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CITY OF GENEVA: Significant Fire Damages Geneva Township House

No one was injured after a single-family house was damaged by a fire Feb. 13 west of Peck Road in unincorporated Geneva Township.

CITY OF ELGIN: 2021 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program

Applications for the 2021 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant Program are now available to be downloaded from the City’s website at cityofelgin.org/historicgrants.

CITY OF BATAVIA: 5 Helpful Tips to Protect Plumbing as the Cold Sets In

Contrary to popular belief, pipes don't burst at the point where water freezes.

CITY OF AURORA: Aurora Launches Volunteer Snow Shovel Program for Seniors

With consistent snow events, increasing calls from senior citizens for snow removal assistance, and limited available programs, Aurora Mayor Irvin announced yesterday a new initiative to fill the gap.

CITY OF AURORA: Aurora Named One of the Best Cities in the Nation Where Black Americans Fare Best Economically

As the nation reflects on the contributions and history of Black Americans during Black History Month, the City of Aurora received national news this week that celebrates the progress and future of its own Black community.

CITY OF BATAVIA: Wipes & Personal Hygiene Products Clog Sewer Lines

Many household products including baby wipes, adult personal hygiene products, household cleaning wipes and other similar towelettes are labeled and marketed as DISPOSABLE and/or FLUSHABLE.

CITY OF ELGIN: Elgin Announces Plans to Reopen City Hall and Adjusts Parks and Recreation Offerings

With Elgin subject to less stringent restrictions within the governor's Restore Illinois Plan, the City announces plans to reopen City Hall for in-person transactions beginning February 8.

CITY OF GENEVA: City Offices Closed For Presidents' Day; Garbage Pickup Unchanged

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CITY OF ST. CHARLES: Random Acts of Kindness Week!

We are heading into one of our favorite weeks-Random Acts of Kindness Week!

CITY OF ST. CHARLES: Hiring At City's Electric Services

Job opportunity in the City's electric services.

CITY OF GENEVA: City Council Approves 2021-22 Budget

The Geneva City Council unanimously approved a $102.9 million 2021-22 fiscal year budget, a 3.7% decrease from the current budget, during its Feb. 1 meeting.

CITY OF ELGIN: Mobile COVID-19 Testing This Week in Elgin

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) announced that a mobile testing unit managed by the Illinois Department of Public Health will be at Elgin Community College all next week to provide Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) tests to the community.

CITY OF BATAVIA: Phase 4 Covid-19 Guidelines for Kane County

Region 8 (Kane and Dupage County) officially moved to Phase 4 of the Restore Illinois plan in response to Covid-19 on February 3, 2021.

CITY OF AURORA: Aurora Launches Tech Academy for 750 Students Aurora STEAM Academy Banner

What began as a pilot summer camp for 50 students has grown into a year-round academy for more than 750 Aurora youth.

CITY OF ST. CHARLES: Increase In Coyote Sightings Between Now and February

We can expect an increase in coyote sightings between now and February as young coyotes leave their parents in search of mates and territories to call their own

CITY OF GENEVA: Keep Fire Hydrants Clear Of Snow This Winter

With 5 inches of snow falling this week and more on the way this weekend, the Geneva Fire Department wants to remind residents to clear out the closest fire hydrant to their house.

CITY OF ELGIN: Planning and Environmental Linkage Analysis To Evaluate Potential Improvements To Randall Road between Big Timber Road and IL Route 7T

The Kane County Division of Transportation (KDOT) is conducting a Planning and Environmental Linkage analysis to evaluate potential improvements to Randall Road between Big Timber Road and IL Route 72, with particular focus on its interchange with I-90 (the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway).

CITY OF BATAVIA: Region 8 (Kane and Dupage) Moves to Tier 1 COVID-19 Mitigations

The Illinois Department of Health has announced that Region 8 (Kane and Dupage) have been moved into Tier 1 mitigations effective immediately.

CITY OF AURORA: Aurora Launches Tech Academy for 750 Students