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Kane County History: Thomas Lathrop Cleveland — Batavia's Presidential Connection

Kane County History: Thomas Lathrop Cleveland — Batavia’s Presidential Connection

September 7, 2018
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Communities, History, People, Popular Culture, Quality of Life, Quirky and Fun, WK-Communities

Editor’s Note: This article is part of a weekly series on Kane County’s amazing history. Today’s post was written by Batavia Depot Museum Executive Director…

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Good Natured: Blue Jays Actually Have Ability To Mimic Hawks

Good Natured: Blue Jays Actually Have Ability To Mimic Hawks

September 7, 2018
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Education, Environment, Government, Kane County Connects, Nature, Parks and Recreation, Quality of Life, Quirky and Fun, Recreation, WK-Features

This good-natured column is written by Pam Otto, manager of nature programs and interpretive services at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, a facility of the…

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Contest is Open for the 33rd Annual St. Charles Scarecrow Fest — And Illinois Bicentennial Is The Theme

Contest is Open for the 33rd Annual St. Charles Scarecrow Fest — And Illinois Bicentennial Is The Theme

August 31, 2018
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Awards and Recognition, Communities, Consumers, Events, Quirky and Fun

Want to make a scarecrow? Do you like cash prizes? If you answered “yes” to either or both of those questions, you’re in luck, because…

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POW! Sophie Is a Loving, Purr-Fect Black Cat

POW! Sophie Is a Loving, Purr-Fect Black Cat

August 28, 2018
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Communities, Consumers, Government, Pet of the Week, Quality of Life, Quirky and Fun

“Books. Cats. Life is good. — Edward Gorey, American writer, artist KCAC’s Adorable, Adoptable Pet of the Week is written by Tecla Metzel of Kane…

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Ukulele Fest in Aurora? You Bet! And It's Set For Aug. 26

Ukulele Fest in Aurora? You Bet! And It’s Set For Aug. 26

August 13, 2018
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Arts & Entertainment, Communities, Events, Government, Local Economy, Quirky and Fun, Weekend, WK-Communities

You’ve got to hand it to Aurora Alderman Mike Saville for thinking big about an instrument that’s so dang small. The ukulele, of Don Ho…

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Aurora To Honor Centenarians, Babies Aug. 26 at Annual '1 & 100' Celebration

Aurora To Honor Centenarians, Babies Aug. 26 at Annual ‘1 & 100’ Celebration

August 9, 2018
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Communities, Events, Government, Public Service, Quirky and Fun, WK-Communities

In honor of some of the eldest and youngest members of our community, the city of Aurora is hosting a special birthday party to celebrate…

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Hayrides, Vintage Thresher, Tractor Convoy All Part of Aug. 19 Dickson-Murst Day at The Farm

Hayrides, Vintage Thresher, Tractor Convoy All Part of Aug. 19 Dickson-Murst Day at The Farm

August 8, 2018
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Clubs and Organizations, Consumers, Education, Environment, Events, Parks and Recreation, Quirky and Fun, Weekend

Visitors can experience a bit of farm life from yesteryear at The Conservation Foundation’s Dickson-Murst Day at the Farm from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m….

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POW! Suave, Delightful, Happy Ivan Loves The Attention

POW! Suave, Delightful, Happy Ivan Loves The Attention

July 31, 2018
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Animal Care and Control, Communities, Consumers, Government, Pet of the Week, Public Service, Quirky and Fun, WK-Features

“A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life, things won’t be too bad.” – Robert Wagner, American actor…

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Photo Story: Kane Employee Night at Cougars Game

Photo Story: Kane Employee Night at Cougars Game

July 30, 2018
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Communities, Entertainment, Government, People, Photo Gallery, Quirky and Fun

Kane County employees enjoyed a near perfect evening Thursday (July 26, 2018) at Northwestern Medicine Field. The Cougars (50-51, 15-17 at that time) lost, 2-1,…

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Good Natured: Welcome To The Season Of Shed Skins

Good Natured: Welcome To The Season Of Shed Skins

July 27, 2018
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Education, Environment, Government, Nature, Parks and Recreation, Quirky and Fun

This Good Natured column was written by Pam Otto, the manager of nature programs and interpretive services at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, a facility…

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