Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Thanks to the Community for Joining the Wheaton Police Department During National Night OutThank you to the community for coming out and connecting with the Wheaton Police Department during this year’s National Night Out event at Northside Park. From fishing with Wheaton police officers to a SWAT obstacle course and donut-eating contest, there was something for everyone to enjoy! |
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Save the Date for the Festival of Cultures on Sunday, Sept. 17Celebrating the diverse, vibrant cultures of Wheaton residents, the 2023 Festival of Cultures will take place on Sunday, Sept.17, 1-5 p.m. at Memorial Park. This family-friendly and free festival is presented by the Wheaton Community Relations Commission along with its primary partner First Trust. Enjoy live musical performances from Salsa del Norte, Murphy Roche Irish Music, Funkadesi, and the Wheaton College Gospel Choir. The Festival of Cultures will feature 20 cultural booths, a passport program for kids, storytelling, arts and crafts, and food trucks. For more information visit the City's website. |
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Software Issue Affected July 12-27 Non-Emergency Police ReportsThe Wheaton Police Department identified an issue with software the department uses that prevented non-emergency police reports submitted online between July 12 and July 27 from being recorded. While this issue has been resolved, individuals who submitted an online police report between July 12 and July 27 need to resubmit their report to receive assistance. We apologize for the inconvenience this issue has caused. This issue only affected non-emergency police reports made online during the specified date range; this did not affect online requests for other City services, and all data remains secure. To resubmit a report, please use this form. If you are unsure of whether a report you submitted was in the affected date range, you can call the Wheaton Police Department at 630-260-2161, and someone will assist you. |
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Upcoming August Neighborhood Roll Call Events AnnouncedThe Wheaton Police Department continues the popular Neighborhood Roll Call events for the summer with more dates! These family friendly outdoor community gatherings are designed to connect residents with the officers who serve them and share current safety information. The Wheaton Police Department appreciates the many faith communities who are allowing us to host events at their sites. The August events will take place: - Tuesday, Aug. 8, 6:30 p.m., at St. Matthew United Church of Christ (1420 S. Gables Boulevard)
- Tuesday, Aug. 15, 6:30 p.m., at Second Baptist Church (1520 Avery Avenue)
- Tuesday, Aug. 22, 6:30 p.m., at Sikh Community Center (2131 Creekside Drive)
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Bond Set at $500,000 For Aurora Man Accused of Drug Induced HomicideDuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Wheaton Police Chief Bill Murphy announced today that an Aurora man has been charged with supplying cocaine to an acquaintance resulting in a fatal overdose. Markwon Wilson, 21 (d.o.b. 5/31/2002) of the 1700 block of Ravine Park Lane, appeared at a bond hearing last week in front of Judge Michael Reidy, who set bond at $500,000 with 10% to apply. On July 12, 2023, Judge Joshua Dieden issued a $750,000 with 10% to apply arrest warrant for Wilson. Wilson was arrested by Wheaton detectives and Winnebago County Sheriff’s Deputies on July 26, 2023. He is charged with one count of Drug Induced Homicide, a Class X Felony, in the death of 62-year-old Raul Torres of Wheaton. For more information, please visit the City's website. |
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Reminder: Wheaton Warhol Birthday Party at the Plaza Aug. 5As the summer of Wheaton Warhol continues, Wheaton’s Fine & Cultural Arts Commission encourages the community to come celebrate Andy Warhol’s birthday with art, music, a pop-up art exhibition and more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5. The event will take place on the Liberty Drive plaza near the Wheaton French Market, just east of Main Street. This event continues the celebration of Pop Art in honor of the McAninch Arts Center’s Andy Warhol Portfolios: A Life in Pop exhibit at the College of DuPage. For more information, visit the City's website. |
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Reminder: Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) Repairing Track at Washington StreetThe UPRR plans to repair a portion of the track at Washington Street from Aug. 4-6. During the work, the crossing will be closed to all traffic. Detour signage will be posted to reroute traffic during this time. |
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Creekside Bridge Replacement Project to Begin Aug. 7Project update: Crews have begun preliminary work to replace the Creekside Drive Bridge over Spring Brook Creek. A detour around the project area (Creekside Drive between Spring Green Drive and Gone Away Lane) is scheduled to begin on Aug. 7. Please drive with caution in the work area, as crews are completing preliminary utility work. For more information, visit the City's website. |
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Wheaton Municipal Band Featured by CBS ChicagoTake a look at this feature on the Wheaton Municipal Band! Thanks to CBS Chicago for highlighting the band as a Chicago Hidden Gem. Making music since 1930, the band has gained national and international recognition - making it a community-favorite for residents and visitors alike. Don't miss the last Memorial Park concert of this season at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. You also won't want to miss the band's Edman Chapel performance at Wheaton College on Aug. 5 at 8 p.m. The concert is free and open to the community. |
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Upcoming Library Events
Friends of Wheaton Public Library Book & Media Sale Aug. 10-13, Various Times In-person Wheaton Public Library 225 N. Cross St.
The friends of the Wheaton Library will host their Book & Media Sale Aug. 10-13 with a Preview Sale for Friends members beginning at 5 p.m. on Aug. 9. The sale features books for all ages as well as DVDs, CDs, LPs, audiobooks, and more. The dates and times are the following: - Thursday, Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Friday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Saturday, Aug. 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 13, 1-5 p.m.
Concert: The Throwbacks Tuesday, Aug. 8, 7 p.m. In-person Wheaton Public Library 225 N. Cross St.
These three young guys take classic oldies songs from the 50s and 60s and infuse high energy and modern songwriting into them to create a unique rock experience for audiences who have loved them for decades! No registration required.
Upcoming Meetings
Community Relations Commission
Wednesday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
City Council Meeting
Monday, Aug. 7, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
Planning & Zoning Board and Public Hearing
Tuesday, Aug. 8, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
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