Convicts at Sheridan Correctional Center helped build some of the displays in this year's Festival of Lights in Aurora.
Boxes are available at the village hall and police department now through Dec. 12.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Plus check out many local organizations collecting items for tornado victims - animals and humans alike.
In honor of Veterans Day, Patch would like to recognize local members of the miltary—past or present.
"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
Eight individuals/groups were awarded for their character.
Todd Pierson and New Life for Haiti are raising funds for Widline, who injured her spine in an accident.
Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.
Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.
Celebrate Halloween with these entertaining, spooky and all-around fun excursions.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
I would've been on time, but....
Weekly musings from Jeff Long, public relations manager for the Fox Valley Park District.
Tebeau’s greatest claim to fame was his genius pick for the 1911 Aurora Blues baseball team.
Dogs will be able to run off-leash in the fenced-in play area. All dogs must have a current rabies tag to enter the park.
The Animal Welfare League also provides low-cost spay/neuter services and low-cost vaccinations for pets.
The cost is $4.
Take a shot at this week's prize of a great big load of Patch gear.
Think you know where this picture was taken? There's free stuff in it for you if you're right.
At 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3, the dead will walk and talk, but have no fear.
The day will include the ninth annual Montgomery 5K River Run and 3K Walk, plus a new 100 yard dash for the kids, as well as village’s first Fall Festival, which will include a wide variety of craft, art and game stations.
During the event, community members can bring electronics, all types of batteries, car fluids and metal to the recycling event location to help keep them out of landfills.
This year 65 families are participating in the event.
The SCTNow 5K Walk/Run 2011 will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at Lakewood Creek Elementary School in Montgomery.
Free apple pie will be served.