October is Manufacturing Month and Kane County is home to a thriving manufacturing sector. More than 375 metals and machinery manufacturing firms employ over 9,500 people, while more than 280 food, beverage and packaging manufacturers employ another 13,000+ workers. READ MORE

Each spring and fall, the Forest Preserve District of Kane County conducts prescribed burns across prairies, woodlands and wetlands in an effort to restore and maintain the ecological health of a site. READ MORE

Looking for health-related events in Kane County? Check out the Kane County Health Department’s Community Health Event Calendar for upcoming programs, workshops and activities. Area nonprofits can also add their upcoming health events to the calendar by visiting Kane County Community Health Event Calendar and clicking “Add Event.”

Before the first snowflake falls, over two dozen area snowplow drivers and public works professionals gathered at the Kane County Division of Transportation to learn ways to keep roads safe while using less road salt and protecting local waterways. READ MORE

Fabyan Recycling Center Pop-Up Events Planned

Kane County’s Recycling Center at 517 E. Fabyan Parkway in Geneva is temporarily closed for repaving and improvements, with reopening anticipated in mid-Nov. In the meantime, Kane County and eWorks will offer pop-up recycling events from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 27 through Nov. 12, at 703 E. Fabyan Parkway, just east of the center. For more information on what can and cannot be dropped off and whether fees apply, visit the Kane County Recycling website.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 24

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. FIND A DROP OFF LOCATION.

Kane County Seeks Public Input on Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan

The Kane County Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee invites residents, emergency management staff, municipal floodplain managers and urban planners to its meeting at 10 a.m., Oct. 22, in the first-floor auditorium of Building A at the Kane County Government Center, 719 S. Batavia Ave., Geneva. Topics include municipal annual report requirements, progress on mitigation action items and updates to the County’s Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan.

Montgomery to Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Village of Montgomery will proclaim October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month during its meeting on Oct. 26. Trustee Theresa Sperling, a breast cancer survivor, will join the board in recognizing everyone affected by breast cancer. Community members are invited to attend, wear pink and show their support. Those planning to attend are asked to email communications@montgomeryil.org.

Aurora Police Officer Rescues Sleeping Resident From House Fire

The Aurora Police Department is recognizing the efforts of Officer Justin Cebulski who helped seven residents escape a burning home Sept. 21, including a man who was asleep in a bedroom as flames spread. Body-worn camera footage of Officer Cebulski’s response is available by clicking this link.

Rosati’s Pizza Celebrates New Headquarters in Geneva

Rosati’s Pizza Enterprises celebrated the relocation of its corporate headquarters to 524 W. State St. in Geneva, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 9. Founded by the Rosati family here in the Chicago area back in 1964, the family-owned pizza chain has grown to more than 200 locations nationwide.

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