Community Involvement

Nate Johnson (center) Jake Zimmerman (right)

Kane County Veterans Advocates Take Top Honors

​Nate Johnson and Jake Zimmerman of the Kane County Veterans Assistanc...
confidential document shredding, paint, car seats, clothing, home goods

Kane County Shredding 'n' More Recycling Event, September 30, 2023

Shredding 'n' More Recycling Event, September 30, 2023 - confidential ...
The Kane County Office of Emergency Management offers classes in Emergency and Disaster Preparedness aimed at children.

Preparing Children for Emergencies and Disasters

​The Kane County Office of Emergency Management offers classes in Emer...
Meet Squash!

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week

​“When bored, find a little cat and watch it; when very bored, find tw...
Ethan Song

Kane County Board Votes to Support Gun Safety Measure Known as Ethan’s Law

The Kane County Board, by a vote of 20 yes, one no...
Kane County Partiscipants in Railroad Safey Course

Kane County Teams up with ICC for Railroad Investigation and Safety Course

​There are more than 14,000 highway-rail crossings in Illinois, with m...
Libraries Matter

Libraries in Kane County Matter and Here's Why

​Libraries in Kane County play a crucial role in providing access to i...
The green darner, Anax junius, is the largest dragonfly in our area.  Adults migrate to the warm South in winter; a new generation arrives back here in spring.  Photo credit:  iStock/mirceax

Good Natured: Migratory Dragonflies

​Did you see them...
Preparing Older Adults for Emergencies and Disasters

September 2023 National Preparedness Month

As an older adult, you may specific needs after a disaster...
Gun lock with Key

The Kane County Health Department Offers Free Gun Locks to Gun Owners, Retailers

​The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is offering free gun locks t...
Commuters who enroll in the RTA Transit Benefit Fare Program can save up to 40% on commuting costs next year.

Commuters Savings Possible Through New Transit Fare Program

​​​​Workers who use public transit to commute to their job could be en...