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Central Community Unit School District 301 updates families on school schedule and events

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 15, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 used its Twitter account from October 13-15, 2025, to inform families about school closures, extracurricular events, and opportunities for engagement.

Kane County hosts Local Government Meeting today

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 15, 2025

Kane County Local Government Meeting today — event starts at 7 pm.

Village of Hampshire schedules fall 2025 fire hydrant flushing program

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 15, 2025

The Village of Hampshire has announced that its Public Works department will begin a fire hydrant flushing program in the fall of 2025.

Elgin residents paid 14th-largest sum in sales taxes per muncipality in Illinois during August

By C. H. Nugent | Oct 15, 2025

Elgin residents paid approximately $4.4 million in sales taxes, the 14th highest total paid per municipality in August.

GOP Chair McNaul says Batavia council silent as anti-ICE activist protests Laken Riley law: ‘A hollow slap in the face’

By Kane County Reporter reports | Oct 14, 2025

Rose McNaul, chairman of the Batavia Township Republican Central Committee, said she was “appalled” by the Oct. 6 Batavia City Council meeting, where she says divisive anti-ICE rhetoric went unchallenged.

DHS arrests suspect after rock attack on federal officers in Aurora

By M. J. Mueller | Oct 14, 2025

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on X that it arrested an individual in Aurora, Illinois, following an attack on federal officers.

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.

Kane County hosts Local Government Meetings today

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 14, 2025

Kane County Local Government Meetings today.

Senator DeWitte highlights ethics reform efforts amid return to Springfield

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 14, 2025

Former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan reported to prison on October 13 after being convicted earlier this year on ten counts, including bribery, wire fraud, conspiracy, and other corruption charges connected to a scheme involving Commonwealth...

City of Geneva announces hearing for 609 N. Lincoln Ave. patio variation

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 14, 2025

The City of Geneva has updated its Development Projects Map to include a new application for a lot coverage variation at 609 N. Lincoln Ave.

Geneva ranks 83rd in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois during August

By C. H. Nugent | Oct 13, 2025

Geneva residents paid approximately $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 83rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

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.

Aurora promotes participation in neighborhood groups for safety and unity

By J. V. Anderson | Oct 13, 2025

The City of Aurora is encouraging residents to participate in local neighborhood groups.

Local Government Meetings today in Kane County

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 13, 2025

Kane County Local Government Meetings today.

Government events in Kane County scheduled for Oct. 12-18

By K. F. Palmer | Oct 13, 2025

The week ahead in Kane County features these scheduled events.

City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission met Oct. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 13, 2025

City of Batavia Historic Preservation Commission met Monday, Oct. 13

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Kane County area competing on Thursday, Oct. 16?

By I. T. Youngblood | Oct 13, 2025

This former Kane County area high school standout will be active on Thursday, Oct. 16.

Carpentersville residents rank 76th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois for August

By C. H. Nugent | Oct 12, 2025

Carpentersville residents paid approximately $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 76th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in August.

This week's entertainment events in Kane County: Oct. 12-18

By K. D. George | Oct 12, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Kane County this week.

Central Community Unit School District 301 highlights achievements and events in October 2025 tweets

By N. A. Naylor | Oct 12, 2025

Central Community Unit School District 301 used its official Twitter account in October 2025 to announce consecutive playoff qualifications, celebrate a Family Literacy Night at Country Trails Elementary, and introduce second grade teacher Madison...

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