State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, right, load donated electronics, which will benefit the Association for Individual Development. Over 100 residents visited her annual Recycling and Shred Day this past Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Carter Crane/The Voice)

Aurora

Yorkville man charged with marijuana possession

A 21-year-old Yorkville man faces a felony charge of unlawful possession of cannabis following the execution of a search warrant around 5:10 p.m., June 6, at a home in the 500 block of Hardin Avenue in Aurora.

Investigators from the Special Operations Group were assisted by officers from our Community Policing unit with the search warrant and impending investigation that led to the charge against Trevon J. Williams of the 2000 block of Muirfield Drive, Yorkville.

Seized during the search was just under 92 grams of cannabis, along with cannabis oil, various items of drug paraphernalia and about $400 in cash that investigators were able to tie to Williams.

A resident of the home, Michael Murray, 26, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for domestic violence.

Kane County

Golf For Kids benefit to be held next week

Morning and afternoon tee times are available for the 23rd annual Golf for Kids Benefit Outing to be held Monday, June 26, at Orchard Valley Golf Course.

Players may register individually or as a group, with the choice of team scramble or individual stroke play. The registration fee is $150 per player for morning golfers and $185 per player for the afternoon round.

Registration includes a tee gift (Under Armour Quarter-Zip Wind Shirt), green fees with cart for 18 holes, breakfast, lunch and dinner at Orchards Restaurant, along with door prizes and raffle prizes that include a full set of Callaway irons, Bears tickets, Cubs tickets and free rounds of golf at various local courses.

Morning play begins at 7:30 a.m. and afternoon play at 1 p.m. with a shotgun start for each.

Company sponsorship packages and promotional opportunities are available as well. This year’s title sponsor is The Dunham Fund and the presenting sponsor is Alarm Detection Systems.

The Golf for Kids Benefit Outing supports The Fox Valley Park Foundation, whose proceeds benefit local youth in the Fox Valley area to give all children the opportunities to experience enrichment programs, sports and camps regardless of financial standing.

Last year, more than $42,000 in recreation grants was awarded.

“Our mission is to impact the lives of young people in a positive way and promote social equity for residents throughout our communities,” said Jim Pilmer, Fox Valley Park Foundation Director. “Funding these programs gives our youth meaningful opportunities.”

Over the last two decades, the Fox Valley Park Foundation has raised more than $550,000 to fund youth programs offered in over 50 local schools. More than 3,000 local youth have benefitted. For more information on the Golf for Kids Benefit Golf Outing, visit www.golfforkids. info or call (630) 966-4516.

Kendall County

 Alcohol server mandated classes offered In Plano

By July 1, 2018 all on-premise alcohol servers (and those required to check identification for alcohol service) will be mandated to take BASSET. As of July 1, 2017, employees in the Kendall County area that sale/ serve alcohol or check identification must attend a four-hour class.

This class is called BASSET (Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training). Officer Robert Patton of the Plano Police Department conducts the BASSET class at the Plano Police Department monthly.

Anyone interested in attending the BASSET class, email Officer Patton at rpatton@planopoliceil.org. Officer Patton will email you back with information of the next class and a seat will be reserved. Walk-ins will not be allowed, as seats are limited.

BASSET cards will then be mailed out in approximately two or three weeks from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission.

Recycle and Shred Day collects over 4,000 pounds of paper

More than 100 residents stopped by state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, Recycle and Shred Day this past Saturday to have their sensitive documents destroyed, and to donate used books and safely disposing prescription medication.”

Kifowit’s Recycle and Shred day provided families the opportunity to recycle old electronics, have personal information safely shredded, and to have prescription medication properly disposed of. More than 4,000 pounds of paper and 40 pounds of medication were shredded and collected.

The event also resulted in 100 books being collected for Culture Stock of Aurora and three pallets of electronics were recycled to help benefit the Association for Individual Development. A full box of used cell phones also was collected on behalf of Mutual Ground to help victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.

“These donated cell phones are often the only life line victims have in order to get the help they need,” Kifowit said. “I happy to accept used cellphones for Mutual Ground at my office year round.”

Residents still interested in donating used cell phones or books may drop them off at Kifowit’s district office, located at 1677 Montgomery Road, Ste. 116 in Aurora. For more information, contact Kifowit’s constituent service office by phone at (630) 585-1308, by email at Stephanie.Kifowit@att.net, or by visiting www.ILDistrict84.com.

Oswego

Summer/Fall trip opportunities for seniors

The Oswego Senior Center is providing several wonderful trip opportunities, from day trips to multi night trips. Please call Lorraine at (630) 554-5602, or drop by the center at 156 E. Washington St. for more information. Trips scheduled include:

— Shipshewana day trip, Aug. 8, $85 per person; price includes bus, lunch, games and snacks on bus, plus admission to the flea market. Taking reservations through July 1.

— Royale Polynesian Revue Luncheon and Show, Aug. 9, $67 per person; Royale Polynesian will take you on a journey across the South Pacific to Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti and New Zealand. Professional dancers straight from the islands. Price includes bus trip to Diplomat West in Elmhurst and lunch. Taking reservations through July 26.

—Pigeon Forge & Smoky Mountains Shows Trip, Aug. 27 thru Sept. 2, $657 per person double occupancy. Taking reservations through July 1.

—Elton, Tom and Rod Luncheon and Show, Sept. 27, $67 per person. Fun tribute to these legends. Price includes bus trip to Diplomat West in Elmhurst and lunch. Taking reservations through Sept. 13.

Police to begin Slurpee Patrol

Oswego Police are again participating in 7-Eleven’s Operation Chill Program. This 7 ‐Eleven community outreach program is designed to reduce crime and enhance relations among 7-Eleven stores, police and youth during the hot summer months.

Operation Chill allows law enforcement officers to “ticket” kids they observe doing good deeds or exhibiting positive behavior. The ticket is actually a coupon for a free 12-oz. Slurpee semi-frozen carbonated beverage at any participating 7‐Eleven store, valid until the end of 2017.

Operation Chill, now in its 22nd year, has had more than 19 million coupons distributed by law enforcement agencies in the United States and Canada.

In addition to rewarding such positive behaviors as wearing bicycle helmets, doing good deeds, participating in community activities and organizations, observing street crossing rules, picking up trash and deterring crime, the program offers added opportunities for police officers to interact with children and teens in a non-law enforcement situation and enhance their relationships with community youth.

Though the reasons for being “ticketed” may vary, the end result is the same for every youngster: a free Slurpee drink and a smile.

Village launches #GoOswego branding campaign

The Village of Oswego is launching of #GoOswego, a new initiative to attract residents and visitors to Oswego, and to accelerate local economic development.

#GoOswego’s aim is to build Oswego’s image across the Chicago region as a forward thinking, business friendly regional entertainment destination where residents and visitors gather in an engaging natural environment.

The #GoOswego initiative is centered on a new website at www.GoOswego.org, which will be promoted throughout the summer with billboards and social media marketing. This new website highlights special events and other fun things to do in Oswego.

The #GoOswego initiative kicks off at the Oswegoland Park District’s PrairieFest this weekend.

The #GoOswego initiative includes a new regional branding logo used to market all of Oswego’s special events, including those sponsored by the Village and other community organizations. The new marketing logo and website will also be aimed at attracting new residents and businesses to Oswego. Phase two of the website rollout will include more information on shopping, dining, attractions and overnight stays.

Over the last year, a team of Village Staff and Board Members worked with an expert consulting team, Business District, Inc., to determine our regional brand identity. The goal of the team was to set Oswego apart from surrounding communities; enhancing marketplace visibility and investor awareness; and facilitating social and professional connections.

–Kendall County News Briefs–