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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
A national movement to raise awareness about the national crisis By Grit2 and Navigate Adolescence Until someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis, it’s easy to think mental health struggles affect others. But with two of every five people reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression, it’s likely not a question of if…
Read MoreDowners Grove Aviator: Art Chester inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame
By Paul Drabik Art Chester was a true pioneer in aviation. He is a figure that represents the best of what Downers Grove has to offer. Born on December 15, 1899, Art Chester was part of a generation that forged a new technological landscape in America. Just four years and two days later on December…
Read MoreA Garden-variety Group: The Garden Club of Downers Grove is anything but ordinary
BY VALERIE HARDY | Photos by Carolina Menapace For nearly a century, The Garden Club of Downers Grove has been growing plants – and a community of gardeners. Established by members of the Downers Grove Women’s Club in February 1927, it “isn’t a stand-alone club. It is part of a national organization [The National Garden Clubs,…
Read MoreChief of Police Michael DeVries
Leading a dedicated team to serve our community Photos courtesy of the Village of Downers Grove In honor of National Police Week in May, Anne Healy, Associate Publisher, catches up with Michael DeVries, Chief of Police for the Village of Downers Grove. DeVries was promoted to the position in January. Q│Please tell us a little…
Read MoreDowners Grove Junior Woman’s Club
In early March, the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club hosted its largest fundraiser of the year. The Black & White Gala featured casino tables, raffles, silent auction and music by Big Cat DJ Services. Proceeds from the event benefited the Club’s charity fund and their 2023 Charity Partner, Aging in Place with Habitat for Humanity.…
Read MoreA Musical Mentor: Band alumni weigh in on how Teague’s teaching inspired them to pursue careers in music education
Carolyn (Hitz) Cansler DGN Class of 1995 Director of Bands, Griffin Middle School – Frisco, Texas THEN: “Brayer was a bright, positive, energetic addition to the band program when he arrived.” NOW: “I have sent [Brayer] recordings of my band’s performance for his feedback when preparing for contests here in Texas. I’ve always very much…
Read MoreHealth & Wellness: Meghan Jacobson, LCSW
Whole Health Counseling Good health is a journey, not a destination. Every day it is a process and at times difficult to stay on the right path. But the choices you make about how treat your body and make a difference in how good you feel mentally, physically, and emotionally. Healthy bodies are instruments which we…
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