August, 2016 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Smodilla blasts state high court ruling against Fair Map ballot measure

By Jeff Gantt | Aug 26, 2016

Tracy Smodilla, the Republican candidate for the State Senate District 22 seat, criticized the Illinois Supreme Court's ruling on Thursday to keep the Fair Map Amendment off the ballot in November.

Barrington Hills Roads Department updated on Veterans' Crossing project

By Wadi Reformado | Aug 26, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Barrington Hills Roads and Bridges Department was updated on the Veterans' Crossing construction project.

Geneva Committee of Whole discusses real estate transactions

By Wadi Reformado | Aug 26, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Geneva Committee of the Whole held a closed session to discuss real estate transactions involving the city.

Greater Geneva Art Guild discusses Facebook page

By Wadi Reformado | Aug 26, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Greater Geneva Art Guild discussed the group's Facebook page.

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GOP says Madigan to blame for keeping Independent Map Amendment off November ballot

By LocalLabs News Service | Aug 26, 2016

The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the Independent Map Amendment should be kept off the November ballot.

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Smodilla blasts 'finger-pointing, crybaby Democrat tactics'

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 25, 2016

Tracy Smodilla, the Republican candidate for the State Senate District 22 seat, recently slammed State Rep. Robert Martwick (D-Dist. 19) and his allies for complaining about their delayed paychecks in Springfield, calling one of Martwick’s arguments in particular an obvious distraction.

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Smodilla on food-stamp reform: Should Illinois emulate Maine?

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 25, 2016

If the state ups the ante for food-stamp eligibility by asking more of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, families might enjoy better health, and Illinois might enjoy greater wealth, Senate District 22 GOP candidate Tracy Smodilla said recently.

Aurora Indian American Advisory Board discusses upcoming events

By Wadi Reformado | Aug 25, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Aurora Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board was expected to discuss upcoming cultural events.

Cathy S Wyrick Purchases 37 E. Windsor Court, Sugar Grove (unincorporated)

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 23, 2016, Cathy S Wyrick purchased a home at 37 E. Windsor Court, Sugar Grove (unincorporated) from Mary L. Kant and J Katherine Mayer for $177,500.

Martin C. Nunex Purchases 450 Oak St., Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 23, 2016, Martin C. Nunex purchased a home at 450 Oak St., Elgin from United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for $80,000.

North Shore Holdings Ltd. Purchases 1534 St. Andrews Circle, Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, North Shore Holdings Ltd. purchased a home at 1534 St. Andrews Circle, Elgin from Wells Fargo Bank LLC for $85,000.

Orlando T Ray and Caroline M. Vega Purchase 1895 Faxon Drive, Aurora (unincorporated)

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Orlando T Ray and Caroline M. Vega purchased a property at 1895 Faxon Drive, Aurora (unincorporated) from Tracy Lee and Jill Lynn Pettit for $222,000.

Jose and Carmela Velazquez Purchase 456 Watson St., Aurora

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Jose and Carmela Velazquez purchased a two bedroom, one bathroom home at 456 Watson St., Aurora from Praetorian Investments Watson Series LLC for $53,000.

David R. and Joyce A. Brown Purchase 219 Braeburn Circle, Sugar Grove (unincorporated)

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, David R. and Joyce A. Brown purchased a home at 219 Braeburn Circle, Sugar Grove (unincorporated) from Jacob and Ashley Miskowic for $249,000.

Erik and Michelle Larson Purchase 11 Juliet N172, Elgin (unincorporated)

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Erik and Michelle Larson purchased a home at 11 Juliet N172, Elgin (unincorporated) from Timothy J. and Barbara J. Moore for $275,000.

Michael S. and Emily Palmer Purchase 706 Ozier Drive, Batavia

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Michael S. and Emily Palmer purchased a four bedroom home at 706 Ozier Drive, Batavia from Cynthia A. Norwood for $280,000.

Hector Meza Purchases 908 Larkin Ave., Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Hector Meza purchased a four bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home at 908 Larkin Ave., Elgin from Sun Tan Properties LLC for $168,000.

Bianca and Smith Baptiste Purchase 2061 Radcliffe Drive, Aurora

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Bianca and Smith Baptiste purchased a four bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home at 2061 Radcliffe Drive, Aurora from John D. and Dana Brinkmann for $174,000.

Chrissy L Strahota Purchases 103 Terry Drive, Sugar Grove

By Local Labs News Service | Aug 25, 2016

On Aug. 22, 2016, Chrissy L Strahota purchased a three bedroom home at 103 Terry Drive, Sugar Grove from Michael A. Jursich Jr., Amy L. Jursich and Amy L. Jurish for $199,900.