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Families

If you think you're seeing more nuts than usual this year, you're not alone. Our region is experiencing an abundance of mast, or tree fruit, this year, with many species producing prodigious quantities of seeds.

Good Natured: Welcome to Mast Year 2023!

​If you've thought, lately, that you're going nuts, guess what...
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...
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...
Libraries Matter

Libraries in Kane County Matter and Here's Why

​Libraries in Kane County play a crucial role in providing access to i...
New Fall 2023 COVID Vaccine

Fall 2023 COVID Vaccines in Kane County

​The Centers for Disease Control advisory panel recommended the new CO...
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...
All children under the age of 16 - even infants - are required to have a valid passport for air travel to another country.

Don't Overlook Baby When Planning International Travel

​They might not take up a lot of space in an airplane seat, but all ch...
Kids and Social Media

U-46 School District Joins Nationwide Lawsuit Against Social Media Companies

​U-46 Elgin Area School district is joining a nationwide lawsuit again...
Kane County Board Chair Corinne Pierog, Howard Miller with Brady Against Gun Violence, County Board Member Bill Tarver

Kane County Board Recognizes Suicide Prevention Month Through Proclamation

The Kane County Board has overwhelmingly approved a proclamation recog...
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