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Kane County IRIS Reaches Major Milestone with 10,000th Referral

The Integrated Referral and Intake System (IRIS), managed by the Kane County Health Department (KCHD), made its 10,000th referral earlier this month...
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Kane County Division of Transportation Embraces Cutting-Edge Technology to Battle Winter Weather

With winter fast approaching and Chicago expecting a La Niña weather pattern that could bring colder and snowier conditions to the Midwest, the Kane County Division of Transportation (KDOT) is taking proactive steps to keep roads safer and reduce environm...
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Free Classes to Prepare All Ages for Emergencies and Disasters

As we have all witnessed with the recent hurricanes and the devastation they've left in the Southeast, natural disasters and emergencies can happen at any time with little to no warning...
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New Roadway in Northern Kane County Built, in part, to Spur Economic Growth

Kane County Board Approves Strategic Economic Development Plan to Navigate Future Growth

The Kane County Board has approved a comprehensive Economic Development Strategic Plan aimed at addressing the county's changing economic landscape and emerging challenges...
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A turkey vulture, or TV, warily guards its dinner. The bird’s nearly naked head is an adaptation to its diet, which is nearly 100% carrion.

Good Natured: Nature’s Dinner Guests in Kane County

When I was a kid, eating out was pretty big deal...
Kane County's Rick Kroman

Kane County Emergency Volunteer Responds to Hurricane Disaster Call

For 14 years, Rich Kroman has been a volunteer with the Kane County Of...
Some Kane County communities have established new Trick or Treating hours this year.

Trick or Treating Hours in Kane County

​Kane County communities are gearing up for Halloween, and some have c...
Kane County Treatment Alternative Court Team

Kane County Treatment Alternative Court Recertified by the Illinois Supreme Court

​The Illinois Supreme Court has recertified the Kane County Treat...