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Kane County has earned an Honorable Mention from the League of American Bicyclists

Kane County Receives Honorable Mention in National Bicycle Friendly Communities Program

Kane County has earned an Honorable Mention from the League of American Bicyclists as part of its nationally recognized Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC) program, marking the first time the county has applied for the distinction...
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Thawing Fox River - Photo from Kane County Emergency Management

Changing Temps Brings Risk for Ice Jams on Fox River

​Kane County Emergency Management is cautioning that the deep January cold caused much of the Fox River to freeze and while the sudden warm up is welcome, it also increases the risk of ice jams forming...
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Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum

Museums and History Centers in Kane County Have Something for Everyone

Kane County’s keepers of history make the past approachable, engaging, and relevant—especially in this historic year marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence...
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Utility incentives and rebates are designed to reduce upfront costs while delivering long-term savings

Kane County Shares Utility Discounts and Incentives Available for 2026

​Rising energy costs continue to put pressure on households, but improving your home’s energy efficiency doesn’t have to be out of reach...
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Realtors can play a key role in the program by sharing information with new homeowners.

Kane County and The Conservation Foundation Partner to Bring Trees to New Homeowners

Kane County is partnering with The Conservation Foundation to hel...
Mighty Greens Farm is a diverse vegetable farm located in Elburn, Illinois, operated by the Palomares family

Growing for Kane: Mighty Greens Farm Grows Food Year-Round in Kane County

Kane County Connects is spotlighting local farms that received grants ...
The Kane County Health Department is a core partner in the initiative.

New Kane County Network Will Connect Services For At-Risk-Youth

The Kane County Circle of Care is a concept creating a coord...