The Kane County Clerk's Office is offering public demonstrations of new voting equipment at a series of events at libraries and community centers across Kane County over the next two months. The new voting machines are set to debut during the March 2024 General Primary Election.READ MORE
Donation Page Established for Kane County Detective Anderson
The Kane County Sheriff's Office extends its appreciation for the ongoing, heartfelt support for their friend and colleague Detective Brian Anderson. There is now a donation page for people who want to help in his recovery.
Kane County Presents Beyond the Basics of Waste Reduction and Recycling
Kane County Recycling Coordinator Clair Ryan will discuss trends in waste and recycling in Kane County and how everyone can influence those trends during a discussion of the “three R's” of reducing, reusing and recycling, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library. READ MORE
St. Charles Cookie Creator Wins National Halloween Cookie Challenge
Kane County's Liz Suwanski took the top prize on the Food Network's "Halloween Cookie Challenge." Suwanski says she is a cookie hobbyist. (photo/Food Network) READ MORE
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Good Natured: Kane County Certified Naturalist Program
Pam Otto, Outreach Ambassador for the St. Charles Park District, says registration opens on Nov. 10 for this popular program, now in its 17th year. READ MORE
EVENTS /COMMUNITIES
The History of America's Most Famous Doll
Historian Leslie Goddard delves into the history of Barbie and how her inventor made Mattel one of the world's most successful toy companies and more. READ MORE
Write Your Novel During NaNoWriMo
Is writing a novel something you've always dreamed of? Visit the Gail Borden Library South Elgin Branch Nov. 5 and 19 to get started during National Novel Writing Month.
The Fox Valley Entrepreneurship Center's 2nd Annual Accelerator Showcase Nov. 7 in Batavia will feature Fox Valley businesses and their founders. Free registration.
Learn about generations of residents of Dundee Township, popular structure styles of the past and historic preservation of homes. READ MORE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Have Thoughts About Ride in Kane?
Pace is currently conducting a customer satisfaction survey for Ride in Kane, which provides curb-to-curb transportation for seniors, people with disabilities, Veterans and low income riders in Kane County. TAKE THE SURVEY
U.S. Holiday Train to Stop in Pingree Grove
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train is returning to Pingree Grove for a scheduled stop on Nov. 26 in its 25th season of visiting communities and helping those in need. READ MORE
Free Grocery Distribution at ECC Nov. 4
Northern Illinois Food Bank will be holding a free pop up
grocery distribution from 9-11 a.m. at Elgin Community College - RAIN OR SHINE. Groceries will be distributed to the first 1,000 families.READ MORE
Community Coat Drive Nov. 4
Help keep fellow residents warm this winter by donating gently used and clean or new winter coats, hats, gloves, etc. to St. Charles North High School. READ MORE
EDUCATION NEWS
Teacher Receives Grant for Gaga Ball Pit
A St. Charles District 303 PE/Wellness teacher was awarded a grant through Making Kane County Fit for Kids for a new Gaga Ball Pit on a school playground.
AU Launches Fast Track to Alternative Principal Endorsement
Educators with a master's degree can earn their principal endorsement in only one year, saving them time and money, in this newly-launched Aurora University program. READ MORE
JOBS
Join Kane County Animal Control
Are you passionate about animals and making a positive impact for our County's most vulnerable furry members? Apply for the Shelter Programs and Operations Manager position. READ MORE
Kane County is Hiring
The list of all open positions can be found at www.countyofkane.org. Kane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.APPLY HERE
Kane County Teaching Vacancies
School districts in Kane County are looking to immediately fill vacancies in teaching and other support positions.READ MORE
Kane County Health Department Welcomes Fox Valley Park District and City of Elgin to IRIS Referral System
The Fox Valley Park District and the City of Elgin recently joined the Integrated Referral and Intake System (IRIS), managed by the Kane County Health Department.
