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Picture taken by Brenda Buschbacher at the Kane County Multi Use Building in St. Charles

Derecho Brings 90-Mph Winds in Parts of Kane County

The powerful line of thunderstorms that swept across the suburbs August 11 has been preliminarily confirmed as a derecho, bringing wind gusts approaching 100 mph, scattered power outages and widespread damage across Kane County and surrounding commun...
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Near Elburn, Pouley Road is known for its dense tree canopy, rolling hills, Blackberry Creek, the historic Pouley Estate and scenic rural vistas.

Kane County's Rustic Roads Preserve Scenic Beauty and Rural Heritage

​Kane County's Rustic Roads offer a glimpse of the county's rural heritage, winding through expansive woodlands, gently rolling farmland, Fox River tributaries, historic farmhouses and some of the area's most scenic landscapes...
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Picture of Kane County Board members Bill Lenert (Chairman of the Finance Committee) and Vern Tepe (Chairman of the Transportation Committee)

Kane County Board Approves Balanced Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

The Kane County Board has approved a balanced Fiscal Year 2027 budget totaling just under $403 million, continuing the County's efforts to strengthen its long-term financial position while maintaining essential services...
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Starting in 2027, KCAC will begin issuing colored "Rabies Exempt" tags for medically exempt pets.

Kane County Animal Control to Introduce New Pet Tag Services

​Beginning next year, Kane County Animal Control (KCAC) will offer new...
For many people living with chronic illnesses such as diabetes and congestive heart failure, access to healthy food can be just as important as access to medical care.

Food for Thought Kane County - Food as Medicine

​Food insecurity remains a daily reality for thousands of Kane County ...
Meet Mini and Pearl

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Mini and Pearl

​“Every cat is at heart a critic and pessimist...