BI022025

Rock Valley Publishing

TAKE ONE

Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025

Bensenville

Independent

also serving Wood Dale

VOL. 22 • NO. 10

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Bensenville announces winner of Snowplow Naming Contest The Village of Bensenville has announced the winner of its annual Snowplow Naming Contest. This year’s winning name, “SNOWBI WAN KENOBI,” was submitted by Bensenville resident Brittany Bending and her family. The name was selected through a public Facebook poll, where it received the most votes from community members. “We are always amazed by the creativity and engagement of our residents in this contest,” said Village President Frank DeSimone. “It’s a fun way to bring the community together, especially during the winter months. Congratulations to Brittany Bending and her family

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for submitting this year’s winning name.” The contest invited Bensenville residents to submit their best snowplow name ideas, with the top 10 entries advancing to a public vote on social media. “SNOWBI WAN KENOBI” joins past winners in the Village’s growing fleet of creatively named snowplows. The Village of Bensenville thanks everyone who participated in the contest and encourages residents to keep an eye out for “SNOWBI WAN KENOBI” as it clears the streets this winter. For more information, visit www. bensenville.il.us or follow the Village on social media.

SUBMITTED PHOTOS Bensenville Independent

Record crowd attends Sweetheart Ball

A record crowd of nearly 160 people attended the Feb. 8 Sweetheart Ball held at the White Pines Golf Club. The evening began with a delicious dinner. Later, guests enjoyed a lively atmosphere with a DJ, dancing, interactive games and a fun-filled photo booth to capture cherished memories.

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Bensenville resident Brittany Bending and her family (shown here) were announced the winner of the village’s annual Snowplow Naming Contest. This year’s winning name is “SNOWBI WAN KENOBI.”

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