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Naperville walk helps fund research into Huntington's disease
By Christie Willhite - 05/13/13
Imagine being a child and being told your mom's kind of odd behavior is part of a progressive disease that eventually will take her life. And imagine knowing that your mom's Huntington's disease is hereditary, that the particular gene that launched... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 05/13/13
Naperville CARES helps clients in need survive tough times
By Christie Willhite - 04/26/13
Mellissa Henry had moved 13 hours from her family and friends for a relationship she soon decided wasn't right for her. Without her support network, she felt lost until she found the backing of Naperville CARES and gathered the strength she knew she... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 04/26/13
Special chorus brings cancer survivors together
By Christie Willhite - 04/24/13
Words have been life-changing for members of the Voices of Hope chorus. Of course, they've been moved by the lyrics they've read, rehearsed and sung to audiences. But the words that changed everything were those delivered by a doctor: "You have... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 04/24/13
March for Babies walks set throughout suburbs
By Christie Willhite - 04/22/13
Laura Marcomb of Antioch focused on getting enough folic acid during her pregnancy to prevent birth defects. Jennifer McDonald received a steroid injection to strengthen the baby girl's lungs before she delivered prematurely. Kristin Greske learned... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 04/22/13
Human Race benefits range of DuPage charities
By Christie Willhite - 04/08/13
The thing about the human race is that we're all here together and, different as we may be, we can make life better for each other. The same is true about the Human Race. The 5K organized by Giving DuPage brings together runners and walkers for a... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 04/08/13
Caring in action: Fundraiser helps PADS address changing needs of homeless
By Christie Willhite - 03/12/13
DuPage PADS has a clear and simply stated mission: to end homelessness in DuPage County. For 27 years, the organization has recruited teams of volunteers to provide emergency overnight shelter to the homeless among us, giving those with nowhere to... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 03/12/13
West Suburban Humane Society plans 'Paint Your Pet' fundraiser
By Christie Willhite - 03/07/13
The West Suburban Humane Society's mission was simpler when it began more than 40 years ago as a way to reconnect lost pets and their loving owners. But over the years, it became clear there was more work to do: Stray pets needed homes as well. FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 03/07/13
Junior League tackles issues for youths in need
By Christie Willhite - 03/05/13
The Junior League of Kane and DuPage Counties has a habit of starting projects members don't intend to finish. More than a habit, really. A mission. But rather than setting the league up for failure, the approach is the Junior League's secret to... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 03/05/13
West Suburban Humane Society plans 'Paint Your Pet' fundraiser
By Christie Willhite - 03/01/13
The West Suburban Humane Society's mission was simpler when it began more than 40 years ago as a way to reconnect lost pets and their loving owners. But over the years, it became clear there was more work to do: Stray pets needed homes as well. FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 03/01/13
We Grow Dreams helps people with disabilities develop job skills
By Christie Willhite - 02/04/13
Through its greenhouse, craft and market programs, We Grow Dreams in West Chicago offers opportunities for people with disabilities to develop social and vocational skills. Today, Joyce Browne of Naperville talks about what participating has meant... FULL STORY
By Christie Willhite - 02/04/13
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