Kane Senior Council is in need of volunteers to deliver meals to frail and homebound seniors in Kane County. Tasha Samuels, director and information services/development…
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Boxcars clatter and train whistles blow The Fox River rolls, sometimes fast, sometimes slow Highs and lows, we all stand together Aurora Strong Generations of…
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Historically, two of the big draws at Kane County recycling events are the opportunities to responsibly dispose of paint and confidential documents. So this weekend’s…
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Calling all nature lovers. How would you like the chance to help diversify one of the oldest prairie restorations in Illinois? The U.S. Department of…
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If you care about the local environment, you and your family might want to take part in a historic and unprecedented Fox River cleanup event…
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The Fabyan Windmill officially reopened for the season on Saturday, May 18, 2019. The Windmill is located on the east side of Fabyan Forest Preserve,…
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Editor’s Note: This article — part of a series of stories on litter in Kane County — is written by Kane County Recycling Coordinator Jennifer…
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Editor’s Note: This article was contributed by Aurora resident Al Benson. About 70 women pounded nails Thursday through Saturday (May 10-12) at 823 Gillette Ave….
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The city of Elgin, in collaboration with community and business leaders, will hold the seventh annual Elgin International Festival from 1:30 p.m. to 6…
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Kane County is seeking a person to serve on its Zoning Board of Appeals — and soon may be looking for two alternate members, as…
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