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Naperville Jaycees uses powerful bats to win Juniors A Championship over Mortenson Construction
It’s the final Naperville Little League championship game of 2024 with the Mortenson Construction Laser Sharks taking on the Naperville Jaycees Dragons in the Juniors A title game. The lone championship being played at Knoch Park. Naperville Jaycees tied for the league lead with 12 regular season wins behind team MVP Alex Therapos as well as players like Vincent Drager, Jameson Kanak and Veer Pratap Singh. Mortenson started the season 0-5 before catching fire and going on an epic run to the championship game. Bryce Reed, Jack and Dylan Kane and Lucas Soline help round out an offense that was near the top in the league in runs scored.
PFI Chicago walks it off over the Minions to win the Naperville Little League Majors A championship
The Naperville Little League Majors A championship features the minions and PFI Chicago the top two teams in the division. PFI, which also calls themselves “The Turds” are coming off a 7-6 semifinal win to get in this position, thanks to a two run rbi from Aaron Brown. The Minions, featuring players like Gaspar Cho and Declan McCoy, look to end their season on a high note.
Kiwanis Club of Naperville takes down the Rumble Ponies in the Majors AA Championship
We are at Nike Sports Complex for another edition of Naperville Little League baseball. Will “Quattro” Eagan and the Rumble Ponies, take on Austin Fink and Nathan Emken of the Kiwanis Club of Naperville for the 2024 Majors AA City Championship. Evan Czochara helps give Kiwanis a 1-0...
Sun Acquisitions wins Supreme AA Championship over DEMI Healthcare Partners
We have the Supreme AA Naperville Little League Championship between the Sun Acquisitions “Dirtbags” and DEMI Healthcare Partners. Sun Acquisitions enters with an impressive 20-1 record, scoring the most runs across the league! DEMI Healthcare Partners are 17-6, and have the second-highest run total. Charles Ondurs and Preston Collins are hoping to cap off a great season, as DEMI Healthcare Partners comes off a 13-3 win in the Semifinals.
Swamp monster finds a new home just beyond the Naperville border
Driving along Naperville Road in Plainfield, you may have seen this green swamp monster, but its owner Brendan Heffernan said The post Swamp monster finds a new home just beyond the Naperville border appeared first on NCTV17.
Naperville School District 203 updates its e-learning policy
Naperville School District 203 has an updated e-learning plan on its books, following a recent affirmative vote from the board The post Naperville School District 203 updates its e-learning policy appeared first on NCTV17.
Gas price increase | Shooting investigated | Naperville Little League Championship Show
The start of July means a boost in gas prices in Illinois. As of July 1, the state gas tax will increase by 2 cents, moving it up to 47 cents per gallon. The rise is a result of Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Rebuild Illinois Capital Plan, which in 2019, established a yearly increase in fuel taxes to help fund infrastructure improvements.
“Olmec Trails: Culture and Legacy” brings head sculptures to DuPage County
Giant Olmec sculptures have been heading into DuPage County throughout June for the outdoor exhibit, “Olmec Trails: Culture and Legacy.”. The new exhibition features large-scale Mesoamerican Olmec heads, hand-painted by 33 artists across North America. The project was started in late 2022 by the Mexican Cultural Center DuPage and Meztli, Mexico, in partnership with the College of DuPage Public Art Project and the DuPage Convention & Visitors Bureau.
DuPage Auditor delayed reports | Olmec Family Fiesta | Kids Fishing Derby
DuPage County Board questions auditor on continued delay of reports. DuPage County Auditor Bill White went before the DuPage County Board on Tuesday, and said he was not yet able to provide elected officials with a number of delayed financial audit reports, including a look into failed paperwork filing for a cannabis sales tax.
DuPage County Board grills auditor on continued delay of reports
After a series of delays, DuPage County Auditor Bill White has indicated a series of financial reports should be unveiled within the next month as he pledges higher priority in going through assorted protocols and producing the documents. White went before the DuPage County Board on Tuesday, June 25, and...
Jason Quevedo finds his stride with Turning Pointe and Special Olympics
Special Olympics changes the lives of those with disabilities by showcasing their full potential in sports and everyday life. Growing up with autism, Jason Quevedo struggled to find a school where he could fit in and make social connections. His family searched for a second home and found it–and more–at...
Insomnia Cookies coming | Food pantry funding boost | Fine Art & Artisan Fair
A bakery known for serving up sweet treats late into the night is coming to Naperville this summer. Insomnia Cookies plans to open a location near the North Central College campus. Learn more about what they’ll offer and where to find them. Photo courtesy: Insomnia Cookies. DuPage County gives...
DuPage County gives funding boost to 13 local food pantries
The DuPage County Board will be giving a funding boost to local food pantries. On Tuesday, the group voted to provide $626,144.05 to be distributed among 13 pantries, as part of its Local Food Pantry Infrastructure Investment Program. Capital and IT needs for pantries supported by funding. The money will...
Luke Winder and Morolake Akinosun compete in the 2024 Olympic track and field trials
The 2024 Team USA track and field Olympic time trials were held this weekend in Eugene, Oregon. A pair of local athletes had strong showings as they chased their Olympic dreams in Paris later this summer. Luke Winder impresses in the Pole Vault. North Central College graduate and seven-time NCAA...
Insomnia Cookies coming to Naperville this summer
A bakery known for serving up sweet treats late into the night is coming to Naperville this summer. Insomnia Cookies The post Insomnia Cookies coming to Naperville this summer appeared first on NCTV17.
Four Under 40 award honoree Leslie Kane
Leslie Kane is a proud alumnae of Augustana College where she studied Theatre and Psychology. She went to complete her masters in Mental Health Counseling at Minnesota State University before beginning her career with the Center for Creative Arts Therapy in 2017. She started as a mere Marketing Intern and has traversed her way through multiple positions over the years. She now oversees training students and community events as the Director of Education and Community.
Four Under 40 award honoree Daveyon Bradley
Daveyon Bradley, a Purdue University graduate, is a dedicated advocate for social justice and community empowerment. As the founder of MoreThan23, NFP, he strives to surpass the 23% success rate for individuals affected by incarceration through personal development initiatives. With a background in Business Management and a passion for mentoring youth, Daveyon’s leadership extends beyond boundaries. His own experience of incarceration fuels his commitment to rehabilitation and correction, driving MoreThan23, NFP to create impactful programs and forge collaborative partnerships. Under his guidance, MoreThan23, NFP has grown from concept to reality, offering four programs to support incarcerated individuals and those reentering society. Daveyon also works at Sundog IT.
Naper Settlement hosts first summer farmers market
A farmers market with the goal of tying the Naperville community back to its agricultural roots opened at Naper Settlement Tuesday afternoon. “We wanted to bring the community together,” said Denise Wilt, public relations and social media team leader at Naper Settlement. “We thought this was a good way to connect people with local businesses and artisans.”
Metea girls soccer star honored | West Nile mosquitoes detected | Springbrook Parkway bridge closure
Metea Valley girls soccer standout Lucy Burk wins 2024 Body Armor MVP Belt. The all-time assist leader in Metea Valley girls soccer history and Northern Michigan commit Lucy Burk was selected from the more than 3,000 girls playing soccer in Illinois to receive the 22nd BODYARMOR Series MVP Belt. She...
First West Nile positive mosquitoes in Will County this year detected
Will County health officials say they have detected the first mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile virus (WNV) in the The post First West Nile positive mosquitoes in Will County this year detected appeared first on NCTV17.
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