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...
HOW AI CAN HELP SMALL BUSINESSES COMPETE AND GROW Whether you're a small business owner or someone considering starting your own venture, you've probably heard a lot about artificial intelligence (AI) and wondered how it fits into your daily operations. While it may seem like a tool reserved for tech savvy companies, AI is...
A WELL-FUNCTIONING ECONOMY REQUIRES A FUNCTIONING GOVERNMENT Government shutdowns are harmful to the economy, the American people, and U.S. national security. The U.S. government shutdown began on October 1, when Congress and the Administration could not reach an agreement to continue funding the federal government...
CELEBRATE THE HORSE & THE SEASON AT THE FALL FESTIVAL AT DANADA, OCT 11 & 12 Join a celebration of the horse and the fall season at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s Fall Festival at Danada on Saturday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Danada Equestrian Center at 3S507 Naperville Road in Wheaton...
WHAT THIS SHUTDOWN MEANS FOR BUSINESSES The federal government has entered its sixth shutdown in 30 years, with significant implications for businesses, communities, and the economy. The U.S. Chamber is actively advocating for solutions...
JEEPERS CREEPERS! DUPAGE COUNTY'S FOREST PRESERVES GO ALL OUT FOR HALLOWEEN From family-friendly pumpkin hikes to gothic ghost stories for grown-ups, the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has a frightfully fun Halloween lineup this October. On Oct. 17 and 18, bring the family to Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve in Oak Brook between 5:30 and 9 p.m. for a self-guided pumpkin...
U.S. CHAMBER URGES ACTION TO AVERT GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN The Chamber is providing details about the potential impacts of a government shutdown and the implications for the business community and the economy. When Congress did not reach an agreement on government funding by September 30, the government shut down...
MONTHLY BRUSH COLLECTION RESUMES WEEK OF OCTOBER 6 The monthly Brush Collection Program resumes starting Monday, October 6 brush can be placed no earlier than Saturday, October 4. Please note the following reminders for the Brush Collection Program:...
FALL HYDRANT FLUSHING STARTS THIS WEEK! The City of Warrenville will begin its annual fall hydrant flushing program from September 29 through October 31, 2025, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Hydrant flushing is a regular maintenance activity...
WEST NILE VIRUS FOUND IN WARRENVILLE MOSQUITO TRAP The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) recently confirmed a positive test for West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected in Warrenville. This is the fifth positive test from the same mosquito trap in our community during the 2025 season...
SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM GROWS, BUT COST PRESSURES PERSIST Small businesses were more optimistic in the third quarter, but they continue to grapple with inflation and escalating costs, which remain the biggest barriers to growth. “This quarter’s Index reflects a resilient small business community that’s cautiously optimistic about the economy,” said Tom Sullivan, U.S. Chamber Senior...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks posted solid gains last week, propelled by the Fed’s decision to cut short-term interest rates. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.22 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index climbed 2.21 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 1.05 percent. By contrast, the MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed overseas stock markets, fell 0.27 percent...
BRIDGING CLASSROOMS TO CAREERS: LAUNCHING NEW BUSINESS-BACKED AP COURSES Last week, the U.S. Chamber and College Board convened business leaders, educators, policymakers, and students for an event that celebrated the launch of new two new AP courses and spotlighted the urgent need to equip students with practical business skills and entrepreneurial mindsets to thrive in a rapidly...
U.S. CHAMBER MEETS WITH WORLD LEADERS AT UNGA The U.S. Chamber is hosting a series of events and meetings during the 80th UN General Assembly (UNGA), including engagements with heads of state, to address key global challenges. The discussions showcase the U.S. Chamber’s ability to connect businesses with world leaders and the pivotal...
WEGO DRAMA BRING THE LAUGHS TO WEST CHICAGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL WITH THE 39 STEPS Wego Drama at West Chicago Community High School starts homecoming early by bringing The 39 Steps to life on-stage. The classic Alfred Hitchcock film finds new life with this wild comedy. It is adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan. This TONY-nominated and Oliver Award-winning play is about an average man who becomes...
FISCH FINANCIAL WEEKLY UPDATE Stocks posted a solid gain last week, riding a rally in megacap tech stocks while overcoming interest rate anxiety, a downward revision to jobs data, and mixed inflation reports. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.59 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index climbed 2.03 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added ...
