Kane County Reporter

At Abbott Middle School, a 9.7-point achievement gap persisted between black and hispanic students in 2017.

Daniel J. Pfeifer (estate) and Tera Pfeifer unload 151 Ross Ave., S. Elgin

On Oct. 23, 2018, Daniel J. Pfeifer (estate) and Tera Pfeifer sold their home at 151 Ross Ave., S. Elgin to Osea Prieto Aleman for $100,000.

Keith L Valenti acquires 46 Main St. W785, Kaneville

On Oct. 23, 2018, Keith L Valenti purchased a five bedroom, two bathroom home at 46 Main St. W785, Kaneville from Albert P. Fecht and Mary E. Fecht Gramley (estate) for $215,000.

Statewide test results: black students score 3.9 points lower at Fox Meadow Elementary School

At Fox Meadow Elementary School, a 3.9-point achievement gap persisted between black and hispanic students in 2017.

Patrick and Jennifer McGuire buy 718 Highview Court, Elburn

On Oct. 23, 2018, Patrick and Jennifer McGuire purchased a home at 718 Highview Court, Elburn from Robert M. Lennon for $312,500.

Campton Hills home sales, October 7-13, 2018

According to BlockShopper.com, there were four reported residential sales in Campton Hills for the week of October 7-13, 2018.

Lori A. Westwood sells 831 Millcreek Circle, Elgin

On Oct. 23, 2018, Lori A. Westwood sold their home at 831 Millcreek Circle, Elgin to James R. Nelson and Kelley L Mendyk for $182,000.

Scott Fohrman and Anna L. Fohrman (estate) unload 506 N. Alfred Ave., Elgin

The home at 506 N. Alfred Ave., Elgin was sold on Oct. 23, 2018 by Scott Fohrman and Anna L. Fohrman (estate) for $148,000. The buyer was Chrystal Konen.

Julie A. and Robert Thomas and Julie A. Misner unload 2 Pioneer Park Place, Elgin

On Oct. 23, 2018, Julie A. and Robert Thomas and Julie A. Misner sold their home at 2 Pioneer Park Place, Elgin to Shawn Weinstock for $143,000.

School discipline: Which Illinois districts reported the most drugs-related suspensions?

Algonquin Community Unit School District 300 and St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 were among those in Illinois that reported the highest rate of students suspended for reasons related to drug offenses during the 2016-17 school year, according to the latest report from the Illinois State Board of Education.

GENEVA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Geneva Chamber of Commerce Is Now A Recycling Drop Off Location

Geneva Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on Oct. 20.The Geneva Chamber of Commerce is now a recycling drop off location for the Geneva Lions Club.

BATAVIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Calling ALL photographers!

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce is in the process of creating the 2019 Community Guide and Business Directory.

CITY OF GENEVA: Police: National Drug Take-Back Program Oct. 27

The Geneva Police Department will be working with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) in collecting expired or unwanted prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 as part of the National Drug Take-Back Day.

CITY OF GENEVA: Update: Fox River Reopened For Recreational Boating

Update - Oct. 18 The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has lifted the recreational boating restriction on the Fox River in Kane County as of 9 a.m. Oct. 18

CITY OF ELGIN: Don't want to rake your lawn or pay for yard waste bags?

Consider “recycling” your leaves by mulching them into your lawn with your lawn mower, or by composting them.

CITY OF ELGIN: Waste Wednesday

It's Waste Wednesday! Cardboard can be recycled

CITY OF BATAVIA: Why You Should Mulch Your Leaves This Fall

The Batavia Environmental Commission encourages Batavia Residents to mulch their leaves this fall.

CITY OF BATAVIA: Trick-Or-Treating

In preparation for Halloween, the Batavia Police Department has issued several recommendations to help make trick-or-treating a safe and enjoyable experience for young witches and goblins.

CITY OF AURORA: Youth and Family Resource Fair Set for October 24

More than 20 community organizations and service providers will come together for the 4th Aurora Youth and Family Resource Fair on Wednesday, October 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Prisco Community Center, 150. W. Illinois Ave.

CITY OF AURORA: Free Electronics Recycling on October 27