Forest Preserve of Kane County Offers Free Wood Chips

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is offering free wood chips in late April. READ MORE

Future of Lord's Park Family Aquatic Center Parks and Recreation 

Elgin's Parks and Recreation Department is conducting a survey about the Lords Park Family Aquatic Center that will help determine the future of the facility. READ MORE

Blood Drive Near Big Rock

Roll up your sleeve for the Hinckley-Big Rock Chapter of the National Honor Society final blood drive of the school year on April 21 at the high school. READ MORE

Kane County Celebrates Women's History Month

During Women's History Month, Kane County is recognizing the leadership and skills of its female employees, which make up 53% of its staff, including those at the Kane County Board Office. 

Meet FINN!

Finn is a 2-1/2-year-old German shepherd that was owner-surrendered to Kane County Animal Control. He absolutely loves people and is ready to be adopted today.

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Sleepy Hollow Service Club Egg Hunt

Children scramble to gather eggs left by the Easter Bunny in the fields of Sabatino Park. The hunt is divided into several age categories including one for those with special needs. READ MORE

Calendar of Community Events for North Aurora

The Village of North Aurora is out with its 2023 community event line-up. READ MORE

Norris Cultural Arts Center Celebrates 45th Anniversary

Opened in 1978, The Norris continues fulfilling the mission and vision of its founders, Dellora and Lester Norris. The Norris plans to celebrate during an event event on April 15.

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Slow Roll in Elgin for Bike

Join Elgin Community Bikes on April 30 for a slow roll bike ride for "Ride a Bike Day." Ride a Bike Day kicks off Bike Month. READ MORE

Aurora University Pathways Track for Autistic Students

This summer, AU will continue to serve college-bound students with autism through the Camp Spartan Pathways Track. The program allows students to preview campus life, including academics and social activities. ​READ MORE

Commercial Areas in Sugar Grove to Get Internet Upgrade

The Village has approved a franchise agreement with Comcast to allow Comcast Business to bring its advanced, fiber-dense network and full suite of services to several business and industrial corridors in the village.

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Elgin Community College Student Journalists Win National Honor

The ECC student newspaper, The Observer, won first place for its digital newsletter, during the 2023 Associated Collegiate Press National Media Conference. This is the first gold-medal win for the Observer Staff. READ MORE

Serving Up 100 Years of Dining History in Hampshire

What started as a corner sandwich shop for over-the-road truckers over 100 years ago has become a diner that specializes in home cooked favorites. Allen’s Corner Diner has been serving the Hampshire community ever since.

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Kane County Circuit Clerk Job Fair

Employers, there is still time to register to have a table at the Kane County Circuit Clerk Job Fair in late April. The deadline to register is March 31. READ MORE