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KDOT's Truck Mounted Attenuator

Kane County Division of Transportation Truck Struck by Vehicle

​On Monday, May 1, 2023 at approximately 10:00 am two KDOT Highway...
Sporting bare shafts where feathers once grew, Icarus the red-tailed hawk is in the process of recovering from a near-fatal encounter with a landfill flare.

Good Natured: Caring for Icarus

​Imagine this: You're driving along, minding your own business, wh...
Kane County's second annual government garden is taking root and planting day is right around the corner.

Second Annual Kane County Government Garden Taking Root

​​Planting day is right around the corner for the second annual Kane C...
Property Tax Drop Box at Kane County Government Center

Treasurer Releases Due Dates for Kane County Real Estate Tax Bills

The 2022 Kane County property tax bills (payable in 2023) are expected...
Tis' the season for outdoor Kane County farmers markets and farm stands.

Kane County Farmers Markets a Seasonal Favorite

​It may have snowed in April in Kane County but that hasn't ...
This temporarily flightless male red-tailed hawk, which last fall encountered a landfill flare, displays what's left of his tail. Instead of red, the feathers show the remnants of his finely barred immature plumage.

Good Naured: Risks for Young Raptors

​Alrighty Good Natured readers, show of hands: As a child or young...
Paper Cups

Paper Cups Now Recyclable Curbside

​Here's some good news for anyone feeling environmental guilt over a d...
A number of Earth Day celebrations are taking place throughout Kane County in 2023.

Earth Day Celebrations in Kane County

Earth Day Celebrations April 22, 2023 Aurora – 201 N...
People can observe a wide variety of native bees without fear of being stung.

Good Natured: Native Bees in Kane County

​Last week when we explored the life of Colletes, or cellophane bees, ...
Dozens of pet owners came out Saturday for the first Kane County Animal Control (KCAC) Drive-Thru Clinic of 2023.

Pet Owners Line Up for Convenience and Ease of Kane County Drive-Thru Clinic

​Dozens of dog and cat owners alike came out on a Saturday for the fir...