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St. Charles Hosts Kentucky Derby Day: A Celebration of Greyhound

St. Charles Hosts Kentucky Derby Day: A Celebration of Greyhound

April 28, 2017
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Communities, Events, History, Nonprofits, Sports

On Saturday, May 6, the St. Charles History Museum will be hosting Kentucky Derby Day, an event series highlighting the city’s own connection to horse…

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New Book Reveals 'Illustrated History of Campton Township'

New Book Reveals ‘Illustrated History of Campton Township’

March 16, 2017
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Communities, Consumers, History

Author and Corron Farm Preservation Society collaborator Adam D. Gibbons has completed what is believed to be the first-ever book on the history of Campton…

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Newly Renovated St. Charles Community Center Is 'Living Tribute' to Baker Family

Newly Renovated St. Charles Community Center Is ‘Living Tribute’ to Baker Family

March 15, 2017
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Communities, Development, Government, History, Parks and Recreation

In a “wow” moment for historical preservation and community involvement, the St. Charles Park District is ready to unveil the $1.8 million renovation of the…

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Sad to Say, White Christmas Unlikely in 2016 — Third in a Row

Sad to Say, White Christmas Unlikely in 2016 — Third in a Row

December 22, 2016
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Holidays, Weather Events

Dreaming about a white Christmas in Kane County this year? As they might say out East, “fuggedaboudit.” For the third year in a row, we’re…

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Aurora Historical Society's Unique Sept. 30 Fundraiser Re-Creates 1910 Saloon

Aurora Historical Society’s Unique Sept. 30 Fundraiser Re-Creates 1910 Saloon

September 19, 2016
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Communities, Events, History, Nonprofits

The Aurora Historical Society fall fundraiser, titled “When The Factory Whistle Blows,” will re-create the working class culture of 1910, complete with a fictional saloon…

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Love Architecture? Local History? Check Out the 35th Annual Historic Elgin House Tour

Love Architecture? Local History? Check Out the 35th Annual Historic Elgin House Tour

September 3, 2016
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Communities, Events, History

The Gifford Park Association will hold its 35th Annual Historic Elgin House Tour on Saturday, Sept. 10, and Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016. Each year, the…

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Blackberry Farm Hosts Civil War Days on Aug. 13-14

Blackberry Farm Hosts Civil War Days on Aug. 13-14

August 5, 2016
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Entertainment, Events, History, Parks and Recreation

Blackberry Farm will commemorate the 152nd anniversary of the American Civil War with a weekend-long event on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 13-14. Civil War Days…

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Learn About the Origins of Primrose Farm Park Aug. 18

Learn About the Origins of Primrose Farm Park Aug. 18

August 4, 2016
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Agriculture, Communities, Events, History, Parks and Recreation

One of Kane County’s lesser-known agricultural and historical treasures is Primrose Park in St. Charles. Now, Kane County residents have a chance to learn more…

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Iconic Superfortress 'Fifi' Airplane Lands in Aurora This Weekend

Iconic Superfortress ‘Fifi’ Airplane Lands in Aurora This Weekend

July 13, 2016
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Communities, Events, History, Recreation, Weekend

The Aurora Municipal Airport is hosting the popular Commemorative Air Force AirPower History tour this weekend. From Thursday, July 14, through Sunday, July 17, the…

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PHOTO STORY: County Board Chairman Honors Civil War Veterans at Memorial Day Ceremony

PHOTO STORY: County Board Chairman Honors Civil War Veterans at Memorial Day Ceremony

May 31, 2016
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Events, History, Kane County, Veterans

Kane County Board Chairman Chris Lauzen keynoted the Memorial Day observance at West Aurora Cemetery on Sunday, May 29. The annual event was sponsored by…

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