Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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City of Wheaton Names New Chief of PoliceCity Manager Mike Dzugan announced that Deputy Police Chief Princeton J. Youker will be appointed as Wheaton’s 13th police chief, following the retirement of Chief Bill Murphy. Deputy Chief Youker will be appointed as Acting Chief of Police upon Chief Murphy’s retirement on Sept. 25, and he will be officially sworn in as Chief of Police by Mayor Suess during the Oct. 2, 2023 City Council Meeting. The community is invited to attend a reception to meet the new chief from 6-6:45 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2 in the Gamon Room of City Hall, 303 W. Wesley St. The swearing in ceremony will follow at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. For more information, visit the City's website. |
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Prepare for Extreme Heat this WeekThe National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, with the heat index expected to reach 110-115 degrees in Wheaton. Plan now for excessive heat over the next few days, and please check on individuals who may need assistance. If you need a cooling center, locations in Wheaton include the Wheaton Public Library and Milton Township Offices. For more information, visit the City's website. |
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Shakespeare in the Park Returns Aug. 24-26The Wheaton Park District's Shakespeare in the Park returns Aug. 24-26 at Memorial Park (225 Karlskoga Ave) with the puppet show beginning at 6:45 p.m. followed by the main performance at 7 p.m. A community favorite, Shakespeare in the Park is a high-quality annual theater event presented free of charge to the public by the Wheaton Park District and Wheaton College’s Arena Theater. For more information, visit the Wheaton Park District's website. |
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Temporary Road Closures for Wheaton North High School March-A-Thon on Aug. 26The Wheaton North High School March-A-Thon will be held on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023. The following streets will be temporarily closed from 8 a.m. to noon for the event: - Naperville Road, from Illinois St. to Indiana St.
- Washington St., from Seminary Ave. to Indiana St.
- Seminary Ave., from Hale St. to Washington St.
- Hale St., from Union Ave. to Wesley St.
- Karlskoga Ave., from Wheaton Ave. and Hale St.
- Wheaton Ave., from Karlskoga Ave. to Oak Ave.
- Oak Ave. from West St. to Wheaton Ave.
- West St., from Prairie Ave. to Oak Ave.
- Papworth St., from Armbrust Ave. to Amy Lane
- Armbrust Ave., from Papworth St. to Darling St.
- Darling St., from Thomas Road to the end of Darling St.
These streets will be staffed with uniformed police personnel to assist and direct traffic during this time. All roads used for this special event will be temporarily closed for approximately 30 minutes to let the band pass safely. Once the band has cleared the roadway, it will be immediately reopened for vehicular traffic. Residents, citizens, and motorists are being asked for their cooperation in not moving the barricades to ensure the safety of the participants. Motorists may experience temporary traffic delays and choose to alter their travel routes to avoid these areas. |
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Wheaton Police Remind You to Buckle Up and Practice Child Car Seat Safety During Traffic Safety Campaign Now through Aug. 26To help ensure the safety of everyone in our community, this week the Wheaton Police Department and the Traffic Unit are conducting a traffic safety campaign with a focus on seat belt safety and child car seat safety. For more information and safety tips, visit the City's website. |
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Don't Miss Rock the Block for Charity on Thursday, Aug. 31Enjoy a rockin’ good time in Downtown Wheaton – all for a good cause! Featuring a free outdoor concert by fan-favorite The Boy Band Night and charity givebacks when you shop and dine at 20 participating businesses, celebrate summer at Rock the Block for Charity on Thursday, Aug. 31. - 4:30 p.m. - Opening Acts begin, Local students from Downtown Wheaton music schools
- 6 p.m. - Headliner begins
For more information, visit the Downtown Wheaton Association's website. |
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Senior Assistance Program Accepting ApplicationsThe City of Wheaton is now accepting applications for the Senior Assistance Program, an annual program administered through the City’s Commission on Aging that provides monthly financial assistance to qualifying seniors. Applications will be accepted through Sept. 22. Read more about the qualifications for this program and how to apply on the City's website. |
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Register for ALICE Training with the Wheaton Police DepartmentThe Wheaton Police Department presents ALICE Training (Alert-Lockdown-Inform-Counter-Evacuate) at the Wheaton Public Library on Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. ALICE helps teach individuals and groups how to proactively handle the threat in a violent encounter or active shooter event. To register, visit the Wheaton Public Library's website. |
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“Smashed: Wheaton Train Wrecks” History Presentation to Take Place on Wednesday, Sept. 6Join the City of Wheaton Historic Commission for “Smashed: Wheaton Train Wrecks” at the Wheaton Public Library on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Trains have been rolling through downtown Wheaton for 173 years. Local historian Bob Goldsborough will be providing a colorful look at rail mishaps in Wheaton and surrounding areas, from the biggest and most tragic disasters to less-known pileups. Register by visiting the Wheaton Public Library's website — spots are going fast! |
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Festival of Cultures Coming SoonDon’t miss the Festival of Cultures on Sunday, Sept. 17 from 1-5 p.m. at Memorial Park. The free, family-friendly festival presented by the Wheaton Community Relations Commission, includes live entertainment, cultural booths, food trucks, and a passport activity for kids. Enjoy a variety of music and dance performances from the Memorial Park Bandshell including: - Salsa del Norte - This lively salsa and Latin variety band was founded in 2016 by a group of Northern Illinois University graduate students in Afro-Cuban music and jazz. Get ready to dance!
- Midwest Soarring - Formed in 1996 the Midwest Soarring Foundation works to educate the public about American Indian cultural issues and build community among all. Their performance will showcase Native American dancers in native dress performing several traditional dances.
- Murphy Roche Irish Music Club - Founded in 1997, the club performs traditional Irish music. The group is composed of students of all ages and skill levels who perform, want to learn, or just enjoy traditional Irish music.
- Funkadesi - For the past 25 years, this high energy group has entertained audiences with its blend of Indian bhangra, Bollywood & folk with reggae, funk and Afro-Caribbean music. This is their fourth year performing at the festival!
- Wheaton College Gospel Choir - More than 35 years ago, this group was established by students who desired to worship God through black Gospel music. The choir’s diversity bridges cultural and spiritual gaps and performs and tours at various locations throughout the U.S.
Come see one or more of these entertaining groups at the 2023 Festival of Cultures.
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Wheaton Public Library Fall Program GuideWPL's Fall Program Guide is now available at the library and online! Learn how to make a pivot table in Excel, take a step back in time to the 1920s, join a book club, and so much more: https://wheatonlibrary.org/programs/guide. |
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Upcoming Meetings
City Council Planning Session
Monday, Aug. 28, 7 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
Stormwater Utility Fee Public Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 29, 6 p.m.
Wheaton City Hall
303 W. Wesley St.
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