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As dusk sets in, thousands of swifts, Chaetura pelagica, make their way into an uncapped, unlined chimney in Geneva, IL.

Good Natured: Chimney Swift Migration Season

​If you’re someone with FOMO—Fear of Missing Out—the following story m...
It's apple picking time in Kane County!

Apple Orchards Abound in Kane County

​It's prime apple picking time in Illinois so dust off those apple rec...
Halloween is Thursday October 31

Where to Find a Pumpkin Patch or Farm in Kane County

​​When it comes to pumpkins, Illinois rules the patch...
The recent Friday the 13th started off unlucky for this great horned owl, but got better when rescuers arrived. The owl's third eyelid is visible on its right eye, but the eye itself was uninjured.

Good Natured: A Great Horned Owl Rescue

​The call came in at 8 a...
Support for Local Growers

Kane County Launches $755,000 Food and Farm Resiliency Grant Program to Support Local Growers

​Kane County Launches $755,000 Food and Farm Resiliency Grant Program ...
Although large, even snapping turtles like this one—which is the size and color of a large watermelon—can fall victim to fishing line. (photo by Keith Falato)

A Snappy Rescue

​Snapping turtles, I think we can all agree, have an image problem...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COVID-19 activity is currently high across Illinois, while flu and RSV levels are low but expected to increase.

Kane County Health Department Urges Residents to Get Vaccinated Against Respiratory Illnesses Before the Fall and Winter Seasons

​ The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is urging residents to...
Meet Sushi!

Kane County Animal Control Pet of the Week - Sushi

​No cat purrs unless someone is around to listen...
5th Annual Youth Voices Forum on Mental Health

Kane County Health Department Releases 2024 Youth Voices Forum on Mental Health Report

The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) and the Kane County Regional ...
Safe Travel for All | September 17, 2024, Virtual Meeting

Kane County Safe Travel for All | September 17, 2024, Virtual Meeting

​Please join us at the Kane County Division of Transportation’s Safe T...
K9 Hudson End of Watch 5/24/2023

Kane County Sheriff's K9 Hudson Memorial Dedication

A permanent monument has been dedicated to honor the service and life ...
Map of area of closure

LaFox Road Union Pacific Railroad Crossing Closure for Reconstruction

On Friday, September 13th, the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR)will be c...
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