—these TIF districts are actually a...
View ArticleLetter: Frustration with Jordan’s dismissal
I am writing this letter to express my frustration with Old Second Bank (O2). Recently Margie Jordan, the branch manager at Kaneville O2, was terminated after 22 years of service. The reason she was...
View ArticleLetter: In defense of first responders
Forty-six years ago I returned to Illinois from my active duty service, which included Vietnam, only to be met by jeers and accusations such as “baby killer” when I wore my uniform. Today, some...
View ArticleLetter: The importance of secondary education in Illinois
Graduation ceremonies will occur over the next month, with one of the first being at Northern Illinois University this coming weekend. Congratulations to all the graduates and their families. I am...
View ArticleLetter: Further outrage regarding Jordan dismissal
I feel I must add my voice to the growing crowd of unhappy local customers outraged over Old Second Bank’s poor decision to terminate longtime local branch manager Margie Jordan. Me thinks maybe...
View ArticleLetter: See the Pouley Road crab trees
Pouley Road is less than two miles southeast of Elburn, and this time of year it is worth the drive to see the spectacular, flowering crab trees. Our parents planted them for future generations to...
View ArticleLetter: A thank you from Kaneland Sports Boosters
On behalf of the Kaneland Knights Sports Boosters Board of Directors, I would like to thank everyone who was able to come out and enjoy our 2015 “Knight to Remember” spring fundraiser. The night...
View ArticleLetter: Concerned about Keslinger, Dauberman Road intersection
I am writing to express concern about an intersection near my house and the high school: Keslinger and Dauberman roads. Each school day, many students and residents of Kaneland pass through this...
View ArticleLetter: Elburn Lions Bingo concludes for season
Thank you for your participation in Elburn Lions Bingo. Our next season will begin Friday, Sept. 11. We will also have Bingo during Elburn Days, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 21-23. Debra Cornell...
View ArticleLetter: Help us protect our investment
I attended a Sugar Grove Village Board meeting in April with many of my neighbors. The meeting was held to gauge public support for a proposed tax increment financing (TIF) district that would surround...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from Friends of T&C Library
Thank you to everyone who supported the Friends of the Town & Country Public Library’s 12th annual Flower and Plant sale May 8-9. The event was held inside the library, 320 E. North St., Elburn. We...
View ArticleLetter: Support the Sugar Grove Farmer’s Market
The Sugar Grove Farmer’s Market will begin on Saturday, June 7, 8 a.m. to noon in the parking lot of Sugar Grove Village Hall, Route 30 and Municipal Drive. The market operates rain or shine, and will...
View ArticleLetter: Worker’s comp laws shouldn’t discourage business
Worker’s compensation, a system that arose in the early 1900s as a compromise between business and labor, is a form of insurance providing partial wage replacement and medical benefits to employees who...
View ArticleLetter: A thank you from Elburn Food Pantry
The Elburn Countryside Food Pantry sincerely thanks Elburn area residents for their food donations, and the letter carriers for their work in collecting the food for the “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive,...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District
The Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District recently hosted a Vehicle Machinery Operations class. As some of you may have noticed at the intersection of North and First streets, there was...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from the Elburn Lions Club
The Elburn Lions Club would like to thank the Kaneland community for supporting our recent vision screening. Despite spring showers early in the day, we had a great turnout for the free eye screenings....
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from Elburn American Legion Post 630
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, the Elburn community once again gathered to remember the veterans who served this country and paid the ultimate price—their lives. The Elburn American Legion Post 630...
View ArticleLetter: Thanks to Elburn Chamber golf outing participants
The Elburn Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone involved in the 2015 Chamber golf outing on June 4. With nearly 100 golfers, 150-plus sponsorships and donations, and of course the many...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you for supporting our veterans
As the parent company of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans, Health Care Service Corporation is proud to partner with the Elburn American Legion Auxiliary Unit 630 to support and honor our veterans....
View ArticleLetter: Knight Run canceled
The 2015 Knight Run, sponsored by the Kaneland Foundation, has been canceled. Due to the heavy rains that have occurred and will continue all week, the Kaneland Foundation must cancel the 2015 Knight...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you to Thatcher
On behalf of the Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District, I would like to thank Gavin Thatcher of Campton Hills for all of his hard work at Station No. 2 in our Fire District. Gavin excels as a...
View ArticleLetter: Farewell to the Elburn community
After 30 years of serving the community with Dr. Hansen at his dental office in downtown Elburn, as well as the past several months with Dr. Brej, I thought it was time for me to take a step back from...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you to Girl Scout Troop 4843
On behalf of the Elburn Lions Club, I’d like to thank Girl Scout Troop 4843 of Sugar Grove for its generous donation of 2,213 books to the Elburn Lions for Literacy program. Troop 4843 consists of 11...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you from the Elburn American Legion Auxiliary
Thank you to all who helped make Poppy Days 2015 a success for the Daniel Simpson 630 Elburn American Legion Auxiliary. We are grateful to Elburn Public Works Director John Nevenhoven for adding the...
View ArticleLetter: Thank you to local businesses
A special thank you to Laurie and Paul at Kaneville Tree Farms for donating four new beautiful trees, and to Dan and Sue Strang of Strang Landscaping for digging and planting our new trees on Merrill...
View ArticleLetter: Sugar Grove Chamber thanks golf sponsors, golfers and volunteers
The Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce and Industry would like to thank our sponsors, golfers and volunteers for a very successful and well attended event on June 26 at Bliss Creek Golf Course. We would...
View ArticleLetter: In response to a previous letter
In response to Elburn Herald Publisher Ryan Wells’ letter, thank you for the concerns you expressed in your open letter of July 2 regarding discussion on a potential 6.25 percent sales tax rate on...
View ArticleLetter: Getting ahead in a just-getting-by world
Every Tuesday night for the last nine weeks, a group of women have gathered at the Sugar Grove Village Bible Church to acquire skills and support to break their current cycle of poverty. These women...
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