July, 2016 Stories | Kane County Reporter

Batavia Committee of Whole discusses plan to raise minimum age for smoking

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Batavia Committee of the Whole discussed a proposal to raise the minimum age to buy cigarettes in Batavia from 18 to 21.

Aurora Committee of Whole reviews traffic study on intersection

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Aurora Committee of the Whole reviewed a study on traffic patterns at the Cheshire Drive and Millbrook Drive intersection.

Aurora Zoning Board to consider size-variance request for shed

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

The Aurora Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an ordinance to approve a size variance for a shed at its next meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday at City Hall, 44 E. Downer Place.

Batavia City Council discusses Fox River options

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Batavia City Council discussed dam-removal alternatives for Fox River.

Aurora Planning Council considers developer's annexation request

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

At a meeting this week, the Aurora Planning Council considered an annexation request for a retail development.

Aurora Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Board to consider equipment purchases

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

The Aurora Foreign Fire Insurance Tax Administrative Board will consider several proposed equipment purchases at its next meeting 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27.

Batavia District 101 Board to discuss alternative-learning program

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

The Batavia Public School District 101 Board will discuss the Alternative Learning Opportunities Program at its next meeting 6:30 p.m. today.

Elgin Image Advisory Commission to discuss Recognition Awards

By Wadi Reformado | Jul 19, 2016

The Elgin Image Advisory Commission will discuss preparations for the Recognition Awards at its next meeting 7 p.m. Monday at City Hall, first-floor conference room, 151 Dexter Court.

Evans calls on 'Emperor' Madigan to do the right thing, pass budget

By Kerry Goff | Jul 18, 2016

In a short, tongue-in-cheek letter to Speaker Michael Madigan, Richard Evans, the Republican candidate for District 43’s state Senate seat, clearly had enough with the recent delays in passing a budget.

Smodilla: Rauner's Turn Around Agenda can get state off bankruptcy path

By Sharon Brooks Hodge | Jul 18, 2016

Tracy Smodilla, Republican candidate for the 22nd District State Senate seat, said Gov. Bruce Rauner has demonstrated a willingness to challenge status-quo policies, and that she is advocating his Turn Around Agenda.

Carlisle and Kathleen Smith Purchase 2032 Lucca Court, Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Carlisle and Kathleen Smith purchased a home at 2032 Lucca Court, Elgin from Kei Wai Lai and Cui Jin Chen for $276,000.

Clifford and Regina Hughes Purchase 3681 Heathmoor Drive, Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Clifford and Regina Hughes purchased a home at 3681 Heathmoor Drive, Elgin from Anita B Kaufmann for $585,000.

Alina Bosze Purchases 2048 Edinburgh Lane, Aurora

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Alina Bosze purchased a three bedroom, two bathroom home at 2048 Edinburgh Lane, Aurora from Jeanine Berry for $183,500.

Daniel J. and Michelle A. Guzick Purchase 0, Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Daniel J. and Michelle A. Guzick purchased a home at 0, Elgin from DRH Cambridge Homes Inc. for $304,990.

Mark and Bonnie Olson Purchase 523 Glenwood Trail, Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Mark and Bonnie Olson purchased a home at 523 Glenwood Trail, Elgin from Mary Rose Lorhbach and Catherine L. Mutter (estate) for $160,000.

Jamie C Griffin Purchases 142 N. Lord Ave., Carpentersville

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Jamie C Griffin purchased a three bedroom home at 142 N. Lord Ave., Carpentersville from Sean Maloon for $111,000.

Daniel and Dorothy Heckle Purchase 1320 Challenge Road, Batavia

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Daniel and Dorothy Heckle purchased a four bedroom home at 1320 Challenge Road, Batavia from Richard E. and Julie M. Brooks for $348,000.

Joaquin Navarro Rivera and Guadalupe Vega Sanchez Purchase 232 N. Aldine Ave., Elgin

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 18, 2016

On July 15, 2016, Joaquin Navarro Rivera and Guadalupe Vega Sanchez purchased a home at 232 N. Aldine Ave., Elgin from Kathleen S. and Michael P. Willis for $69,000.