FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Heightened volatility was on Wall Street’s mind last week, as investors continued to focus on valuations of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 1.95 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index declined 2.74 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 1.91 percent. The MSCI...
SHOP SMALL: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Small Business Saturday is an annual event that takes place on the Saturday following Thanksgiving (this year, November 29, 2025). First observed in 2010, Small Business Saturday has become an important day to show appreciation for small businesses...
WEGO DRAMA BRINGS THE WARMTH WITH ALMOST, MAINE: A ROMATIC COMEDY Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School continues their 2025-26 Season with a riveting production of John Cariani’s quirky and hilarious Almost, Maine. The play is a romantic comedy about love and loss in the town of Almost, Maine the show guarantees to warm the heart. It takes place on a Friday night in January...
THE RESILIENT MARKET: WHY HOUSING ISN'T CRASHING - & WHAT THAT MEANS FOR BUYERS AND SELLERS If you’ve spent any time scrolling headlines lately, you’ve probably seen the words “plunge,” “stall,” or “housing slowdown.” The truth, however, is far less dramatic — and far more interesting. The housing market isn’t crashing. It’s normalizing. Rates are settling, demand is steadying, and prices — while no longer racing ahead — continue to show...
TOYS FOR TOTS Help spread holiday cheer for local children - donate to Toys for Tots! What to Donate: New, unwrapped toys (in original packaging) for kids from newborns to 12 years old. Deadline: Drop off your donations Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. by Wednesday...
CHRISTMAS AT CANTIGNY RETURNS FOR A SPECTACULAR THIRD SEASON Christmas at Cantigny returns for its third season, bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever. From Friday, November 21, through Tuesday, December 23, Cantigny transforms into a holiday wonderland filled with lights, music, food, and festive cheer for our Christmas at Cantigny celebration. NEW Magical Twist for 2025: A Wickedly Popular Christmas, Christmas at Cantigny’s Sunday...
WHY MORE HOUSING IS KEY TO A THRIVING ECONOMY The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has launched a bold new initiative that strikes at the heart of the organization’s mission: ensuring every American has access to affordable housing because economic growth and prosperity mean little if people lack a safe place to call home...
WHAT'S GOING ON WITH CURRENT TRAVEL CONDITIONS? The FAA is temporarily reducing flight capacity by up to 10% at 40 major U.S. airports because of the ongoing government shutdown and air traffic controller strain. Airlines began phasing in smaller cuts (around 4%) and will ramp up to 10% next week. Expect some schedule shuffles mostly on domestic and regional routes....
OSHA'S UNOFFICIAL GUIDELINES FOR SAFE HOLIDAY DECORATING As workplaces decorate their offices with cheer and remembrance during the holiday season, it's essential to prioritize safety to prevent this joyful time from turning tragic. Between Thanksgiving and New Year's, non-typical workplace injuries increase due to electrical hazards, decoration fires, falls caused...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks rose last week thanks to a full slate of upbeat third-quarter corporate results and mild inflation data, which helped soften concerns over trade tensions with China. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained 1.92 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 2.31 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 2.20 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks...
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NEW JAPANESE PRIME MINISTER Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, ushers in a new era of economic and political strategy, presenting both opportunities and challenges for U.S. companies. Takaichi is expected to take an assertive approach to national security, strategic industries, and economic policy...
CITY OF WARRENVILLE TRAFFIC STUDY UNDERWAY You may notice poles or small devices on certain streets this week—they’re part of a Citywide Traffic Study being conducted by engineering consultant Kimley-Horn. This Strategic Plan Action Item helps the City evaluate speed limits and traffic patterns on Warrenville streets. It also supports the creation of a Traffic Calming Toolkit...
THE BORDER IS SECURE. A WORKER SHORTAGE MEANS OUR ECONOMY ISN'T. LET'S FIX IT. For years, suggestions about reforming our broken immigration system have been met with the reply, “we can tackle that once we secure the border.” Given the crisis at our southern border, that was an appropriate response. Now, thanks to the efforts of President Trump and his Administration, the border...
MARKET MOMENTUM: HOUSING CONFIDENCE BUILDS IN DUPAGE COUNTY Home values across DuPage County continued to edge higher last week, even as buyers and sellers navigated a mixed backdrop of elevated mortgage rates and seasonal slowdowns. The median home price across the county held near $405,000, up 0.7 percent year-over-year, while single-family homes in Wheaton posted a stronger 7.8 percent...
DON'T DUMP PUMPKINS IN DUPAGE FOREST PRESERVES Got leftover Halloween pumpkins? The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County urges residents to think twice before hauling those old orange orbs off to a forest preserve. While it might seem harmless, dumping pumpkins can harm local habitats. Pumpkins aren’t part of the area’s natural ecosystem, and when they’re discarded in preserves, ...
TRICKS, TREATS, AND TRUNKS: HALLOWEEN IN WEST CHICAGO Enjoy the crisp autumn air, vibrant fall colors, and the sounds of laughter filling the streets as downtown West Chicago comes alive with two spook-tacular trick-or-treating experiences on Saturday, October 25, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The City of West Chicago and the West Chicago Public Library District invite families...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks pushed higher last week, buoyed by strong third-quarter results posted by several money center banks. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained 1.70 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 2.14 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.56 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed...
CELEBRATE NATIONAL SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DAY Each year on the third Wednesday in October, we celebrate National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day and thank local chambers across the country for all they do to help entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes thrive. There are approximately 4,000 chambers of commerce across the United States, all...
SMALL BUSINESSES FEEL THE STRAIN OF GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN The government shutdown is causing major problems for small businesses, with delays at federal agencies slowing operations and putting revenues at risk. • Founder Philip Freeman, a member of the U.S. Chamber’s Small Business Council, warns that the shutdown will have long-lasting effects, even after the government reopens...
CITY OF WARRENVILLE HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT HOURS City Hall Trick or Treating: 3:00-5:00 p.m. October 31. Stop by for some treats and to see the decorations and costumes! Use the main entrance at 3S258 Manning Avenue. Here are some helpful safety tips to keep your Halloween safe...
FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING UNDERWAY THROUGH END OF OCTOBER City crews are currently flushing fire hydrants throughout the City with work continuing through the end of the month, weather permitting. Crews are focused on hydrants on dead-end lines and areas with lower water circulation. Signs will be posted in neighborhoods prior to flushing so residents know when crews will be...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks rose last week, looking past the government shutdown and apparently discounting any impact it may have on the economy. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index moved up 1.08 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 1.32 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.10 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks ...
WEGO DRAMA AT WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS "THE NEW MARGO" Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School continues the season with The New Margo, a suspenseful thriller. The play tells the story of young college women who are obsessed with crime thrillers. They become confused about why one of the group has undergone a major make-over. They collectively try to discover why...
