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Central Community Unit School District 301 highlights sports event and student achievement

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 17, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 shared updates on Twitter about an upcoming football game against another central team on October 16-17, celebrated reaching social media milestones compared to STC 303, and highlighted CHS senior Elinor...

Montgomery opens nominations for annual Halloween display contest

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 14, 2025

The Montgomery Beautification Committee has opened registration for its annual Halloween Display Contest, inviting residents to nominate homes and businesses with notable Halloween decorations.

St. Charles announces meet and greet with new police chief Dan Likens

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 13, 2025

The City of St. Charles will hold a Community Meet & Greet event with Police Chief Dan Likens on October 28 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the St. Charles Police Station, located at 1515 W. Main Street.

Geneva CUSD 304 highlights student events and school spirit in recent social media posts

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 9, 2025

Geneva CUSD 304 recently posted about student events and athletic support on Twitter in early October 2025.

Central Community Unit School District 301 shares recent events and achievements

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 8, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 highlighted cross country Senior Night and Fire Safety Week activities in early October 2025 through Twitter posts.

Geneva schedules fall curbside leaf collection and announces December bag program

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 7, 2025

Geneva’s curbside leaf collection program will begin in late October and continue through November.

Senator DeWitte announces over $109 million for roadwork across northern Kane and McHenry counties

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 6, 2025

State Senator Don DeWitte has announced that more than $109.4 million in state funding will be directed toward major road and bridge projects in Illinois' 33rd District, which covers parts of northern Kane and southern McHenry Counties.

Major road funding coming to Illinois’ 33rd District; LIHEAP applications open

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 6, 2025

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has allocated $109.4 million for transportation projects in the 33rd Senate District between 2026 and 2031 as part of its Multi-Year Program.

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Who among former Kane County area high school stars will participate in events the week of Monday, Oct. 6?

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 3, 2025

The week starting Monday, Oct. 6 will feature action from these former Kane County area high school stars.

Geneva releases fall newsletter with updates on city projects and events

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 1, 2025

Geneva residents have received the City's Fall Newsletter, which was distributed to subscribers on October 1.

St. Charles officials warn about ember-related fire risks as fall begins

By V. M. Drummond | Oct 1, 2025

As autumn arrives in St. Charles, local families often gather around outdoor fire pits and fireplaces or engage in seasonal yard cleanup.

St. Charles Fire Department plans hydrant flow test on October 2

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 26, 2025

The St. Charles Fire Department is scheduled to perform hydrant flow testing at 110 South 17th Street on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

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Who among former Kane County area high school stars will participate in events the week of Monday, Sept. 29?

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 26, 2025

These former Kane County area high school athletes will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Sept. 29.

FOIA request sent to Kane County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Kane County Sheriff regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

Equity & Inclusion Commission outlines suicide warning signs during September awareness month

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 23, 2025

September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Month.

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Which ex-high school athletes from Kane County area will compete in the week of Monday, Sept. 22?

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 19, 2025

The week beginning Monday, Sept. 22 will showcase these former Kane County area high school standouts.

Aurora issues RFQ for Orchard Road sound wall project

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 16, 2025

The City of Aurora has initiated the process to construct a sound wall along Orchard Road by issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify an engineering firm with experience in designing noise barriers.

Village of Campton Hills provides update on roadwork progress along Wood Bridge and Steeple

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 16, 2025

Construction activity continues this week along Wood Bridge Lane and Steeple Road in the Village of Campton Hills, with work focused on replacing curbs and preparing for upcoming milling operations.

Illinois Sen. Don DeWitte announces local events amid response to Charlie Kirk assassination

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 15, 2025

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was killed during a public speaking event at Utah Valley University last Wednesday.

Elgin City Council urges Congress to ban mask use by federal immigration agents

By V. M. Drummond | Sep 12, 2025

The Elgin City Council has called on the U.S. Congress and Senate to pass legislation that would prohibit federal agents, including those from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), from wearing face masks.

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